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!
$95
VIP IS SOLD OUT!
Join us VIP style to watch our Holiday Lighted Boat Parade!
12/21/24
VIP Section will open at 7:00PM
$95 per person
Includes: Seating options on a private section on the Wharf at Sparkman Wharf, Splitsville Classic & Asian-Fusion Inspired Menu Food Offerings, 2 drink tickets & a great view of the parade!
Parking is NOT included in ticket price.
VIP Tickets are non-refundable.
Thank you sponsors!
Holiday Lighted Boat Parade Map
Where to Launch
- Ballast Point, 5300 Interbay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611
- Davis Island, 846 Severn Ave, Tampa, FL 33606 (ramp is operational, dock is not functional)
- Gandy Boat Ramp, 5108 W Gandy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611
- Lowry Park Boat Ramp, 1204 W Flora St, Tampa, FL 33604
- Picnic Island Park, 7409 Picnic Island Blvd, Tampa, FL 33616
- Williams Park, 9425 US Hwy 41 S, Riverview, FL 33578
2023 Holiday Lighted Boat Parade Photos
Thank you to our 2023 Holiday Boat Parade sponsors!
