October 28–November 1, 2026
Each fall, Fort Lauderdale takes center stage in the world of luxury yachting, and in 2026, the excitement returns for the 67th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.
From October 28 through November 1, 2026, boating enthusiasts, industry professionals, yacht owners, exhibitors, and travelers from around the world will gather in the Yachting Capital of the World for one of South Florida's most anticipated events. The five-day show spans seven waterfront locations and showcases everything from innovative marine technology and luxury accessories to sportfishing boats and spectacular superyachts.
For visitors, however, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is about more than what happens on the docks. It is an opportunity to experience the energy, luxury, dining, beaches, and coastal lifestyle that make Fort Lauderdale one of the world's premier waterfront destinations.
And when the day at the show comes to an end, there is no better place to unwind than along the shores of Fort Lauderdale Beach.
Make The Atlantic Hotel & Spa Your Boat Show Retreat
Located directly on Fort Lauderdale Beach at 601 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard, The Atlantic Hotel & Spa offers a refined oceanfront setting for travelers looking to combine the excitement of Boat Show week with the comfort and space of a true coastal retreat. The hotel is also conveniently positioned for exploring the city and its waterfront attractions.
After a day spent walking the docks, meeting with clients, exploring yachts, or taking in the energy of the show, guests can return to spacious accommodations, private terraces, ocean views, and the relaxed rhythm of Fort Lauderdale Beach.
The Atlantic Hotel & Spa is particularly well suited for guests who want more than a traditional hotel room. The property offers oversized studios and apartment-style suites, with accommodations ranging from approximately 620 to 2,200 square feet. Select accommodations include kitchenettes or full kitchens, while private terraces offer ocean or city views.
Whether you are traveling independently, with colleagues, entertaining clients, or extending your stay before or after the Boat Show, having additional space can make a busy week feel far more comfortable.
Stay Close to the Energy—Then Escape It
The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show stretches across multiple locations, including Bahia Mar Yachting Center, Las Olas Marina, Hall of Fame Marina, Pier Sixty-Six Marina, Superyacht Village, and the Broward County Convention Center. Official transportation connects the show's various locations, allowing visitors to move throughout the event.
With so much happening throughout the city, Boat Show days can be busy from morning until evening.
That is where The Atlantic offers a different kind of experience.
Begin the day with the Atlantic Ocean just outside your door. Return after the show for time by the pool, a cocktail with a view, or a relaxing dinner without having to venture far. For guests who want to balance business and leisure, the hotel offers an oceanfront setting that makes it easy to shift from a full day of meetings and events into a more relaxed evening.
Dine Oceanside at Wild Thyme
One of the highlights of staying at The Atlantic Hotel & Spa is having an elevated dining experience right on property.
Wild Thyme Oceanside Eatery brings together Florida coastal cuisine, Mediterranean influence, and panoramic ocean views. The experience begins with relaxed breakfasts and lunches alongside the shoreline and transitions in the evening to a menu centered around Floribbean-inspired flavors, fresh seafood, hand-cut steaks, seasonal ingredients, and shareable plates.
For Boat Show guests, Wild Thyme offers an appealing option for a business breakfast, a relaxed lunch, a client dinner, or an evening spent reconnecting after a day on the water.
The setting is polished but approachable—ideal for visitors who want an exceptional dining experience without adding another reservation, another drive, or another destination to an already full itinerary.
Sunset Cocktails at Sky Bar
For a more relaxed way to end the day, guests can head to Sky Bar, located on the hotel's fifth-floor pool terrace.
With sweeping views of the Atlantic, Sky Bar offers light bites, fresh salads, shareable plates, and handcrafted cocktails. It is an ideal setting for an afternoon break, an informal meeting, or sunset drinks before dinner.
After spending the day surrounded by some of the world's most impressive yachts, there is something fitting about ending the evening above Fort Lauderdale Beach with the ocean stretching out in front of you.
Turn Boat Show Week Into a Fort Lauderdale Getaway
The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show may be the reason for the trip, but there is no reason it has to be the only experience.
Extend your stay and explore Fort Lauderdale Beach. Walk the shoreline in the morning, discover Las Olas Boulevard, enjoy the city's restaurants and nightlife, or simply take time to relax between Boat Show events.
Guests can also enjoy the hotel's rooftop pool and full-service Spa Atlantic, creating an opportunity to recharge after a busy day of networking, meetings, and exploration. Spa Atlantic offers massages, skincare treatments, and other services designed to help guests reset and relax.
For those visiting for several days, The Atlantic's spacious suite layouts and residential-style features can make the hotel feel less like a place to simply sleep and more like a comfortable home base during one of Fort Lauderdale's busiest and most exciting weeks.
Experience the Yachting Capital of the World
The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show continues to attract visitors and marine industry professionals from around the globe, with more than 90 countries represented and more than 1,300 boats expected across millions of square feet of exhibition space.
Whether you're attending to discover the latest in luxury yachting, meet with industry leaders, explore new vessels, or simply experience one of Fort Lauderdale's signature annual events, where you stay can shape the entire experience.
At The Atlantic Hotel & Spa, guests can pair the energy of the world's largest in-water boat show with oceanfront living, spacious accommodations, coastal dining, and the relaxed sophistication of Fort Lauderdale Beach.
Join us October 28 through November 1, 2026, and make The Atlantic Hotel & Spa your home base for an unforgettable Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show experience.
Plan Your Boat Show Stay
Experience spacious oceanfront accommodations, exceptional dining at Wild Thyme Oceanside Eatery, sunset cocktails at Sky Bar, and the best of Fort Lauderdale Beach—all while being close to the excitement of FLIBS.
Reserve your stay early for one of Fort Lauderdale's most anticipated weeks of the year.