Newport Exhibition Group is glad to announce that the 43rd Annual Newport International Boat Show will be held on September 12-15, 2013 on the Newport Waterfront along America’s Cup Avenue in Newport, Rhode Island. Amongst the largest in-water boat shows in the country, the Newport International Boat Show will see almost 750 exhibitors from across the globe with an exciting selection of boats of every type and style from 15 to 85 feet, as well as a wide variety of accessories, equipment, electronics, gear and services for boaters.

Newport International Boat Show 2012

Expected to draw tens of thousands to historic Newport and all its charm, the event will showcase new products and boat models unveiled for the first time to the public, as well as announce the winners of the popular  Newport For New Products program that recognizes the best new powerboat, sailboat and boating product introductions for the 2014 model year. Visitors will also enjoy opportunities to attend the 3rd  Annual Cruisers Party hosted by  Cruising Outpost, and get out on the water with  Discover Boating and the Hands On Skills Training Program.

Show hours will run from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Thursday, September 12th, Friday, September 13th  and Saturday, September 14th, and from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Sunday, September 15th. Online tickets are available through the Newport International Boat Show website. Tickets for Thursday, September 12th, VIP Day, are $27 in advance and $30 on the day of the show. Admission for Friday, Saturday or Sunday, September 13th, 14th or 15th is $15 in advance and $18 on show days. Children under 12 are admitted free when accompanied by an adult each day of the show. On Friday only, visitors with a valid Military or Newport County Resident ID receive half price admission.