Highly anticipated each year, visitors flock to the iconic Balearic island for the four-day event to view an always-impressive fleet of motor yachts.
Held annually at the end of April/ beginning of May in Marina Moll Vell, the Palma International Boat Show celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2024 and is a fantastic occasion for serious buyers looking to meet with brokers and browse a wide selection of superyachts for sale.
What to Expect at the Palma International Boat Show
Regularly attended by a huge number of yacht brokers and industry professionals, the Palma International Boat Show is ideal if you're looking for ample opportunities to meet with knowledgeable professionals who possess in-depth knowledge about the yachts currently on the market.
Allowing prospective buyers to tour the yachts and meet with Captains and crew, the popular event provides the ideal chance to gather information from the curated stands, exhibiting almost 80 international brands, all of whom are on hand to provide information and advice on yacht ownership.
The Show Layout
Clearly zoned to provide effortless movement around the pontoons, the Palma International Boat Show is organized to provide the best viewing opportunities of attending yachts, with dedicated areas and attractions to ensure visitors get to see everything.
A notable feature is the Palma Superyacht Village, dedicated to showcasing superyachts exceeding 24 meters in length, along with related shore-side exhibitors.
To accommodate growing demand, the 2025 edition will expand to include a new 5,000-square-meter area at Club de Mar, connected to the main venue by sea shuttles, offering a unified and comprehensive exhibition experience.
Additionally, the layout includes zones for tenders, maintenance and refit services, as well as shopping and dining areas along the waterfront promenades, providing ongoing activities and entertainment for the entire family.
Tickets and Access
Tickets for the Palma International Boat Show can be purchased through the official event website. Different ticket options are available for each edition including:
- Online General Admission
- Box Office General Admission
- Professional Passes: Granting access for the entire event duration; available exclusively online.
- Children Under 6: Free entry when accompanied by an adult.
Yachts on Show
With the show usually displaying an even number of sailing yachts and motor yachts, the exhibition area covers 65,000 square meters and attracts close to 38,000 visitors every year, with over 800 Captains and crew in attendance as well.
Offering a diverse fleet makes this show well-suited to all yacht buyers whether they have a clear picture of their dream yacht, or are just starting out in the buying process.
Over the years there have been some enticing lineups at the Palma International Boat Show including some eye-catching superyachts such as 36m (118ft) motor yacht DELTA ONE in 2024, the award-winning 73m (238ft) superyacht CORAL OCEAN in 2023, and 50m (164ft) luxury yacht INCEPTION in 2019.
Palma International Boat Show Highlights
Palma Superyacht Village
Accessible through its own dedicated entrance, the Palma Superyacht Village, formerly known as the Palma Superyacht Show, is the showstopping attraction of the event, with the most prestigious yachts in attendance being displayed here.
All measuring 24m (78.74ft) and upwards, this curated collection provides an opportunity to see some of the latest yachts for sale, as well as offering proximity to a host of exhibitors who can provide products that complete any yachting lifestyle package.
Tenders & Refit Zones
As well as the superyacht line-up, the Palma International Boat Show plays host to a refit and maintenance zone plus a tenders zone where visitors can browse an eclectic array of tenders for sale.
By including these dedicated show zones, the yachting event excels with its client-centric approach that puts everything their audience might need all in one place.
Innovation Corner
The Innovation Corner, nestled into the Palma Superyacht Village, launched in 2023, and highlights emerging nautical startups focused on digitalisation and sustainability. It showcases cutting-edge technologies from a range of maritime niches with its second appearance, in 2024, featuring eight startups, presenting innovations like solar-powered boats and advanced anchor systems.
Getting to the show
The Palma International Boat Show takes place in Moll Vell marina, which sits in the center of the island's capital, Palma de Mallorca. A well-connected international airport is located just a 12-minute drive outside Palma's city center, so your journey from the airport to the yacht show is short and straightforward.
If you are planning on attending the latest edition of the Palma International Boat Show, get some inspiration for your ideal yacht by viewing all the available used yachts for sale.
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