2026 Mission Bay Parade of Lights 

Boat Parade Registration

The Mission Bay Parade of Lights is back and bigger than ever! This festive family fun boat parade on beautiful Mission Bay will set sail on Saturday, December 12th at 5:30pm.

Kick off this holiday tradition with SeaWorld’s spectacular fireworks, then cruise around Mission Bay to the sounds of spectator cheers and classic holiday melodies. The first 50 boats to pre-register will get $25 gas cards and limited-edition Parade of Lights beanies. All boats are strongly encouraged to register. To be eligible for participation gifts, you must register your boat!

Have a boat? Register your boat here

Parade Route

Captains Meeting

Mark your calendar for the Parade of Lights Captains Meeting on Thursday, December 10th at 6:00pm at MBYC, when parade logistics will be reviewed and holiday cheer will begin!

A nighttime river scene with colorful fireworks exploding above and reflections shimmering on the water beside lit boats. A sailboat with its mast raised is anchored on calm water near a shoreline at dusk, with lights glowing in the background. A decorated cruise ship lights up at sunset, with another illuminated boat in a line on the water. Boat with colorful holiday lights reflecting on the water A sailboat deck covered in colorful Hanukkah inflatables—menorah and snowman—decorated among the rigging and sails.

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