Page 12 - Talk of Tequesta - March '25

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happenings

Palm Beach International Boat Show

Expands To Five Days To Support Growing Demand

Building On 43 Years Of Excellence, The Palm Beach International Boat Show

Promises An Unmatched Experience In 2025

The Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS), T h e Pa l m Be a c h
owned by the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach International Boat Show
County (MIAPBC) and produced by Informa Markets, is continues to solidify its
thrilled to announce its expansion to five days in 2025. position as the leading force
The event will take place from Wednesday, March 19 to in South Florida’s boating
Sunday, March 23, along Flagler Drive in downtown West and marine industry,
Palm Beach. This expansion is in response to the high serving as a key economic
demand from exhibitors, attendees, and the community, driver for the Palm Beach
all eager to explore and engage with one of the largest and community. According to
most prestigious boat shows in the world. a 2022 analysis, the event
“This expansion will elevate the Palm Beach International generates an estimated
Boat Show to new heights, allowing us to showcase the statewide economic impact
latest innovations in boating and water sports, while of more than $1.05 billion,
further enhancing the experience for our visitors,” said with over $725 million
Andrew Doole, president of U.S. Boat Shows with Informa in sales attributed to the
Markets. “We’re excited to offer a more immersive and show. The continued
enriching experience for all who attend, ensuring this event growth and success of
continues to be a key gathering point for boating enthusiasts, PBIBS have prompted new
professionals, and families alike.” enhancements to meet the
rising demand and elevate
the overall experience for attendees.
“This expansion reflects the overwhelming demand
from those who are eager to engage with the marine
industry,” said Alyssa Freeman, executive director of the
Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County.
“The demand speaks volumes about the strength of the
boating market and its contributions to the local economy.
We’re thrilled to extend the boat show by an extra day to
maximize its impact.”
To accommodate increasing interest, the expanded
show will introduce a dedicated “preview” day on
Wednesday, providing an exclusive first look at the
exhibits. Available for more than 55,000 attendees, the
preview day offers early access displays ranging from
inflatables to superyachts, seminars and classes on various
marine-related topics, and a diverse selection of marine vessels to luxurious, multimillion-dollar superyachts.
accessories. The exciting expansion of the event will not Special activations include exciting attractions designed
disrupt traffic in nearby residential areas, allowing the to provide boat showgoers with an up close and personal
local community to enjoy the festivities without added experience. The Windward Club offers VIP amenities
inconvenience. with a premium open bar and gourmet food in a unique
The 2025 PBIBS will continue to showcase more
than 800 boats, ranging from small, high-performance Happenings on page 13

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