The Pompano Beach Holiday Boat Parade dazzles the waterways.
The boat parade in 2025 is 7 p.m. Friday, December 12, on the Intracoastal Waterway. The event usually features more than 50 boats decorated with holiday lights, music and dancing. For boats, the entry fee is $25.
If you want to watch online, the parade is featured on Facebook and Youtube.
The Holiday Boat Parade is on the Intracoastal Waterway, from Lake Santa Barbara north to Hillsboro Boulevard.
Pompano Boat Parade
Watch areas include
- Bleachers at Alsdorf Park, 2974 NE 14th Street. Entry is free while space is available. Parking fees are usually about $1.80 – $2.50 per hour
- For diners with restaurant reservations, Miraggio Italian Grill, 954-366-6279, 3100 E. Atlantic Boulevard on the southeast of the Atlantic Boulevard Bridge
- Reservations required at Sands Harbor Resort, 125 N Riverside Dr.
The Atlantic Boulevard, 14th Street & Hillsboro Boulevard bridges will be in the upright position from 6:15 p.m. until the parade boats float by.
The event is presented by Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce, 954-941-2940
Winterfest Parade in Fort Lauderdale
For boat parade spectators, Winterfest Boat Parade is Saturday, December 13 in Fort Lauderdale.
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