TOMORROW: Boca Raton’s Holiday Boat Parade

by News Desk | Dec 16, 2022 · 7:59 am | Boca Raton News

Boca Raton's Holiday Boat Parade - 2022

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BOCA RATON, FL (Boca Post) — The City of Boca Raton is hosting the 48th annual Holiday Boat Parade on Saturday, December 17th, 2022. We have everything you need to know.

The parade will start at 6:30 PM near the Delray Beach line and travel south along the Intracoastal waterway where it will end at the Hillsboro bridge.

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The Holiday Boat Parade will light up the Intracoastal waterway in and around Boca Raton on Saturday evening. A parade of boats decked out in holiday lights will compete for a $1,000 grand prize in 3 different categories, including Under 25′, 26′ to 34′, and over 34′. You can see the parade as it travels from C-15 Canal to the Hillsboro Boulevard bridge.

Where to view the Boca Raton holiday boat parade?

The city of Boca Raton has several options available to view the parade, including:

  • Red Reef Park (1400 N Ocean blvd)
  • Wildflower Park (551 E Palmetto Park Road)
  • Silver Palm Park (600 E Palmetto Park Road)

Seating will be available at Red Reef Park. It is recommended that you bring lawn chairs and/or a blanket for better seats closer to the water. A variety of food options will also be available at Red Reef park.

Parking is free but limited.

Motorists should be aware of the following bridge openings during the parade:

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  • 7:20 PM: Palmetto Park
  • 7:30 PM: Camino Real

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