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Where to Stay for the 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
The 67th Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) runs Wednesday, October 28 through Sunday, November 1, 2026. Hotels fill up fast during show week. For groups, a private home like Jonathan's House gives you three bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a heated saltwater pool and a full kitchen, all in one place.
The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is the largest in-water boat show in the world, with more than a thousand boats on display across six to seven venues. After a full day walking the docks, where you sleep matters.
Still planning the trip itself? Our guide to the 2026 dates, ticket tips and the weekend afterwards covers the schedule in detail.
2026 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Event | 67th Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) |
| Dates | Wednesday, October 28 to Sunday, November 1, 2026 |
| Size | More than 1,000 boats, the largest in-water boat show in the world |
| Venues | Six to seven venues across Fort Lauderdale |
| Tickets | Sold online only, so buy before you arrive |
| Getting around | Free shuttles between venues, plus golf carts and water taxis |
| Weather | The show runs rain or shine |
Hotel or private home for the boat show?
Most boat show lodging guides list hotels. For couples traveling alone, a hotel can work. For groups of friends, families, or colleagues attending together, a private home usually makes more sense.
| Hotel | Jonathan's House | |
|---|---|---|
| Bedrooms | Usually one per room | Three bedrooms |
| Bathrooms | One per room | Three full bathrooms |
| Kitchen | Rarely | Full kitchen |
| Pool | Shared | Private, heated saltwater pool |
| Laundry | Paid service | Washer and dryer in the house |
| Group space | Separate rooms | Shared living area, terrace and fenced backyard |
Why stay at Jonathan's House for the boat show
Room for the whole group
Three bedrooms and three full bathrooms mean each couple or colleague gets their own space, and nobody waits for the shower before heading to the docks.
A private pool after a long day on your feet
The boat show means hours of walking on docks in the sun. Come home to a private pool heated to 87 degrees, a fenced backyard and a terrace.
A full kitchen
Make breakfast before the show, pack lunch for the docks and save on restaurant meals during one of the busiest weeks of the year.
Laundry and supplies
A washer and dryer are in the house, and beach towels, coolers and chairs are already supplied.
Easy airport access
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is close by. Read more about staying near FLL.
Tips for visiting the 2026 boat show
1. Buy tickets online before you arrive. Tickets are sold online only. 2. Download the show map. Plan which boats and venues to see first. 3. Use the show's free shuttles. They connect the venues, and golf carts and water taxis are also available. 4. Plan for appointments. Some larger yachts require appointments or extra screening. 5. Prepare for any weather. The show runs rain or shine. 6. Skip the rental car. Use rideshare to and from the house. See our no-rental-car guide.
Frequently asked questions
When is the 2026 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show?
The 67th Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show runs Wednesday, October 28 through Sunday, November 1, 2026.
Where should I stay for the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show?
Groups often do better in a private home than in hotel rooms. Jonathan's House has three bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a heated saltwater pool and a full kitchen.
How do I buy Fort Lauderdale Boat Show tickets?
Tickets are sold online only, so buy them before you arrive.
How do you get around the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show?
The show offers free shuttles between its venues, plus golf carts and water taxis.
Does the boat show happen if it rains?
Yes. The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show runs rain or shine.
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