Burgess at Cannes Yachting Festival

Visit us at the Cannes Yachting Festival 10-15 September 2024, to see the yachts we have on display and for answers to any questions you have about yachting

Whether you are a seasoned yacht enthusiast or new to the industry, if you are looking for a yacht 30 to 50 metres in length, then head to the French city of Cannes this September for a showcase of the finest vessels on the market. Hosted in the glittering bay of Cannes, the Cannes Yachting Festival is the best one-stop location to view both new yachts and the best of the brokerage fleet on display in this size range. As the first show in the Autumn yachting calendar, the Cannes Yachting Festival signals the beginning of the Autumn sales season and gives buyers the opportunity to view a wide selection of sailing and motor yachts, including a host of world first product launches. While we don’t have the full 2024 lineup yet, Burgess expects to have an exciting lineup of yachts at the event. More details on specific must-see yachts will be announced in the coming weeks.

The Cannes Yachting Festival marks the beginning of the Autumn sales season, gathering brokerage companies, shipyards and designers from all over the world post Summer to exhibit their latest offerings to prospective buyers. Europe’s biggest in-water event, over 600 smaller boats and yachts will be on display at what promises to be the best show yet, with debuts from leading shipyards and a fine selection of water toys to enhance your yacht purchase. Along with a fine selection of superyachts from the Burgess sales fleet, the expert brokers from Burgess will also be on hand to share their knowledge and insights on the market, helping clients with all their yachting needs.

DATE: Tuesday 10 – Sunday 15 September 2024  

TIME: Tuesday 10am – 7pm; Wednesday 10am – 7pm; Thursday 10am – 7pm; Friday 10am – 10pm; Saturday 10am – 7pm; Sunday 10am – 6pm 

LOCATION: Vieux Port and Port Canto, Cannes 

• The Cannes Yachting Festival takes place over six days, from 10 – 15 September 2024  
• The Cannes Yachting Festival is Europe’s largest in-water boat show
• Over 50,000 visitors are expected to view the yachts and boats on display 
• 600-plus boats and yachts, ranging from 8-metres (26ft) to 65-metres (214ft) will be on display
• Celebrating its 47^th edition this year, the Cannes show was first held in this iconic French Riviera setting back in 1977 
• The Cannes Yachting Festival is split across two marina venues – Port Canto and the Vieux Port 
• A number of new yachts will be making their global debut at the 2024 Cannes Yachting Festival 
• 2024 sees the show introduce a new section dedicated to new motorboats and tenders ranging in size from 8-metres (26ft) to 12-metres (40ft)

When does the Cannes Yachting Festival take place?

The Cannes Yachting Festival takes place over six days from Tuesday 10 to Sunday 15 September. The show is open every day from 10am to 7pm Tuesday to Saturday, with a later opening until 10pm on the Friday evening. The last day Sunday sees the show close at the earlier time of 6pm. 

Where is the Cannes boat show held?

The Cannes Yachting Festival is held in the French seaside town of Cannes. Split across two aquatic venues, Port Canto has a display of more than 100 sailing boats and pre-owned brokerage yachts, while less than a nautical mile away across the Bay of Cannes, visitors will find motorboats and new models in the Old Port (Vieux Port) located next to the famous Palais des Festivals. A boat shuttle runs between the two locations, and Burgess have a complimentary tender running for Burgess clients accompanied by a Burgess representative.

Where can I get tickets for the 2024 yachting festival?

Tickets for the Cannes Yachting Festival are available through the event organisers or complimentary through your Burgess broker.

How to get to the Cannes yacht show?

As the epicentre of yachting on the French Riviera, Cannes is easily accessible by all means of transportation. The international airport of Nice has good connections from most major European cities and a number of transatlantic locations, including New York and Philadelphia. Nice Airport also has a large private jet terminal. The airport itself is located closed to the A8 motorway which is 17 miles from the centre of Cannes.

