Get ready to experience the magic of the season as the Boynton Beach Holiday Boat Parade returns to the Intracoastal waterways for another spectacular year! Mark your calendars for Friday, December 12th, and join the community for an unforgettable evening filled with dazzling lights, festive entertainment, and waterfront holiday cheer.
This cherished tradition—held in partnership with the City of Delray Beach, Town of Hypoluxo, and Town of Lantana —is the perfect way to celebrate the season in true Florida fashion. With a lineup of festively decorated boats, both privately owned and commercial, this event offers holiday fun for all ages.
Key Details
📅 When: Friday, December 12th, 6:30 PM
📍 Where: Starting at the Ocean Avenue Bridge in Lantana and traveling south to the C-15 Canal in Delray Beach
⛵ Who: Boats of all shapes and sizes compete for top honors with twinkling lights, festive décor, and spirited holiday themes
🚗 Parking
Free Parking:
- Public parking lots at 115 N. Federal Highway and the surrounding area on NE 1st Avenue and NE 4th Street
- City Hall parking lots at 129 E. Ocean Avenue and the SE corner of Boynton Beach Boulevard and Seacrest Boulevard
- Limited on-street parking along East Ocean Avenue
Paid Parking:
- Boynton Harbor Marina parking garage (limited availability)
Where to Watch
The Boynton Harbor Marina (735 Casa Loma Blvd.) serves as the official Boynton Beach watch location, but there are plenty of great viewing spots along the Intracoastal. Festivities at the Marina run from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
🎄 Highlights at Boynton Harbor Marina
- Festive music by Making Faces band and DJ Leo
- Kids’ activities: crafts, face painting, and photo ops
- Visit from Santa, his cheerful elves, and the infamous Grinch
- Food & drinks available from Two Georges Waterfront Grille, Common Grounds, and Scheurer’s Chocolate
- Toys for Tots donation station—bring a new, unwrapped toy to brighten a child’s holiday
Other Recommended Viewing Spots
Waterfront Restaurants
Lantana:
- Old Key Lime House – 300 E. Ocean Avenue
Boynton Beach:
- Banana Boat – 739 E. Ocean Avenue
- Two Georges Waterfront Grille – 728 Casa Loma Boulevard
- Prime Catch – 700 E. Woolbright Road
Delray Beach:
- Deck 84 – 840 E. Atlantic Avenue
Public Parks Along the Route
Boynton Beach:
- Intracoastal Park – 2240 N. Federal Highway
- Jaycee Park – 2600 S. Federal Highway
- Harvey E. Oyer Jr. Park – 2010 N. Federal Highway
Delray Beach:
- Veterans Park – 802 NE 1st Street
- Knowles Park – 1001 S. Federal Highway
🚧 Bridge Closures – Plan Ahead!
Bridges along the parade route will be raised during the event. Below are the approximate times for each of the closures.
Boynton Beach:
- Ocean Avenue Bridge – 7:15 PM
- Woolbright Road Bridge – 7:30 PM
Delray Beach:
- George Bush Boulevard – 7:45 PM
- Atlantic Avenue Bridge – 8:00 PM
- Linton Boulevard – 8:15 PM
Toys for Tots: Spread Holiday Joy
Help make a child’s holiday brighter! The Boynton Beach CRA (BBCRA) has partnered with Marine Toys for Tots and Sea Tow to collect toys during the parade.
- Look for the yellow and black Sea Tow boats collecting toys along the route—just wave a flashlight to signal a drop-off.
- Donation boxes are available at:
- Boynton Harbor Marina
- Banana Boat
- Prime Catch
- Two Georges
🚤 Want to Join the Parade? Register Your Boat!
Calling all boaters! Participation is free—just register below and bring a new, unwrapped toy to the captains’ meeting on Monday, December 9th at Paloma Mexican Restaurant.
Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place in each of three size categories:
- Under 25 feet
- 25–34 feet
- 35 feet and up
👉 Click here to register your boat for the 2025 Holiday Boat Parade! Gather your family and friends and celebrate the magic of the season at the Boynton Beach Holiday Boat Parade! For more details, visit the BBCRA website or check out the official Facebook Event Page
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