From May 16 to 18, 2025, the international marina at Marina Genova will host the third edition of the Classic Boat Show, an event celebrating traditional seamanship. Located in Genoa Sestri Ponente, near the C. Colombo Airport, the marina will showcase some of the most captivating historical vessels. Visitors will have the chance to explore these boats, engage with their owners, and, if they wish, consider purchasing or renting a yacht.
Throughout the event, both private individuals and companies can freely display sailboats or motorboats ranging from 4 meters to over 40 meters in length. Vessels can also be presented on a trailer for sale or rental purposes, with no commission fees to the organizers. Among the pre-registered boats are names like Pandora, Tulli, Brick II, Half Moon, Aria, Coppelia, Draumen I, Seven Seas, Begonia, Till, and Tirrenia II.
In addition to the vessels, artists such as watercolor painter Emanuela Tenti, model makers, painters, craftsmen, shipwrights, and naval designers will showcase their creations. Additionally, around 150 exhibitors will join the seventeenth edition of Yacht&Garden, a nationally acclaimed exhibition dedicated to the Mediterranean garden.
Participants of the Classic Boat Show will enjoy several benefits, including free mooring for up to 10 days, a buffet dinner featuring Ligurian cuisine and an open bar, musical entertainment, and the chance to attend related events and the celebratory party on Friday evening. This year’s party will honor the 90th anniversary of Aria, a vintage sailboat owned by Serena Galvani, launched in 1935. There will also be special arrangements with bars and restaurants at Marina Genova and a shuttle service to and from the city.
To join the 3rd Classic Boat Show, interested parties must send a participation request to the Organizing Committee. Given the limited number of available vessels and stands, admission will be assessed after submitting a request with the name, photo of the vessel or activity, and a contact reference. Communications can be sent via email to cavallaro@marinagenova.it or murolo@marinagenova.it.