Alternatively, the private jet terminal of Cannes-Mandelieu is located just above Cannes near to the A8 motorway exit. There is also a helipad by the port for direct transfers to and from Nice and Cannes.

Whether you prefer motor boats or sailing yachts, the Cannes Yachting Festival is the show to visit for all things yachting related. This year sees the show introduce a new section, along with the successful display areas in two locations.

New Marina

This year, the Cannes show sees a new addition to the show amidst the port’s redevelopment project that is in full swing. The new marina will provide more than 300 metres of quayside, accommodating boats both in the water and along the quay, ranging between from 8-metres (26ft) and 12-metres (40ft) in length.

Le Vieux Port

Dating back to 1838, the Old Port (Vieux Port) enjoys a premier position in the heart of Cannes. Lying at the foot of the Suquet (the old town), to which it is intimately linked, the cobblestone streets of the old quarter lead all the way down to the Old Port and are lined with restaurants and bars. Counterintuitively, visitors will find the newest models from leading shipyards on display here in the 'old' port.

Palais des Festivals

Overlooking the Old Port, the iconic Palais des Festivals is best known as the primary venue for the annual Cannes Film Festival’s red carpet. During the Cannes Yachting Festival the convention centre hosts leading yachting and lifestyle brands in its large, air-conditioned exhibition space. Dedicated to all things luxury yachting, here you can meet with shipyards and designers, discuss your yachting needs with specialist servicing companies, and discover all of the the latest high-tech products and nautical accessories.

Port Canto

Port Canto, known more officially as Port Pierre Canto, is one of the most prestigious marinas along the French Riviera. Located on the eastern end of the famed Croisette, it lies just across the Bay of Cannes from the Old Port and faces the Lérins Islands this newer marina is a popular year-round destination for superyachts. During the Cannes Yachting Festival, Port Canto hosts a large in-water display of sailing boats and pre-owned yachts.

VIP Programme

If you are planning to spend more than a couple of days at the Cannes Yachting Festival then the VIP Programme is highly recommended. Valid for all six days for two visitors, the exclusive ticket is designed to enhance the show experience and allows visitors to navigate the show with ease. The package includes VIP entrance access to the show, access to two private VIP Clubs with lounge areas at both the Old Port and Port Canto, priority water shuttle and courtesy car service, concierge services, guided tour of the show by boat, helicopter transfers from the airport, and lunch at one of the show’s restaurants.

Alternatively, Burgess also offers its clients a bespoke experience with VIP passes. From private viewings aboard some of the most exclusive yachts in and around the Cannes show, VIP entrances, guided tours, courtesy cars and private tender shuttle services, clients attending the Cannes Yachting Festival with Burgess will enjoy an exclusive, VIP experience.

Book your table at the Pavillon Traiteur

Gastronomic specialists Pavillon Traiteur have set up two restaurants at at the heart of the Cannes show – The Panoramique by Pavillon Traiteur, located in the Old Port, and Skippers by Pavillon Traiteur in Port Canto. Offering Provençal cuisine using the freshest, locally sourced ingredients, the two locations are a popular (pop-up) addition to the Cannes gastronomic scene.

For those attending the Cannes show this September, it’s well worth taking some time out to discover the charming offerings of Cannes. With multiple Michelin-starred restaurants, a strong shopping scene and iconic boulevards, there is plenty to do around the show.

Shop 'til you drop on the Rue d'Antibes

Running parallel to and just behind the Croisette, the Rue d’Antibes offers a shopping scene to compete with the luxury and style of the Avenue des Champs-Elysées. International brands and high-end jewellers intermingle with independent boutiques, making this a shopping haven for all.

Sail around the French Riviera

The chic coastline of the French Riviera provides the perfect combination of effortless charm and elegance to the water-borne. From the glamorous seafront towns of Cannes, St. Tropez and Villefranche, to the sophisticated Principality of Monaco, these waters have an undeniable and timeless cruising appeal. Take some time out before or after the Cannes show and discover this legendary yachting destination with a yacht charter organised through your Burgess charter broker.