Your Burgess guide to Dubai International Boat Show 2025

The Dubai International Boat Show 2025 celebrates all things UAE relating to the superyacht lifestyle. Providing fine food, great networking for captains, owners and guests at the show’s marine VIP lounge, business innovations and leading yacht gadgets. It’s an indispensable event on the yachting calendar - and you can meet the Burgess team there...

When is the Dubai International Boat Show?

This year, the 31st edition of the Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS) takes place on 19 to 23 February at Dubai Harbour in the United Arab Emirates, and is the United Arab Emirates’ largest and most prestigious marine and luxury lifestyle experience. It showcases some of the best yachts from international builders and brokerage houses, as well as the latest in watersports entertainment, from tenders to flyboards.

Where is the Dubai International Boat Show?

Dubai Harbour is UAE’s new purpose built seafront district, providing maritime luxuries with a side-helping of cosmopolitan life. Home to the largest marina in the region, Dubai Harbour and the surrounding district aims to rekindle Dubai’s deep and historical connection with the Arabian Sea, positioning the city as a leading global hub for maritime tourism and providing fascinating ways to explore Dubai by water.

Planning your trip to DIBS

A collection of renowned industry leaders is set to provide keynote talks throughout the five-day event, including Burgess’ Business Development Manager, Anastazja Kociolkowska. With over 200 boats set to exhibit and over 1,000 exhibitors, there's so much to see.

Superyachts

The MENA region hosts the second highest superyacht fleet to billionaire ratio, a statistic made evident by the AED 2.9bn total value of boats on display at DIBS 2024.

Supercars

The Supercar Avenue at DIBS brings some of the world’s rarest super cars to the fore in an exclusive collection of exhibits. It offers an unusual opportunity to get up close to the automobiles of your dreams, as well as the chance to potentially spot a few big names in racing. 

Dive MENA

The Dive MENA and Dive Pool unites world-famous professional divers, explorers and underwater photographers to learn about new techniques, technologies and experiences when cruising the big blue. Visitors can take part in dives, underwater games and even try their hand at free diving, as well as hear diving heroes speak about their own encounters.

Captains Night

This event celebrates the vital roles of captains and crews in the maritime community. It is an evening of celebration, and an essential networking event for industry leaders and maritime professionals. Invite only, it's a standout occasion for every captain.

F&B

The dining experience at DIBS is as elite as the event itself, with exciting flavours, avant garde menus and mouthwatering dishes. From signature cocktails and music from top DJs to family-friendly light bites, the atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between relaxation and excitement.