Vero Beach Christmas Boat Parade
Sunday, December 14, 2025
6:00 PM
Area : Vero Beach
Venue : Vero Beach City Marina
Vero Beach
Free
Boating,Community,Family
Vero Beach Christmas Boat Parade
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Time: Parade begins at 6:00 p.m. (weather permitting)
Location: Indian River Lagoon, Vero Beach
Website: www.miatc.org/events/Christmas-Boat-Parades
Summary:
Celebrate the holiday season as the Vero Beach Christmas Boat Parade lights up the Indian River Lagoon with a dazzling display of festively decorated boats! This cherished community tradition brings together families and friends to enjoy a magical night of lights, music, and holiday cheer.
The parade route begins just north of the Merrill P. Barber Bridge at IR Light 139, loops around Fritz Island, passes the City Marina (where judges will be located), continues south past Farley Island, turns east at Riomar Daybeacon 1 toward Quail Valley River Club, then heads south to Vero Isles channel, west toward shore, and north again to finish just past Royal Palm Pointe Park.
Best Viewing Areas: City Marina • Riverside Park • Cole Coppola Memorial Fishing Pier • A.W. Young Park • Royal Palm Pointe Park
Boater Info:
Registration is FREE and open to all motorized boats (maximum 4’ draft, VHF radio required). Staging begins at 5:30 p.m. just north of the Merrill P. Barber Bridge at IR Light 139. A mandatory Captain’s Meeting will be held Wednesday, December 10 at 5:30 p.m. at Quail Valley River Club (2345 N A1A).
Proudly presented by the Marine Industries Association of the Treasure Coast (MIATC).
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