Newport International Boat Show | September 17–20, 2026 | Newport Waterfront, RI
This fall, Balance Catamarans is making history of its own: for the first time ever, we’re bringing our yachts to the historic docks of the Newport International Boat Show — one of the Northeast’s most prestigious fall events. If you’ve been waiting for the chance to step aboard a Balance in person, this is it.
What's On the Docks
We’re bringing two of our flagship models for you to explore:
Balance 502
Presented in Carbon-Cross and available dockside for viewing throughout the show. The 502 is engineered for short-handed, blue-water voyaging — built to cover big nautical miles while still carrying real cruising payload for extended passages. Come aboard and experience her Italian-inspired interior firsthand, along with the award-winning VersaHelm®, the steering and control system that redefined what shorthanded sailing can feel like.
Balance 526
Loki will be on the water and available for demo sails during the show — a rare chance to feel a Balance catamaran under sail before you buy. Demo slots are limited and reserved for serious potential buyers, so if you’re in the market, don’t wait to lock in your spot.
Why Newport
Newport’s fall boat show draws sailors, cruisers, and industry veterans from across the Northeast and beyond. It’s the perfect backdrop to introduce Balance to a new audience of discerning sailors who value performance, comfort, and thoughtful engineering — everything our catamarans are built around.
Reserve Your Time
Whether you want to walk the decks of the 502 or take the wheel of the 526 on the water, appointments are the best way to guarantee time with our team.
Book your Newport appointment →
See you on the docks in Newport this September.
