Holiday Lighted Boat Parade at Tampa Riverwalk

• When: Saturday, December 20, 2025,  6:15 pm
  
• Location: The Tampa Riverwalk, 600 N Ashley Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
• Cost: Free

Tampa’s largest lighted boat parade will take place, lighting up the Hillsborough River in Downtown Tampa with a dazzling display of holiday cheer. The parade kicks off at 6:15 PM near the Lighthouse off Davis Islands, with both large and small vessels cruising past Sparkman Wharf, Harbour Island, and the Tampa Convention Center.

From there, large boats will conclude at the Convention Center, while smaller boats (under 12’ air draft) continue upriver past Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park and Ulele, finishing near Water Works Park and Armature Works.

Spectators can enjoy free viewing along the Riverwalk at multiple locations, with judging and a VIP viewing area located at Sparkman Wharf. All registered boats are eligible for prizes — so deck out your vessel and be part of Tampa’s most magical holiday tradition!

• Website: thetampariverwalk.com
• Contact Phone: (813) 221-1539
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• Category: Free

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