We love December for a lot of reasons, but one of our favorites is watching the Intracoastal come to life during the Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade.
On Saturday December 6th at 6 pm, it starts in North Palm Beach with an epic firework show before the boats make their way north. (click here for more information) The bridges are raised to let the parade through, giving everyone on land and on the water a chance to take in the creative and festive boat decorations, they never disappoint. Bridge timing always depends on tides and wind, but the usual estimates are: Parker Bridge at 6:00, PGA at 6:15, Donald Ross at 7:00, Indiantown at 7:30, and Jupiter Federal around 7:45.
When the boats reach the Jupiter Inlet in front of the Lighthouse, they’re welcomed with another amazing firework show. If you want to take in the parade like we do, there are plenty of great viewing spots. Our favorite is on the water, but anywhere in the Inlet Village is a great option as well as, Burt Reynolds Park, Sawfish Bay, and Lighthouse Park are perfect to see all the festivities.
The parade also fuels a huge toy drive for Toys for Tots and Little Smiles. Donation boats move along the route. If you would like to help and donate, just wave a flashlight from your dock or boat and they’ll pull right up to collect your toys.
Boat registration is open now, with up to $10,000 in prizes for the best-decorated vessels.
Mark your calendar, Saturday December 6th at 6 pm. This is a Jupiter tradition you don’t want to miss. For more information here are the details.
