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Viking Yachts is kicking off 2026 with a different kind of boat-show experience—one designed for serious anglers and buyers who want time on the docks, not time in traffic. The Viking & Valhalla VIP Boat Show returns January 30–31 at the Viking Yacht Service Center in Riviera Beach, Florida, offering an exclusive, RSVP-only opportunity to see the full Viking and Valhalla fleets in one place.
For many attendees, the main draw will be the world premiere of the all-new Viking 50 Billfish. Rooted in the classic dayboat DNA that defines the Billfish series, the 50 represents a major new entry in Viking’s lineup—and the VIP show provides a rare chance to get a close, unhurried look before it ever hits a traditional show circuit. Unlike crowded public boat shows, the VIP format allows guests to step aboard, study layouts, talk directly with the Viking team, and arrange real-world sea trials through authorized dealers.
That intimacy is by design. Viking has elected not to display at the Miami International Boat Show this year, instead using the VIP Boat Show as its primary winter showcase. With Miami’s in-water component shifting focus toward large European cruising yachts, Viking is doubling down on an environment better suited to sportfishing buyers—where ride quality, handling, and performance can be properly evaluated.
Beyond the 50 Billfish, highlights include the new third-generation Viking 50 Convertible, the award-winning Valhalla 55 Sport Yacht, the Viking 82 and 90, and a wide range of Valhalla center consoles and hybrids. More than 75 premier marine vendors, along with Viking Marine Group companies, round out the experience.
Attendance is free but registration is required. Interested guests can register online at: www.vikingyachts.com
