# Clearwater Yacht Club Lighted Holiday Boat Parade

> Event for families in the Tampa–St. Petersburg–Clearwater area (FL). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Dec 12 · 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
- Where: Clearwater Harbor & Coachman Park Promenade, 830 Bayway Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767
- Ages: All ages; wide paved causeway trail and park viewing areas; stroller accessible
- Price: Free public waterfront viewing
- Organizer: Clearwater Yacht Club
- Official page: https://www.clwyc.org/
- Last checked: Wed, Nov 4

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## About

One of Pinellas County's longest-running maritime holiday spectacles, the Clearwater Yacht Club Lighted Boat Parade features dozens of illuminated yachts, catamarans, and sailboats gliding through Clearwater Harbor and Mandalay Channel.

Spectators gather with lawn chairs and blankets along the Clearwater Memorial Causeway pedestrian trail, Coachman Park, and the Clearwater Beach marina. The gentle sea breezes and dazzling lights create an unforgettable Florida holiday evening for families.

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