As the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) takes over, it offers a great opportunity for captains and crew to reconnect with friends and meet new ones. There are more events than you can possibly attend, but if you want to fill your time with fun — and maybe learn a few things — don’t miss these excellent options.
Wednesday, Oct. 29
8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
MARE Forum’s 6th Super Yacht Americas
Renaissance Fort Lauderdale Marina hotel
The forum covers a range of topics, including yacht design and experience trends, legal, flag, and regulatory updates, and more.
.mareforum.com
4-6 p.m.
USSA Class vs. Flag
Bahia Mar, Commodore Ballroom, Salon C
The US Superyacht Association (USSA) presents a class vs. flag discussion, with a panel of experts exploring the complex relationship between class and flag.
ussuperyacht.com
Thursday, Oct. 30
12–2 p.m.
Floral Class for a Cause
Pier Sixty-Six Marina
Join Professional Women in Yachting for a creative floral design workshop to promote feminine health on board with wine and light bites to honor those lost to cervical cancer.
https://luma.com/4gzy6s2c?mc_cid=27ec759954&mc_eid=19a2aa610e
6–10 p.m.
Safe Harbor Lauderdale Marine Center Haunted Yacht Party — Shipwrecked
1601 SW 20th St
Wear your Halloween finest and compete for best costume prizes while enjoying complimentary beer, wine, and hors d'oeuvres.
https://form.typeform.com/to/dBPKBwm9
6:30–10:30 p.m.
Captains & Crew Appreciation party
The Wharf Fort Lauderdale
Bring all your Halloween finery to this crew party — you could win prizes valued at up to $500 in the costume contest.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/captains-and-crew-party-tickets-1778052556059?aff=oddtdtcreator
Friday, Oct. 31
10 a.m.
Silver Service at Sea: The Art of Luxury Dining On Board
Superyacht Village
Dr. Karolina Stefanski explores the luxury dining experience, with style insights for stews, designers, and guests.
https://www.flibs.com/en/experience/seminars.html
8-11 p.m.
Yacht Chandlers Monster Mash Captains & Crew party
DAER Nightclub, Hard Rock Casino
Channel those monster vibes and get ready for the best crew party of the show at Yacht Chandlers’ annual FLIBS crew party.
Saturday, November 1
11 a.m.
Yachtie Minds Matter: Crew Wellness & Leadership at Sea
Superyacht Village
Capt. Kelly Gordon will host a conversation to share tools to strengthen crew culture and support mental health on board.
1 p.m.
Wellness at Sea: Navigating Sensitive Medical Needs On Board
Superyacht Village
Sara Jennings of GW Medical offers expert insight into best practices for proactive preparedness to responding to incidents.
