Christmas Event Holiday Boat Parade

Holiday Boat Parade

Enjoy a festive evening as decorated boats illuminate the Intracoastal Waterway with lights, music, and holiday spirit.

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Event Details

Date & Time

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Parade begins at 6:00 PM

Shuttle Service (Free)

To help spectators get to the event safely and easily, the City will provide complimentary shuttle service from:

European Village and Daytona State College – Palm Coast Campus

Shuttles operate from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Parking at Waterfront Park will be limited.

Shuttles provided by Palm Coast Ford and Flagler County Transportation.

Viewing Locations

The best places to enjoy the parade include:

Waterfront Park

St. Joe Walkway

Canopy Walk

Amenities

Food Trucks

Port-A-Lets

Available at St. Joe Walkway Trailhead (under the Hammock Dunes Bridge across from European Village)

Available at Waterfront Park

Parade Route

Start: Cochise Waterway / North Cut

Travels south under the Hammock Dunes Bridge

Continues toward Grand Haven

Turnaround: Grand Haven Gazebo

Returns north toward home ports

Awards

Boats will be judged during the parade in the following categories:

  • Best Theme
  • Brightest/Most Colorful
  • Most Creative
  • Most Spirited Crew

Winners will be announced at the end of the event.

Safety

The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit, Flagler County Fire Rescue, and Florida Fish & Wildlife will patrol the Intracoastal to ensure a safe experience for everyone.

Weather Notice

Rain or Shine

Event will be cancelled only in cases of severe weather or lightning

Event Timeline

  • 4:00 PM – Shuttles Begin
  • 5:00 PM – Boat Staging
  • 6:00 PM – Parade Begins
  • 8:00 PM – Event Ends
  • 9:00 PM – Shuttles End

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