Tampa’s largest lighted boat parade will happen the Saturday before Christmas along the Hillsborough River in Downtown Tampa. The parade begins at the southern tip of Davis Islands, travels through the Convention Center basin and up to the Heights where the boats will turn around and head to Sparkman Wharf where judging will occur and the parade will end. All registered boats will receive prizes!
Saturday, December 21st, 2024
6:15 PM
Boat Registration is NOW OPEN!
First 50 boats to register lock in early registration pricing of $85!
*Lock in your spot now, Boat Registration pricing will go up closer to event date.*
NOW AVAILABLE!
Join us VIP style to watch our Holiday Lighted Boat Parade!
12/21/24
VIP Section will open at 7:00PM
$85 per person - EARLYBIRD RATE!
*prices will go up closer to event date*
Includes: Seating options on a private section on the Wharf at Sparkman Wharf, food, 2 drink tickets & a great view of the parade!
Parking is NOT included in ticket price.
VIP Tickets are non-refundable.
2023 FRIENDS OF THE TAMPA RIVERWALK HOLIDAY LIGHTED BOAT PARADE WINNERS
1ST: #114 - NATHANIEL JONES
2ND: #52 - CHRISTY MARSH
3RD: #8 - WILLIAM MITCHELL
Holiday Lighted Boat Parade Map
2023 Holiday Lighted Boat Parade Photos
Thank you to our 2023 Holiday Boat Parade sponsors!
