Ocean Drive to Attend the Antigua Charter Yacht Show 2026 with DOLCE VITA III
Ocean Drive is delighted to announce its participation in the Antigua Charter Yacht Show 2026, taking place from 4 to 9 December in English Harbour, Antigua. This year, we will be attending with DOLCE VITA III, joining leading charter professionals from around the world for one of the most anticipated events of the Caribbean yachting season.
Antigua Charter Yacht Show: A Key Event in the Caribbean Yachting Calendar
The Antigua Charter Yacht Show is one of the most established international events dedicated to luxury yacht charter.
Held annually at the historic Nelson’s Dockyard, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in English Harbour, the show brings together international charter brokers, yacht management companies, captains, crew members and industry professionals.
The 2026 edition, taking place from 4 to 9 December, will celebrate 65 years since the first yacht gatherings in Antigua in 1961.
Over six days, attending brokers will have the opportunity to inspect a wide selection of luxury motor yachts, sailing yachts and catamarans, meet their crews and discover the latest charter opportunities ahead of the Caribbean winter season.
Ocean Drive and DOLCE VITA III at the Show
Ocean Drive is pleased to confirm its participation in the Antigua Charter Yacht Show 2026 with DOLCE VITA III.
The show provides an excellent opportunity to introduce the yacht to international charter brokers, strengthen its visibility within the global charter market and develop new professional relationships.
Our participation also reflects Ocean Drive’s continued commitment to offering clients an extensive selection of yachts and destinations worldwide, from the Mediterranean to the Caribbean and beyond.
Throughout the event, our team will be available to meet fellow industry professionals, discuss charter opportunities and arrange private viewings of DOLCE VITA III by appointment.
Antigua Charter Yacht Show 2026: Event Programme
The six-day programme combines yacht inspections, professional networking opportunities, culinary competitions and social events.
- Friday, 4 December – Opening Day, Participant registration, yacht check-in, captains’ briefing and opening networking events.
- Saturday, 5 December – Yacht Viewing Begins, Yachts open for inspection from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM. The prestigious Concours de Chef begins, followed by the Caribbean Welcome Networking Event.
- Sunday, 6 December – Yacht Inspections & Networking, A full day of yacht viewings, informative sessions, professional meetings and the second day of the culinary competition.
- Monday, 7 December – Discover the Yachts and Crews, Further yacht inspections, opportunities to meet captains and crews, culinary competitions and evening networking events.
- Tuesday, 8 December – Final Full Viewing Day, The final opportunity for brokers to inspect participating yachts, followed by the Concours de Chef awards ceremony and the show’s closing celebration.
- Wednesday, 9 December – Sail Day, An optional sailing day offering selected brokers the opportunity to experience participating yachts during short cruises around Antigua.
Discover the Caribbean by Luxury Yacht
Antigua is one of the Caribbean’s most attractive yachting destinations, offering beautiful beaches, sheltered anchorages and easy access to neighbouring islands.
From the sophisticated atmosphere of St. Barths and St. Martin to the natural beauty of Guadeloupe and the Grenadines, the Caribbean offers endless opportunities for an unforgettable luxury yacht charter.
Whether you are planning a family holiday, a winter escape or an island-hopping adventure, Ocean Drive can assist you in finding the ideal yacht and creating a tailor-made itinerary.
With extensive experience in yacht charter, brokerage and management, our team provides personalised assistance throughout every stage of the charter process.
