Date/Time
Date(s) - 12/17/2025 - 12/21/2025
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Proudly Hosted by the Commodores Club of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce

As the 117th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade moves its way through the Newport Harbor this December, the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade Committee, with the leadership of The Commodores Club of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce, will continue with its parade route starting and ending point at Tip of Lido Isle. The parade will begin at approximately 6:30 p.m. each night from December 17 – 21, 2025.

Parade participants will start from the east end of Lido Island following the celebrated route, with the first public viewing destination at the 10.5-acre Marina Park. The community park offers 177 parking spaces, nautical-themed playground, picnic area and sailing center, and is also the largest public viewing area along the parade route, creating an optimal location to gather and enjoy the festivities.

Residents and visitors will have optimal viewing of the beautifully decorated yachts, boats, kayaks and canoes sail in the parade from the Dine & Watch waterfront and Dine & Walk dining options within walking distance of the many public viewing spots.

Please reference the site map with times the parade passes various destination points.

DRONE SHOW:

See the drone show from Balboa Bay Resort & Club or Peninsula Park:

Wednesday, December 17: Balboa Bay Club – 6:00 pm and 8:15 pm  |  Peninsula Park – 6:45 pm and 8:00 pm

Thursday, December 18 – Sunday, December 21: Balboa Bay Club – 6:15 pm and 8:15 pm |  Peninsula Park – 6:45 pm and 8:00 pm

View Parade Route Map