International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) is the largest marine industry trade event in North America. For those working in boat building, design, repair, and/or maintenance.

The first Wednesday of every month for Triton Networking, a casual gathering of yacht captains, crew and industry professionals. It’s a perfect way to build your network of contacts and resources, not to mention friends.

This month as we return to Ward’s Marine Electric for their always-fun pre-boat show fete.

The Triton From the Bridge captains lunch, noon, Fort Lauderdale. A roundtable discussion of the issues of the day for captains who earn their livings running someone else’s yacht.

Request an invite from Editor Dorie Cox at dorie@the-triton.com or 954-525-0029. Space is limited.

Click to read previous topics of discussions during Triton From the Bridge lunch.

This year is the 57th edition of this brokerage show. Last year featured 275 exhibitors and more than 700 boats, 180 of which were in water.

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This year marks the 30th installment of the annual captain- and crew-based golf tournament in Plama. Last year’s tournament raised more than 101,000 euros for charity with the help from 344 golfers and more than 100 sponsors. Three signature events and parties surround the two-day golf tournament.

National Marine Suppliers hosts its 11th annual Yacht Bikers Poker Run. Over 250 miles to destinations around South Florida. All motorcycles, classic cars and sports cars are welcome. Proceeds benefit breast cancer awareness, prevention and research. Register at www.nationalmarine.com

This year is the 14th annual Awlgrip Captains Golf Invitational.

Captain’s license required, golf skills optional.

Created and hosted by Wes Sanford of Northrop & Johnson.

The 59th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.

The world’s largest in-water boat show with an audience of 100,000 at seven locations with 3 million square feet of display from megayachts to accessories. This year includes more than 1,200 boats and about 1,000 exhibitors with goods valued at more than $4 billion.

Locations are Bahia Mar Yachting Center, Hall of Fame Marina, Las Olas Marina, Hilton Marina, Pier 66 Marina, Sails Marina, and the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center. Shuttles and water transportation connect the sites.

Prime time (Wednesday, Oct. 31) preview tickets are $46.50, a two-day ticket (valid Thursday-Sunday) is $52.50 and general admission tickets are $29 per day for adults, $12 for children ages 6-15.