King Harbor Holiday Boat Parade
Spectators can watch festively decorated boats parade through the harbor with dazzling light displays. The event brings community spirit to the water to celebrate the holiday season.
Sat, Dec 12, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Neighborhood
King Harbor
Location
Tips & Advice
- Head to Moonstone Park or Mole D along the Splash Wall to watch, since these are the best viewing spots for the parade.
- Don't plan to watch from King Harbor Yacht Club, because the club is not open to the public for the parade.
- Come earlier in the afternoon to catch the Paddle Craft Parade, which goes out on the water before the lighted Holiday Boat Parade.
- Put on an ugly sweater and join the Ugly Sweater Paddle Parade if you'd rather be out on the water than watching from shore.
- Register your boat, or sign up to decorate someone else's, if you want to help light up the harbor yourself this year.
Special Events & Promotions
- This year's theme is "Celebrating 250 Years – USA Salute!"
- Paddle Craft Parade on the water ahead of the Holiday Boat Parade.
- Ugly Sweater Paddle Parade for paddlers who want to join in.
- Concert on the Pier on parade day.
- Community Viewing Party and Redondo Pier activities on parade day.
Links & Contact
Run by King Harbor Yacht Club
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the best spots to watch?
Moonstone Park and Mole D along the Splash Wall are the best viewing spots.
Can I watch from King Harbor Yacht Club?
No. The yacht club is not open to the public for the parade.
How can I put my boat in the parade?
Register your boat through the parade's website. You can also sign up to decorate someone else's boat.
Can paddlers take part?
Yes. A Paddle Craft Parade goes out ahead of the Holiday Boat Parade, and there's also an Ugly Sweater Paddle Parade.
What's this year's theme?
This year's parade is "Celebrating 250 Years – USA Salute!"
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