Port Aransas Lighted Boat Parade
Spectators gather to watch holiday-decorated boats parade through the City Marina, followed by a night sky performance featuring over 150 drones. The Cleartones provide live music and holiday entertainment during the festivities. Visitors can also take advantage of photo opportunities with Santa and enjoy seasonal beverages.
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
When
Tickets
FREE.
Hours
6:00 PM.
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
Holiday beverages are available.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- If you want to join the boat parade, complete the entry form provided for parade participants.
- For Santa photos, live holiday music and beverages, head to one of the suggested viewing spots: Port Aransas Fisherman's Wharf or Grumbles.
- Choose a suggested viewing spot if you want access to the listed holiday activities alongside the parade and drone show.
- Expect the boat parade to be followed by the drone show, so allow time to enjoy both parts of the event.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free entry.
- Santa photo opportunities are offered at the event’s viewing locations.
- Sign up to participate in the boat parade.
Links & Contact
Run by Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce & Tourist Bureau
Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens during the event?
Holiday-decorated boats parade through the City Marina, followed by a drone show featuring more than 150 drones.
Where can spectators watch and find the holiday activities?
Port Aransas Fisherman's Wharf and Grumbles are suggested viewing spots, with live holiday music, Santa photo opportunities and holiday beverages.
Who provides the live music?
The Cleartones provide holiday music and entertainment during the drone show.
Can I take part in the boat parade?
Yes. Sign up using the boat parade entry form to participate.
Are holiday beverages available?
Yes. Holiday beverages are available at the suggested viewing locations, Port Aransas Fisherman's Wharf and Grumbles.
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