Newport Beach International Boat Show Named #1 Boat Show in the Nation…

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.  Source — (BUSINESS WIRE)

Newport Beach International Boat Show is proud to announce that it has been named the #1 Boat Show in the United States by USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards for 2025. Full official announcement from USA Today 10BEST was released on May 7th, 2025.

This national recognition follows the overwhelming success of the 2024 show, where record attendance, world-class activations, and unforgettable experiences cemented Newport Beach as the premier destination for marine lifestyle events. The show’s blend of high-end yachts, music, entertainment and family-friendly programming captured the hearts of attendees and, now, the nation.

“We’re incredibly honored and humbled to receive this recognition from USA Today readers,” said Anthony Trimino, CEO of Revel Republic, the show’s producer. “It’s a testament to the vibrant Newport Beach community, our incredible partners, and all the passionate boating enthusiasts who make this event so special.”

Source: Business Wire — https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250501645489/en/Newport-Beach-International-Boat-Show-Named-1-Boat-Show-in-the-Nation?utm_campaign=shareaholic&utm_medium=wordpress_blog&utm_source=blog

Newport Aquatic Center Makapo

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On August 1, the Newport Aquatic Center welcomed Beyond Blindness, a nonprofit in Santa Ana providing support for visually impaired children and their families, to their facility as part of Beyond Blindness’ inclusive summer camp, taking the campers on outriggers in the Back Bay.

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88th Annual Flight of Newport Beach

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If you’re out and about on Newport Harbor on Sunday afternoon, July 16, you may see dozens of sailboats racing around the harbor. Give them plenty of room and cheer them on—it’s the 87th Annual Flight of Newport Beach, presented by the Commodores Club of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce with assistance from the Balboa Yacht Club.

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Old Glory Boat Parade in Newport Harbor

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July 4 Old Glory Boat Parade 2023 / photo by Lawrence Sherwin

Whether you have a beautiful luxury yacht or a luxurious Duffy boat, it’s time to decorate your watercraft and participate in the annual Old Glory Boat Parade on Thursday, July 4, beginning at 1 p.m.

This is part of the three-day American Legion Newport Harbor Post 291 Centennial event, celebrating its 100th anniversary.

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