Marco Island’s Christmas Island Style Boat Parade is set for Saturday, December 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Decorated boats run the Marco River through Smokehouse Bay and Collier Bay, closing out a month of island holiday events. The Esplanade on Smokehouse Bay and the Snook Inn are the usual shore spots. A private charter just off the route is the better view.
Parade entry closes December 17. A captains’ meeting is held the Thursday before, and wave runners and jet skis are not allowed in the parade for safety. The exact lineup and viewing notes can still change, so check the latest updates before you go: Christmas Island Style Boat Parade.
Make the night yours on the water. Book a private luxury charter with SeaEO and watch the parade from the Marco River. Reserve your date at sea-eo.com or call (757) 775-1458.