The 2022 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is Set to Sail for Its 63rd Edition

Fort Lauderdale, FL (August 29, 2022) – Ticket sales are now live for the 63rdannual Fort Lauderdale International boat show (FLIBS), which will occur from October 26-30 just steps away from the sands of sunny South Florida. Taking place across seven locations, including the Broward County Convention Center (BCCC)and the Bahia MarYachting Center, guests are getting ready to sail-abate with boating and yachting exhibitions that are set to provide an unforgettable experience during the five-day show. Owned by the Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) and produced by InformaMarkets, this monumental event showcases more world and U.S. debuts than any other boat show in the country.

"We are thrilled to kick off another fantastic event in Fort Lauderdale for our 63rd year," said Andrew Doole, President of U.S. Boat Shows with Informa Markets, which produces the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. "Last year's boat show was an absolute blockbuster event, generating over $1 billion in economic output for the state of Florida and attracting over 100,000 attendees. Year after year, FLIBS has raised the bar for the marine industry, and we cannot wait to welcome back our incredible community to the 2022 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show."

With demand for boating products at an all-time high, visitors at flips can expect to have an up-close look at this year's highly anticipated debuts by the world's leading boat manufacturers such as Axopar Boats, Northstar Boats, MJM Yachts, LEKKER Boats, Islamorada Boatworks, Schaefer Yachts, Invincible Boats, and more. Guests will also have access to new and exciting superyacht exhibits, kids fishing clinics and family-friendly activities, educational marine seminars, and the windward VIP Club for gourmet food and five-star views of the event.

"The marine industry has continued to experience unparalleled growth in the past 2 years, and we remain committed to providing the best show experience that caters to a wide range of audiences within the boating and yachting sector," said Phil Purcell, CEO/President of the MIASF, who owns the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. "We are honored to host the 63rd Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show and look forward to showcasing the best our industry has to offer at the largest in-water boat show in the world."

Visitors will not want to miss out on the incredible boats, products, and activations that will be on display at the Broward County Convention Center, in addition to the transportation perks that will make the guest experience seamless and enjoyable for all. As the flies Transportation Hub, the Convention Center will have over 3,000 parking spots available at an affordable flat rate of $20 per day. Guests will also have access to and from all seven show locations via shuttle and water taxi services to the Convention Center.

"The FLIBS experience starts at the Broward County Convention Center," continued Andrew Doole. "From the latest in fishing boats and gear presented by Grady White and Yellowfin, to the most innovative products in the marine industry unveiled by Nautical Ventures, visitors won't want to miss out on the amazing line-up of brands that will be spotlighted.

The Convention Center will offer affordable parking options and access to the show's shuttle and water taxi services offering visitors a stress-free manner to move throughout the seven show sites.