Dozens of brightly decorated boats will once again bring sparkle to Freeport’s shoreline during the annual Holiday Boat Parade on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025.
The festivities begin at 6:30 p.m. along Woodcleft Avenue with the lighting of a 40-foot Christmas tree at the Esplanade, accompanied by seasonal music, an ice-sculpting demonstration, and hot chocolate and warm pretzels.
From there, the illuminated fleet will parade down the Nautical Mile. Boats of all sizes will be adorned with lights, and Santa will make an appearance
“Each year, the parade gets bigger and bigger, with each boat trying to outdo each other,” said Freeport Mayor Robert Kennedy. “We’ll also be lighting a forty-foot Christmas tree.”
Also include are rides along the Mile, offering more ways to enjoy the day
