The Newport Boat Show opens Sept. 11. Here's what to know

Providence Journal

NEWPORT — The Newport International Boat Show , presented by BankNewport, will return to the City by the Sea on Thursday, Sept. 11. The show spans more than 17 acres and will feature 350 sailboats and powerboats, with some making their United States debut.

Here's what you need to know about the 54th edition of the Newport International Boat Show:

When and where is the Newport Boat Show?

The show will be held at the Newport Yachting Center Marina — in the water and on the docks — with boats and marine products. The show opens on Thursday, Sept. 11, and lasts through Sunday, Sept. 14, in downtown Newport.

What's new for this year?

This year's show will feature two more acres of boats than previous years, including a brokerage basin with both power and sailboats ran