Celebrate the Holidays at Tampa River Walk Boat Parade!

Get ready to light up the holiday season! Tampa’s largest lighted boat parade is set to dazzle on Saturday, December 21st, 2024. This festive event will feature beautifully decorated boats cruising along the Hillsborough River, creating a spectacular holiday display that’s not to be missed.

Event Highlights

• Date: Saturday, December 21st, 2024
• Time: Parade starts at 6:15 PM
• Route: Starting at the southern tip of Davis Islands, traveling through the Convention Center basin, up to the Heights, and ending at Sparkman Wharf, where judging will take place and the parade will conclude.
• Judging: Prizes for all registered boats!

Learn more about the parade here.

How to Participate

• Boat Registration: Now open for $95.
  All registered participants will receive prizes for joining the festivities.
  Register your boat here
• VIP Experience: VIP tickets are sold out, but you can still enjoy the parade from waterfront locations. VIP sections will open at 7:00 PM.

Where to Launch

Tampa offers several convenient boat ramps for parade participants:

1. Ballast Point – 5300 Interbay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611
2. Davis Island – 846 Severn Ave, Tampa, FL 33606 (ramp operational, dock not functional)
3. Gandy Boat Ramp – 5108 W Gandy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611
4. Lowry Park Boat Ramp – 1204 W Flora St, Tampa, FL 33604
5. Picnic Island Park – 7409 Picnic Island Blvd, Tampa, FL 33616
6. Williams Park – 9425 US Hwy 41 S, Riverview, FL 33578

Why You Should Attend

The Tampa Lighted Boat Parade is more than just a holiday event—it’s a community celebration that brings together the magic of the season and the love of boating. Whether you’re showcasing your boat or enjoying the sights from the shore, it’s the perfect way to embrace the holiday spirit.

Mark your calendars and start planning your decorations! For more details, visit the Tampa Riverwalk Holiday Lighted Boat Parade page.

See you on the water! 🎅🚤