# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2025 DeLand Christmas Boat Parade
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 13 Dec, 2025 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: A cherished part of the West Volusia holiday season that dates back to the 1920s, brightly lit and beautifully decorated boats of all sizes will cruise the scenic St. Johns River, spreading holiday cheer to revelers along the shoreline.  

Commercial and private vessels will come together just north of Ed Stone Park at 6:00 PM and travel south to Lake Beresford, cruising around the lake and ending at the Lake Beresford Yacht Club with an awards ceremony and party to follow. 

Boaters! Assemble your crew and decorate your boat to participate in the parade for a chance to win cash, prizes and bragging rights! Entry fee is just $25.00. 

The DeLand Christmas Boat Parade is produced by a local volunteer group of boating enthusiasts. Proceeds from the parade will cover the event's costs. Any unused proceeds will be donated to Mighty River Recovery, a local non-profit organization dedicated to ending the continued decline of Florida’s St. Johns River, while working to organize and unify outdoor enthusiasts.

Special thanks to the local businesses who help us continue this beloved holiday tradition:  Holly Bluff Marina, Mainstreet Community Bank, Highland Park Fish Camp, Hontoon Island State Park, Hontoon Landing, Tropical Resort & Marina, TowBoat U.S., Florida's Family Marine, DeLand Boat Center and the Lake Beresford Yacht Club.  

For more information on the DeLand Christmas Boat Parade, please message us on FB or email us at delandboatparade32720@gmail.com.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/deland/2025-deland-christmas-boat-parade/200029223100456
- **Event Categories**: christmas-parades, parades, christmas, holiday, nonprofit, parties, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1543

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Deland
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: St. Johns River
- **lat**: 29.00962757549
- **long**: -81.382504874634
- **full address**: St. Johns River, 2989 W New York Ave, DeLand, FL 32720-8844, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: 2025 DeLand Christmas Boat Parade
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2025 DeLand Christmas Boat Parade being held?
  - **A:** 2025 DeLand Christmas Boat Parade takes place on Sat, 13 Dec, 2025 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 13 Dec, 2025 at 06:00 pm at St. Johns River, 2989 W New York Ave, DeLand, FL 32720-8844, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2025 DeLand Christmas Boat Parade?
  - **A:** 2025 DeLand Christmas Boat Parade is organized by DeLand Christmas Boat Parade.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2025 DeLand Christmas Boat Parade is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Deland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 1,500+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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