The Southampton International Boat Show opens at Mayflower Park on Friday, the 18th of September, for a ten-day run featuring more than 500 boats and watercraft, over 700 marine brands and a programme of watersports, demonstrations and live entertainment.
Among the headline arrivals in the Show Marina is the Sunseeker 90 Ocean, which, at more than 27 metres, will be the largest boat exhibited at this year's event.
Big Arrival: The Sunseeker 90 Ocean will be the largest boat at the Southampton International Boat Show, with the British-built motor yacht measuring more than 27 metres
The British-built motor yacht features an expansive flybridge, spacious accommodation and a waterside Beach Club. It joins a line-up ranging from sailing yachts and motorboats to RIBs and day boats.
Knox-Johnston Among Weekend Speakers
Sailing legend Sir Robin Knox-Johnston is among the opening weekend's speakers and will appear on the Boating Stage from 2 pm to 3 pm on Saturday.
Sailing Legend: Sir Robin Knox-Johnston is among the opening weekend speakers at the Southampton International Boat Show, appearing on the Boating Stage on Saturday from 2pm to 3pm
Ocean sailor Mike Golding OBE is scheduled for the Boating Stage on Friday, while Sunday's programme includes How to Become an Ocean Racer from 2.30 pm to 3.15 pm.
Traditional boatbuilding also features prominently, with a dedicated Wooden Boat Stage and demonstrations including steam bending.
On-The-Water Activities
Visitors can take part in on-the-water activities, explore new boat launches, marine equipment, and show-only offers. The programme also includes marine content creators, talks and wooden boatbuilding demonstrations.
Battle of Britain Memorial Flight flypasts are scheduled for 18, 19 and 20 September, while the Shipyard entertainment area stays open until 9 pm on Fridays and Saturdays with live music, food and drink.
Ten Days at Mayflower Park
The show runs daily from 10 am to 6 pm at Mayflower Park, with the Shipyard remaining open until 9 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. The final day, Sunday 27 September, closes at 4.30 pm.
