IBEX Shifts to December in 2027

The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX), North America’s largest marine industry trade event, will shift to a December date pattern beginning in 2027 in response to feedback from the industry and disruptions caused by hurricane season. The event will remain in its long-standing host city, Tampa, Florida. The first IBEX to follow the new date pattern will be held December 7 to 9, 2027 at the Tampa Convention Center.

This change follows extensive consultation with industry stakeholders and exhibitors, who overwhelmingly supported the move as a way to protect the consistency and reliability of the show and provide opportunities for growth.

The new IBEX December date pattern was developed in close collaboration with IBEX co-owners, RAI Amsterdam and the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA).

• IBEX 2025: October 7 to 9, 2025 | Tampa Convention Center
• IBEX 2026: October 6 to 8, 2026 | Tampa Convention Center
• IBEX 2027: December 7 to 9, 2027 | Tampa Convention Center

For exhibitor or attendee inquiries, contact Mary Velline, IBEX show director, at mary@ibexshow.com.