65th Annual Christmas Boat Lane Parade on Clear Lake

About this adventure

A cherished Gulf Coast holiday maritime tradition for more than six decades, the 65th Annual Christmas Boat Lane Parade draws over 100,000 spectators along the shores of Clear Lake and Galveston Bay. Starting with a dazzling fireworks display over Nassau Bay Lagoon and South Shore Harbour Marina, more than 60 festively decorated powerboats, vintage sailboats, and luxury yachts glide along the Clear Lake Channel. Vessels compete fiercely in categories ranging from Best In Show to Most Creative, featuring animated dancing snowmen, towering illuminated Christmas trees mounted on ship masts, synchronized LED light shows, and nautical Santas greeting the crowds through shipboard loudspeakers. Spectators can set up lawn chairs for free along public waterfront parks in Nassau Bay, League City, and the Kemah Boardwalk.