Dec 2-4, 2026  •  Morial Convention Center  •  New Orleans, LA

Special Events

Go beyond the Show Floor with our Special Events

From networking receptions and industry recognition to curated discussions and meetups, these events create valuable opportunities to build relationships and engage with professionals across the industry.

To give you an idea of what to expect in 2026, here’s a look at the special events featured at last year’s show:

MARITIME BREAKFAST

Maritime Breakfast

Our popular breakfast, held on the second day of the show highlights a relevant topic that is discussed among some of the industry's top experts.  
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MARITIME LUNCHEON

Maritime Luncheon

In 2025, maritime historian, professor, policy expert, and creator of the popular YouTube channel What’s Going On With Shipping Sal Mercogliano held a discussion on the current state of domestic shipping, shipbuilding, policy shifts, and the Jones Act market. 
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SIGNIFICANT BOAT AWARDS

Significant Boats

Every Fall, the editorial team at WorkBoat Magazine reveals the 10 Significant Boats of the Year and subsequently declares the Boat of the Year during The International WorkBoat Show.
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INDUSTRY INTERACTION DAY

Industry Interaction Day

We Work the Waterways welcomed local students for a day of education with maritime skills stations and meeting exhibitors on the show floor.
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MARITIME THROW DOWN

Maritime Throwdown

Maritime Throwdown is a hands-on obstacle course that challenges vessel crews to test real-world maritime skills, strength, endurance, and teamwork, while serving as a valuable training experience for industry professionals.
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WOMEN IN MARITIME SUMMIT

Women in Maritime Summit

An interactive summit bringing maritime professionals together for focused learning, peer-to-peer discussion, and meaningful networking through expert-led sessions and small-group conversations designed to spark insight, connection, and practical takeaways.
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HAPPY HOURS

Happy Hours

We offer daily happy hours in various locations on the show floor.
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