Cannes - Vieux Port & Port Canto

8 – 13 Sept. 2026
Cannes – Vieux Port & Port Canto

Cannes Yachting Festival

Europe’s leading in-water yacht show
Explore the world's no.1 show for large sailing boats — Cannes, September.

DISCOVER THE FRENCH RIVIERA AND EXPERIENCE EUROPE’S LEADING IN-WATER YACHT SHOW

AN INTERNATIONAL SHOWCASE FOR SAILING YACHTS

Each September, the Cannes Yachting Festival presents one of the most impressive selections of 120 sailing yachts in the world. Displayed in-water in the exceptional setting of Port Canto, monohulls and multihulls over 10 metres reveal the diversity and innovation of modern sailing. From renowned shipyards to specialised builders, the Festival offers a unique overview of the latest developments in sailing yacht design and construction.

56,600

Visitors

680

Exhibitors

710

Boats and yachts form 5 to 55 meters

MONOHULLS AND MULTIHULLS: THE FULL SPECTRUM OF SAILING

Whether focused on performance, long-distance cruising or onboard comfort, visitors discover an outstanding range of sailing yachts. Elegant monohulls, spacious and innovative multihulls illustrate the constant evolution of naval architecture and design. The Cannes Yachting Festival provides a rare opportunity to explore, in one place, the newest models and the most advanced concepts shaping the future of sailing.


A DEDICATED SPACE FOR SAILING ENTHUSIASTS

Beyond the yachts themselves, the Festival highlights the full sailing ecosystem. Sailmakers, equipment manufacturers and specialists present the latest innovations in rigging, sails, electronics and deck equipment. Bringing together passionate sailors and industry professionals, the Cannes Yachting Festival is a key platform to discover the technologies and expertise that are shaping the future of sailing.

2025 BEST OF MOVIE

FOLLOW THE CANNES YACHTING FESTIVAL

ONE SHOW, TWO PORTS

FROM SAILING YACHTS TO MOTOR YACHTS — DISCOVER THE FULL SPECTRUM OF MODERN YACHTING

VIEUX PORT

Among the harbours on the French Riviera, the Vieux Port enjoys a privileged place in the heart of the city of Cannes, at the foot of the Suquet. 

Since 2019, it is 100% dedicated to the motor boat industry. Construction sites, equipment manufacturers and service companies are here to present their latest innovations.

PORT CANTO

East of the Croisette, the Port Canto is the setting of the Sailing Area, the Yacht Brokerage sector and water toys. 

It also hosts the Power Boat Marina dedicated to motorboats up to 12/13 meters. A total of 180 boats (150 afloat and 30 on land), with rigid or semi-rigid hulls, are displayed in this space.

THE CANNES YACHTING FESTIVAL AT A GLANCE