San Diego Bay Parade of Lights

December 8 & 15, 2024, 5-8:30 p.m. 

Peace on Earth is the 2024 theme

Cost: Free to watch
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The 54th Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights Route: Beginning at 5 p.m. each night, the parade starts at Shelter Island and proceeds to Harbor Island, the Embarcadero, Seaport Village, the Pier at Cesar Chavez Park, and ends at the Ferry Landing in Coronado. The parade takes about an hour to pass any given point and there are many comfortable waterfront viewpoints along the route. Viewers can watch the parade from near the announcer areas at the Maritime Museum on the Embarcadero and at Coronado Landing. As each boat passes these viewing points, the announcers offer a brief history and description of the participating vessels.

• More than 80 decorated boats signed up for the annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights last year.
• More than 100,000 people watch.
• Held annually in San Diego Harbor since 1971.
• Two hours to pass most spots.
• Multiple viewing areas along the route.
• Sponsored by Port of San Diego

Spectacularly lighted boats in the San Diego Harbor Parade of Lights is an annual tradition including a procession which takes around two hours. The best spots to get a good view are Shelter Island (at the start of the route), Harbor Island, The Embarcadero, Seaport Village and the Ferry Landing on Coronado. The Port of San Diego presents the Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights.

Mission Bay Christmas Boat Parade of Lights

December 10, 2022, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Mission Bay
500 Sea World Dr.
San Diego, CA 92109 
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Best viewing is from Crown Point, the east side of Vacation Island or the west side of Fiesta Island. 1215 El Carmel Place San Diego, CA 92109  Contact Info Mission Bay Yacht Club, (858) 488-0501  Info is also on eventbrite 

100 brightly illuminated powerboats and sailboats parade along Mission Bay. The Mission Bay Parade of Lights is back and bigger than ever! This festive family fun boat parade on beautiful Mission Bay includes views of SeaWorld's spectacular fireworks. Cast your vote for the People's Choice best decorated boat. From the spectator viewing areas, you will have the best views of the decorated boats while you enjoy holiday Mission Bay hospitality, including food & beverage service, holiday music, bonfire seating, entertainment for kids, giveaways, and even a visit from Santa!

Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.