Lighted Boat Parade

The Lighted Boat Parade will be held on Saturday December 5th, 2026, starting at 6:00 p.m. on the Morro Bay Embarcadero. Be dazzled as our fishing, leisure and yachting community takes to the water in decorated boats with bright lights and holiday cheer. Viewing areas are all along the Embarcadero from Tidelands Park at 339 Embarcadero to the Rock. Many restaurants have window seating. Parking and walking to the Embarcadero is encouraged to avoid parking challenges along the waterfront. To view from your car, arrive early, and try Tidelands Park, designated parking along the road to the Rock and Franklin Riley Park at 442 Morro Ave.

*If weather or wind cancels and makes the Parade unsafe on Dec. 5th, There will be no rescheduling of the parade. The Rotary Santa House located near the Giant Chessboard opens at 5:00 p.m. before the parade. Hot chocolate, coffee and cookies with be available the night of the Parade. Morro Bay White Caps Band will play Holiday music at the South T-Pier starting at 5:30 p.m. Get applications for the parade HERE.