

In collaboration with the Freedom Boat Club and the Narragansett Sailing School, in-water training sessions for powerboaters and sailors will cover everything from the basics to docking and intermediate skill builders and will even include courses for women-only. All entries and winners are also marked by NFNP burgees and decals throughout the Show. View the Show Directory for the line-up to date or visit the website to chart your NFNP course. The People’s Choice Award for Best Overall Boat Debut is chosen by attendees before the Show via online voting and all the winners are announced on Friday, September 17.

Industry experts judge each entry on opening day and awards are given in several categories. One of the Show’s popular attractions is the Newport for New Products (NFNP) Awards Program, which showcases new boats and boating products making their United States debut.

Presenting sponsors for this year’s Show are BankNewport and its marine division, OceanPoint Marine Lending. This year, Newport International Boat Show aligned with Better Bay Alliance as its 2022 Charitable Partner with a common mission: to educate and enhance the boating experience by promoting safety for those on the water. It encompasses over 14 acres of Newport’s famed waterfront and hosts hundreds of exhibitors, dealers and manufacturers, showcasing new powerboats and sailboats, as well as marine equipment, services and accessories. The Newport International Boat Show is one of the largest in-water events in the country and the premier show in New England. We are confident that this robust Show is one not to miss!” “This year, we have added several new, exciting events, educational opportunities, and giveaways to enhance the boat show experience. “Every year, the Newport International Boat Show attracts exhibitors offering the world’s most innovative new boats, boating products and services,” said Jocelyn Emory, Marketing Director of Newport Exhibition Group. This year’s Show will take place September 15-18, 2022, at the Newport Yachting Center Marina in downtown Newport, Rhode Island. The Newport International Boat Show announced today its schedule of showgoer activities to engage and excite the whole family.
