Clearwater Yacht Club Annual Holiday Boat Parade & Watch Party

Next date: Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 06:30 PM

The holiday boat parade lights up the water and can be seen from waterfront restaurants, hotels and private homes.

The parade launches just north of the Mandalay channel bridge, following its traditional route heading north, then through the Island Estates community, then to the Memorial Causeway bridge, then back towards the beach, turning around at the City Fuel Dock, and then down to the judging area in front of the Clearwater Yacht Club. Boats will be judged as they pass by the Clearwater Yacht Club. Cash, trophies, and prizes will be awarded for several categories, including a grand prize.

Coachman Park Watch Party

Watch the holiday boats cross the intracoastal at Coachman Park on Dec. 13. The parade route will pass through Cocahman Park around 8 p.m.

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Viewing areas are Coachman Park, waterfront restaurants and hotels and private residences. Coachman Park will have food, beverages, children's activities and more as part of a watch party.

Coachman Park, 300 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 33765, View Map

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