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Stone Harbor Festival of Lights Boat Parade and Viewing Party event

Stone Harbor Festival of Lights Boat Parade and Viewing Party

Stone Harbor Waterways
  • Date: 8/1/2026
  • Starts: 8:00 pm

Don't miss this annual event! The festival of lights boat parade is a twinkling tradition in Stone Harbor. Come out and support these artisans as they sail along the bay in their masterpieces.

The Boat parade begins at the Yacht Club of Stone Harbor, then heads south around Paradise Basin and Sanctuary Basin. Boats will enter Carnival Bay, then Pleasure Bay. The boats continue north into Stone Harbor basin, followed by Shelter Haven, Snug Harbor, South and North Basins. Boats will return south and end back at YCSH where judging occurs on deck followed by the after-party.


Open to all! Competition Categories include Best Dock Décor, Best Boat Décor and Best Costume. Pre-Registration for boaters required online. This years theme is "US History 250 - Calls Is Now In Session" which celebrates America’s 250th birthday year through the people, places, eras and cultural moments that have shaped our country.  Honor and remember America’s history, creativity and community.