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Lighted Boat Parades

The Lighted Boat Parades are typically held either the first or second Saturday in December.
Events are FREE and open to the public.
Be sure to dress warmly for these outdoor events next to open water.
Most held Rain or Shine. High seas and strong winds can cause cancellation.
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Lighted Boat Parade in Colonial Beach
November 25, 2023 at dusk

Boats line up at Marker #2 near the Dockside end of the Point.
Grab a spot on the beach, a bench on the boardwalk, sit in your golf cart or car to watch as our fabulous Colonial Beach boating community shares their holiday spirit with all of us! Boats of all shapes and sizes decked out for the holiday season, blowing their horns sail up and down the Potomac River from Monroe Bay to Riverboat and return.

 

 


 

Alexandria PARADE OF LIGHTS
December 2, 2023, 5:30pm

On the Old Town Alexandria Waterfront, more than 50 boats cruise along one mile of the Potomac River shoreline.
The parade begins at Alexandria's Marina at the foot of Cameron Street, Behind the Torpedo Factory.
Lots of dockside activity precede the parade from 2pm - 8pm at Waterfront Park.
Where to watch from.

 

District's Holiday Boat Parade
December 2, 2023, 7pm District Pier

The Alexandria parade then moves to The Wharf on Water St. off Maine Avenue, Washington, DC.
Dockside activities from 6-9pm. Fireworks at 8pm. Actual start times may vary pending parade progress.


 

Annapolis Christmas Lights Boat Parade
December 9, 2023, 6-8pm
rain (or snow) or shine

40th Anniversary of beloved Annapolis tradition occurring every year on the second Saturday in December.
Along the Annapolis Harbor, Spa Creek waterfront, below and above the bridge.
More than 70 power and sailboats showing off their holiday decorations through the Annapolis Harbor.
There will be two fleets changing positions every hour or so. Don't leave just because the boat do.
Check their Facebook page for updates.
Lights Parade Hotline 844-463-6392.

 



 

Solomons Island Boat Light Parade
December 9, 2023, 6pm

The 42nd annual Christmas Walk. Weather Permitting, the Lighted Boat Parade will start at dusk and end along the Riverwalk at approximately 7:15pm.

 

 

 

James River Parade of Lights
December 9, 2023, 5pm

Beautifully decorated vessels will sparkle down the James River beginning in the City of Richmond to Henrico County
For more Info, visit their Richmond Boat Parade of Lights FaceBook page.

 



 

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