Newport International Boat Show Brings $22.5 Million Economic Impact to RI

The Newport International Boat Show announced the results of its Economic Impact study on the 2025 event, taking place September 11 to 14, 2025, at the Newport Yachting Center in Downtown Newport, Rhode Island. Over the course of the four-day show, visitors contributed more than $22.5 million in economic impact to the state.

Serving as the kickoff to boat show season, the 2025 Newport International Boat Show welcomed 30,000 attendees from across the country and world, with 70% of visitors travelling from outside the state of Rhode Island. Additionally, the show created 113 full-time equivalent jobs for workers in the area.

The show featured more than $275 million worth of boats on display, with $78 million worth of boats being sold because of the show. In addition to sales, the show reported significant tax benefits to the state of Rhode Island, with a total of $2.9 million in tax income created.

The Newport International Boat Show spans over 17 acres of Newport’s renowned waterfront. It features hundreds of exhibitors, dealers and manufacturers, showcasing a dazzling array of powerboats and sailboats ranging from 15 to 90 feet, alongside a comprehensive selection of marine equipment, services, and accessories for boating aficionados.

The 55th Newport International Boat Show is scheduled for September 17 to 20. For more information, visit www.newportboatshow.com.