DECEMBER 18-22, 2024
Welcome to the Parade!
December 18 – 22, 2024
116th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade and Ring of Lights
Proudly Hosted by the Commodores Club
of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce
Watch beautifully decorated yachts, boats, kayaks and canoes sail along the harbor in the 116th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade. This year’s parade will be held Wednesday through Sunday, December 18-22, 2024 and is once again hosted by the Commodores Club of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce.
LOOKING FOR A GREAT PLACE TO SEE THE PARADE?
FAMILY FUN KICKS OFF THE PARADE WITH GREAT VIEWING OF THE
2024 NEWPORT BEACH CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE AT MARINA PARK
Bring the entire family to the 10.5 acre Marina Park (1600 W Balboa Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92663), the largest public viewing location on the parade route.
Open to the public and admission is free.
2024 NEWPORT BEACH CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE
OFFICIAL DIGITAL PROGRAM
Check out our new digital version of the event program, featuring places to dock, dine and enjoy in Newport Beach. The program features the history of the Parade, past winners, other great holiday activities in Newport Beach and more.
Fireworks
On the opening night of the parade on Wednesday, December 18 at approximately 6:15 pm, a special opening fireworks display will take place off the Newport Pier to kick off the parade.
Safety is always our most important concern. Fireworks will commence as long as it is safe to do so as determined by Federal, State and Local guidelines. Please check back for more updates.
Drone Shows
The Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade is expanding our nighttime spectacular with our in-air drone shows. In addition to the millions of lights on the water, our colorful holiday drone shows will be visible from two locations making them visible from both ends of the harbor. Don’t miss it as we light up the skies over the Balboa Bay Resort and from Peninsula Park near the Fun Zone each night of the Parade.
Show Times
Wednesday | Balboa Bay Club – 6:00 pm and 8:15 pm | Peninsula Park – 6:45 pm and 8:00 pm
Thursday | Balboa Bay Club – 6:15 pm and 8:15 pm | Peninsula Park – 6:45 pm and 8:00 pm
Friday | Balboa Bay Club – 6:15 pm and 8:15 pm | Peninsula Park – 6:45 pm and 8:00 pm
Saturday | Balboa Bay Club – 6:15 pm and 8:15 pm | Peninsula Park – 6:45 pm and 8:00 pm
Sunday | Balboa Bay Club – 6:15 pm and 8:15 pm | Peninsula Park – 6:45 pm and 8:00 pm
2024 Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade Route
As the 116th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade moves its way through the Newport Harbor this December, the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade Committee, with the leadership of The Commodores Club of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce, will continue with its parade route starting and ending point at Tip of Lido Isle. The parade will begin at approximately 6:30 p.m. each night from December 18 – 22, 2024.
Parade participants will start from the east end of Lido Island following the celebrated route, with the first public viewing destination at the 10.5-acre Marina Park. The community park offers 177 parking spaces, nautical-themed playground, picnic area and sailing center, and is also the largest public viewing area along the parade route, creating an optimal location to gather and enjoy the festivities.
Residents and visitors will have optimal viewing of the beautifully decorated yachts, boats, kayaks and canoes sail in the parade from the Dine & Watch waterfront and Dine & Walk dining options within walking distance of the many public viewing spots.
Please reference the site map with times the parade passes various destination points.
Viewing the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade
GRAND MARSHAL LINEUP
WEDNESDAY
December 18
Opening Night with Fireworks
6:15pm Fireworks @ Newport Pier
6:30pm Parade begins
Grand Marshal
McG | Filmmaker, Producer and Director
On opening night, McG will preside on the boat parade’s grand marshal boat, visible to paradegoers on the 14-mile route via the vessel’s deck-to-sail LED screen.
McG is a filmmaker who has directed 11 feature films and eight television pilots. He is believed to be the only person in Hollywood history to have written a No. 1 song, produced a No. 1 TV show and directed a No. 1 movie.
THURSDAY
December 19
6:30pm Parade begins
Grand Marshals
Children from Olive Crest
Olive Crest is an organization dedicated to preventing child abuse by strengthening, equipping, and restoring children and families in crisis.
FRIDAY
December 20
6:30pm Parade begins
Grand Marshals
Local Heroes: Newport Beach Police and Newport Beach Fire and Lifeguard Departments
Cheer on our local Fire and Police departments, those first-responders and lifesavers who serve our communities, as they lead the evening’s festivities.
SATURDAY
December 21
6:30pm Parade begins
Grand Marshals
A Night of Holiday Classics
Celebrate the season with live performances of beloved holiday songs, featuring a Bruno Mars cover band, bringing musical magic to the illuminated parade route for an unforgettable experience for all ages.
SUNDAY
December 22
Closing Night
6:30pm Parade begins
Grand Marshals
Corona del Mar High School Drum Line
The CdM Drum Line is one of the premier performing groups at Corona del Mar High School. It serves as a musical ambassador, performing regularly in pep rallies as well as school and community events.
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