The 49th Cannes Yachting Festival opened on Tuesday 8 September 2026. Until Sunday 13 September, the Vieux Port and Port Canto bring together 680 exhibitors and 700 boats from 5 to 55 metres, according to the organiser’s opening release.

Almost 56,000 international visitors are expected over the six days. The line-up spans sailing and motor boats, monohulls and multihulls, dayboats, superyachts and electric or hybrid solutions, alongside equipment, design, services, marinas and nautical tourism.

Festival director Constance Brément emphasises the diversity of boating and visitors’ different expectations around performance, comfort, design and innovation. Her aim is to give every brand visibility and help visitors find a project that suits their way of enjoying life on the water.

Vieux Port: motor yachts and the Power Cat Village

The Vieux Port hosts new motor boats from 12 to 50 metres. The route runs from the Jetée to quai Max Laubeuf, through quai Saint-Pierre, Pantiero and the Palais, with international builders, engines, equipment and services.

The Power Cat Village complements this area with around thirty power catamarans.

Motor yachts alongside quai Saint-Pierre in the Vieux Port.
Motor yachts alongside quai Saint-Pierre in the Vieux Port. © Cannes Yachting Festival.

Port Canto: sailing, dayboats, brokerage and toys

  • Sailing Area: 120 new sailing boats over 10 metres, including monohulls and multihulls.
  • Power Boat Marina: 180 dayboats up to 13 metres, including rigid-hulled motor boats and RIBs.
  • Yacht Brokerage Area: 45 pre-owned yachts over 25 metres offered for sale.
  • Toys Area: foils, electric surfboards, submersibles and other ways to enjoy the water.
The Port Canto Sailing Area, with sailing monohulls and multihulls.
The Port Canto Sailing Area, with sailing monohulls and multihulls. © Cannes Yachting Festival.

Almost 150 world premieres afloat

The programme features almost 150 world premieres in the water. Highlighted models include the Azimut Magellano 27M, featuring a collaboration with designer Michele De Lucchi; the ISA Viper 130, designed by Fulvio De Simoni; and the Grand Soleil Plus 80 Long Cruise sailing yacht.

Read more about these launches in our Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 world-premiere preview.

Innovation Route and awards

The Innovation Route links both ports with 47 boats, pieces of equipment, services and initiatives chosen by a six-expert jury. Dedicated signs identify developments in navigation technology, sustainability, boat design and social responsibility.

The opening programme scheduled the Innovation Route Awards announcement for the evening of 8 September at the Vieux Port VIP Club, covering four categories: navigation-improving equipment, sustainable product, innovative boat and corporate social responsibility initiative.

On Wednesday 9 September, the Port Canto VIP Club will host the announcement of the Best of Boats Awards 2026 finalists.

Opening hours and visitor activities

Days Local time
Tuesday 8, Wednesday 9 and Thursday 10 10:00–19:00
Friday 11 10:00–22:00
Saturday 12 10:00–19:00
Sunday 13 10:00–18:00

The Port Canto food-truck village offers happy hour from Tuesday to Saturday, 17:00–19:00. Friday’s late opening will include music until 22:00. Toys Area demonstrations on the water are scheduled for 12:30–13:20.

Source and visitor information: Cannes Yachting Festival.