FLIBS 2026 with N&J

Scorching heat and high tides couldn’t stop the 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. N&J kicked off the fun on Wednesday, October 28, at our on-water stand with eight yachts in our Hall of Fame display and an additional three at our satellite stand at Las Olas Marina. Joining N&J this year were our partners NetJets, Macallan, which offered cocktails and tastings at the stand as well as light bite pairings from MAASS, Exclusive Resorts, Chopin, who provided delightfully refreshing cocktails to help stave off the heat, Textron, Ponant, Bermuda, Starboard Card, Sunreef, and Verge Yacht Design, who provided furnishings for the stand during the show in conjunction with sponsor Summit. Other sponsors included Deep Blue, Arthur Butler, which was on hand to provide concierge services for guests, Pendry Residences & Yacht Club Barbados, Andy Ziffer with Compass Real Estate, Prestige Automotive, which transported clients around the city in its stunning Lamborghini SUVs, La Scolca, which offered Gavi di Gavi wine and sparkling rosé every day, Stilla, which outfitted the stand with beautiful sustainable florals, and We Can It, which kept everyone hydrated with branded sparkling and still waters.

On Wednesday afternoon, Fairport Global Yacht Management hosted captains, colleagues, vendors and industry friends at a happy hour from 5 to 7 to keep the good vibes going. With Macallan and Chopin cocktails and a Fairport Spritz and delicious canapés, the show started off on a high note.

Thursday was another hot day on the docks, but the evening really heated up at 600 Solar Isle Drive, a stunning house available for sale with Realtor Andy Ziffer, where Macallan unveiled their new whiskey, The Macallan Carta Nautica. With food from the local Michelin-starred restaurant MAASS, including caviar and other incredible dishes, N&J welcomed our clients and partner guests for an enjoyable evening.

Friday, the temps continued to climb, though that didn’t stop the busyness on the docks, and clients came to visit N&J’s in-show fleet, use our Intrepid tenders to go from place to place on the water and enjoy all of the offerings on hand from N&J. In the evening, more than 150 N&J and partner guests came to dance the night away at our annual Yacht Hop. With a Bermuda Dark & Stormy bar aboard SUMMERDANCE, a Macallan tasting about MISS MICHELLE and tours about SILVERLINING and JUST A VACATION, the yachts were busy, and the stand was full. Sponsor Sunreef was on hand to provide custom-engraved goodies for guests, and Chopin kept the good vibe flowing with cocktails to keep everyone cool. The party went well past the closing hour as the band continued to play, the guests cut up the dance floor, and a magician from Aquavistas dazzled attendees with magic.

On Saturday, October 31, the spooky vibes were seen all around the docks as team members and clients alike got into the Halloween spirit. The temps were warm, and the docks were busy with lots of buyers and charter clients visiting N&J’s display.

And as if Mother Nature knew the show was over, Sunday brought wind and rain, but everyone was thankful for a respite from the hot temperatures. As the horns blew on Sunday at 5 pm, everyone gave a cheer for another successful Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. Thank you to all of our brokers, team members, partners, sponsors, clients, guests and friends who joined us. We hope to see you at another show soon!