A popular activity for travelers to do during the Christmas season is to see and enjoy a holiday boat parade. Now, due to COVID restrictions, many of the state’s coastal communities have canceled or postponed their parades, but not all.
Here’s a roundup of the best Christmas boat parades happening all across the USA this year.
1) 115th Annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade!
Join the 115th Annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade and Ring of Lights Celebration! Watch beautifully decorated yachts, boats, kayaks and canoes sail along the harbor in the Parade.
This year’s parade will be held Wednesday through Sunday, December 13-17, 2023, and is once again hosted by the Commodores Club of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce. Register your boat for the Parade or home in the Ring of Lights waterfront decorating competition. Participants receive special commemorative items and are eligible for awards.
When:- Wed Dec 13 2023 at 07:30 pm to Sun Dec 17 2023 at 10:00 pm (GMT-07:00)
Where:- Newport Beach, California, United States
2) 49th Annual Holiday Lighted Boat Parade
Clearwater Yacht Club is excited to announce the 49th Annual Holiday Lighted Boat Parade. This lighted, nautical event celebrates the spirit of the holidays and raises funds for youth sailing and boating scholarships locally. The parade will head North and follow the traditional route through the Island Estates community. It will go past Coachman Park to the Memorial Causeway Bridge, then back towards the beach turning around at the City Fuel Dock. The parade will end at the judging area in front of Clearwater Yacht Club.
So, be ready to join this amazing parade with your family and friends. You will have a bundle of fun, thrills and chills throughout this amazing parade.
When:- Sat Dec 09 2023 at 06:30 pm (GMT-05:00)
Where:- Clearwater Yacht Club, 830 S. Bayway Blvd,Clearwater,FL,United States
3) Winterfest Boat Parade Kayak Watch Party and Tour
The Winterfest Boat Parade, with this year’s theme "PLATINUM REWIND" will float along the New River and Intracoastal Waterway. Everyone will be hanging from their balconies, anchored boats, and seawalls to get the best view of the decorated yachts. How would you like to watch the parade from a kayak and get a front-row seat? This is a fun event and we encourage you to come early to decorate your kayak too!
When:- Sat Nov 25 2023 at 07:00 pm to 10:00 pm (GMT-05:00)
Where:- George English Park, 1101 Bayview Drive, Fort Lauderdale, United States
4) Deck the Hulls, A Christmas Boat Parade
Get ready to experience the magic of the holiday season like never before at Deck the Hulls, Hilton Head Island's spectacular Christmas Boat Parade! Picture a parade of boats decked out in twinkling lights, festive decorations, and holiday cheer. The tranquil waters of Hilton Head Island transform into a mesmerizing nautical wonderland that captures the spirit of the season.
When:- Sat Dec 09 2023 at 09:00 pm (GMT-05:00)
Where:- Skull Creek Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926, United States
5) Holiday Boat Parade & Sunset Cruise
The Holiday Boat Parade & Sunset Cruise departs at 5:00 p.m. from the historic Tin City docks, located at 1200 Fifth Ave. S, Naples Florida. The experience cruises through Naples Bay into Port Royal canals to see our luxurious neighbors and also out to the Gulf of Mexico to watch the sunset along the horizon. Soon after, the MIACC Holiday Boat Parade begins. Watch as Captains cruise by with their fully decorated boats as a perfect way to get into the holiday season. Move to the music, enjoy entertaining narration from Pure Florida’s captain and crew watch for dolphins and other native wildlife, and cheer on the decorated boats in the parade.
When:- Sat Dec 09 2023 at 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm (GMT-05:00)
Where:- Pure Florida, 1200 5th Ave S, Ste 501, Naples, FL, United States
6) 21st Annual Turkey Creek Christmas Boat Parade
Decorated boats will meet at 5:30 PM on Turkey Creek in front of Palm Bay Marina. We will head east past Palm Bay Point to the mouth of the Indian River and turning around then heading back to Turkey Creek and motoring down Turkey Creek towards Port Malabar Blvd.
This year the Annual Turkey Creek Christmas Boat Parade ensures to take you on a lively journey to the next year.
When:- Sat Dec 09 2023 at 06:30 pm (GMT-04:00)
Where:- Palm Bay, Florida, United States
7) 48th Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade
The 48th Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade will be held on Friday, December 1, 2023. More than 60,000 people come to view the award winning parade featuring lighted floats, marching bands, giant balloons and of course Santa Claus! The parade route runs through the middle of downtown Gatlinburg. The Parade route begins at Baskins Creek By-Pass, travels to Traffic Light #3, turns south onto the Parkway, and ends at Traffic Light #10.
When:- Fri Dec 01 2023 at 10:30 pm (GMT-05:00)
Where:- Visit Gatlinburg, 811 E Parkway,Gatlinburg,TN,United States
8) 57th Annual Madeira Beach Festival of Lights Holiday Boat Parade
Join the 57th Annual Madeira Beach Festival of Lights Holiday Boat Parade. Madeira Beach's lighted boat parade will happen Saturday December 9th, 2023. The parade begins at the American Legion Post 273 at 6:30pm, travels all the finger canals through the city, and ends at John's Pass. Bring your family and friends with you for this parade to enjoy the realm of the amazing boat parade.
When:- Sat Dec 09 2023 at 06:15 pm to 10:00 pm (GMT-05:00)
Where:- Maderia Beach, Florida, Kenneth City, United States
9) 4th Annual Gator Bayou Lighted Christmas Boat Parade
Join this free, family-friendly event on Dickinson Bayou. The Gator Bayou Lighted Christmas Boat Parade will begin promptly at 6:00 p.m. at Tropical Gardens/Gum Bayou and will travel West to the 646 Bridge. Decorate your boat and be on the look out for Santa! Have a blast with this wonderful boat parade.
When:- Sat Dec 02 2023 at 06:00 pm (GMT-06:00)
Where:- Dickinson Bayou, Dickinson, United States
10) 36th Annual SEV Boat Parade
Toon Tiki Charters & 36th Annual SEV Holiday Boat Parade Cruise amazing combo, right?! Prepare to embark on a magical journey for the 36th Annual SEV Holiday Boat Parade on Saturday, December 9th from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM! Toon Tiki Charters is rolling out the red carpet with complimentary hor d'oeuvres and beverages to make your evening cruise experience extra special. Plus, you're welcome to BYOB (Bring Your Own Beverages) if that's more your style!
When:- Sat Dec 09 2023 at 04:00 pm (GMT-05:00)
Where:- 300 Magnolia St, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168-7145, United States
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