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Presenting the Business of Luxury Leisure
Presenting the Business of Luxury Leisure

The 2026 Newport Charter Yacht Show, held June 22-25 at Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard, showcased not only an impressive fleet of luxury charter yachts but also the exceptional captains and crews who drive the U.S. charter industry.

Newport Charter Yacht Show Returns with Stellar Fleet, Industry Networking and Crew Showcases
Newport Charter Yacht Show Returns with Stellar Fleet, Industry Networking and Crew Showcases

The annual Newport Charter Yacht Show returns June 22–25, 2026, at Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard, once again transforming downtown Newport’s waterfront into one of the luxury charter industry’s most important summer season marketplaces.

Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard to Host Annual 'Pumpkin Regatta' Friday, October 10, to Benefit Sail Newport
Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard to Host Annual 'Pumpkin Regatta' Friday, October 10, to Benefit Sail Newport

On Friday, October 10, the local yachting community is invited to Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard to race and/or spectate at the annual “Pumpkin Regatta” to raise funds for Sail Newport in Newport, RI from 4:00-7:00pm. Food from A Mano Pizza will be served along with beverages thanks to sponsors RC Marine Electric, Newport Yacht Builders, Casey’s Oil & Propane, al fresco Composites, Itchiban Yacht Painters, Newport Rigging Group, Hallam’s Marine Service, and BWA Yachting. 

Started more than thirteen years ago, the Pumpkin Regatta is an annual tradition and fundraiser with all proceeds given to a different organization each year. Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard Teammates organize the annual event by painting three fiberglass pumpkins, setting up food and beverages for all to enjoy, and asking local companies to donate items for a silent auction. “Our annual Pumpkin Regatta has become a legendary event for our yacht captains and crew who look forward to it each year and enjoy the friendly, but competitive, nature of the race,” said Michael Millerick, General Manager of Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard.

Bringing Out the Best in the Charter Industry
Bringing Out the Best in the Charter Industry

By Tuesday, it was heating up at the four-day (June 23-26) Newport Charter Yacht Show, not only because of record-setting high temperatures that had moved into New England but also because it was the day set aside for the Show’s annual Chef’s Competition, a highlight of several crew contests designed to showcase the talents of those who are the backbone of luxury charter yacht experiences.

Staying on Top of the Charter Game
Staying on Top of the Charter Game

The Newport Charter Yacht Show is the only trade event of its kind in the Northeast, meaning it’s a valuable tool for connecting luxury charter yachts, their agents, owners, captains and crews with those in the business of brokering unparalleled on-water vacations for discriminating clients.