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SUMMARY:40th Annual Boat Parade of Lights
DESCRIPTION:The holiday season has officially set sail in Panama City\, Florida and Destination Panama City is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated Boat Parade of Lights! Once again\, we’re teaming up with the City of Panama City to illuminate the waters of St. Andrews Bay during this cherished community tradition. The boat parade will feature a dazzling display of Christmas lights and decorations\, transforming St. Andrews Bay into a magical winter wonderland. \n\n\n\n\nFind Lodging\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe 40th Annual Boat Parade of Lights on Saturday\, December 12\, 2026. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHoliday Village at the Panama City Marina Details: \n\n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, December 12\, 2026\n\n\n\nTime: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM\n\n\n\nWhat to expect: Holiday-themed vendors\, festive music\, and a special visit from Santa will have everyone filled with Yuletide cheer!\n\n\n\n\nDrone Show Details: \n\n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, December 12\, 2026\n\n\n\nTime: 5 PM\n\n\n\nLocation: Downtown Panama City Marina\n\n\n\n\nParade Details: \n\n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, December 12\, 2026\n\n\n\nTime: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM\n\n\n\nRoute: Beginning at St. Andrews Bay Yacht Club\, the parade will travel westward along the shoreline of beautiful St. Andrews Bay\, floating past Historic Downtown Panama City\, the Panama City Marina\, West Beach Drive\, the St. Andrews Marina\, Historic St. Andrews\, Sun Harbor Marina\, and ending at the Hathaway Bridge.\n\n\n\n\nBe part of the maritime merriment! Whether you’re a captain eager to showcase your creativity or an enthusiastic onlooker\, there’s a place for you at this unforgettable event. Spectators can watch the boats light up the bay from the shorelines\, the Panama City Marina\, the St. Andrews Marina\, or elevate their viewing experience at some of Panama City’s waterfront bars and restaurants. Captains will have a chance to win a prize for the best-decorated boat\, voted on by the public. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our participating Sponsors!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEnjoy some Yuletide Cheer during the Parade with our Partners:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nComing Soon \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you interested in participating in the parade as a boat captain\, vendor\, or sponsor? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCaptain Application\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVendor Application\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsorship Application\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\n\n\n\nChairs and/or Blankets – Event seating is not provided.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat NOT to Bring: \n\n\n\n\nTents\n\n\n\nIllegal substances\, glass\, weapons\, knives\, or firearms\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPublic Parking Lots: \n\n\n\n\nPlentiful Street Parking\n\n\n\n8 Harrison Ave (Old Marina Civic Center)\n\n\n\n9 Harrison Ave (South of W. Government St)\n\n\n\n36 Oak Ave (South of McKenzie Park)\n\n\n\n413 Harrison Ave (behind Martin Theater)\n\n\n\n2-98 E 6th St (between Harrison Ave and Luverne Ave\, South of 6th St)\n\n\n\nHandicap Parking is available on a first come first served basis.
URL:https://destinationpanamacity.com/annual-event/boat-parade-of-lights/
LOCATION:Panama City Marina\, 1 Harrison Ave\, Panama City\, Florida\, 32401\, United States
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