We are pleased to announce the new edition of Rijeka Boat Show, taking place from Thursday, 24 September to Sunday, 27 September 2026. With more than four decades of history, Rijeka Boat Show has grown into an important economic and tourism event and one of the leading nautical events in the region.
42nd EDITION OF THE BOAT SHOW
The sea and maritime heritage have been an integral part of Rijeka’s identity for centuries, making it no surprise that the city hosted Croatia’s first boat show in 1984, which was also the first event of its kind in the former Yugoslavia and the wider region.
In recent years, Rijeka Boat Show has reached an impressive level of development, with strong prospects for further growth. At the same time, its long-standing tradition — the longest among Croatian boat shows — gives it a distinctive position on the domestic nautical scene.
The show connects Rijeka’s rich maritime heritage with its vision for the future, serving as a meeting place for industry professionals and boating enthusiasts, while showcasing new products and the latest technological solutions that play an important role in the development of nautical tourism and the maritime industry in Kvarner and the Adriatic.
Key facts about Rijeka Boat Show
- Rijeka Boat Show recorded a record number of exhibitors in 2025, with the entire exhibition space sold out.
- Under a new organisational team since 2019, the show has regained its former reputation and significance within the nautical, tourism and wider business sectors of the region.
- Rijeka Boat Show offers an excellent return on investment, with the most affordable exhibition space rates in Croatia, combined with strong marketing value for partners, sponsors and exhibitors.
- Rijeka Boat Show is a show where exhibitors actually sell their products and services.
- For 2026, the organisers expect 8,000 visitors over four days.
- More than 100 exhibitors are expected at this year’s show, including new exhibitors and an extensive selection of boats and marine equipment from both Croatian and international manufacturers.
