Trade show · Dubai, United Arab Emirates
DIBS - Dubai International Boat Show 2026
Boats And Yachting
Key numbers
- Floor space
- NULLin 2014, organiser's figure
- Editions on record
- 8first in 2008
About DIBS - Dubai International Boat Show
THE REGION'S MOST ANTICIPATED MARINE EVENT
There are many reasons why the Dubai International Boat Show is the highlight of the worldwide marine calendar; here is a selection:
• More than 840 leading international, regional and local exhibitors from over 50 countries covering 85,000 square metres of exhibition space
• Dubai International Boat Show attracts over 26,755 visitors from 76 countries
• The largest VIP delegation in the Middle East - including royal dignitaries and high-net worth individuals from leading bluechip companies
• Host to 11 Global Launches and 19 Regional Premieres of yachts and boats.
• 30 global and regional product launches
From our listing of the 2014 edition. Details may have changed since.
Who visits
Trade visitors and public
As listed for 2012.
Editions
| Year | Dates | Where | Exhibitors | Visitors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 25–29 Nov 2026 Dates announced | Dubai International Marine Club Dubai, United Arab Emirates | — | — |
| 2014 | 4–8 Mar 2014 | Dubai International Marine Club Dubai, United Arab Emirates | — | — |
| 2013 | 5–9 Mar 2013 | Dubai International Marine Club Dubai, United Arab Emirates | — | — |
| 2012 | 13–17 Mar 2012 | Dubai International Marine Club Dubai, United Arab Emirates | — | — |
| 2011 | 1–5 Mar 2011 | Dubai International Marine Club Dubai, United Arab Emirates | — | — |
| 2010 | 9–13 Mar 2010 | Dubai International Marine Club Dubai, United Arab Emirates | — | — |
| 2009 | 3–7 Mar 2009 | Dubai International Marine Club Dubai, United Arab Emirates | — | — |
| 2008 | 11–15 Mar 2008 | Dubai International Marine Club Dubai, United Arab Emirates | — | — |
Past editions from the bvents archive (2008–2019) and organiser figures where they were published.
Questions
When is DIBS - Dubai International Boat Show?
25–29 Nov 2026 — dates announced on the organiser's website.
Where is it held?
The 2014 edition was at Dubai International Marine Club, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The organiser hasn't confirmed the venue for this edition yet.
How often does it take place?
Annual, judging by the 8 editions on record since 2008.