Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade
Toddler-friendly seasonal event in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Starts at Stranahan House on the New River, Fort Lauderdale, FL0 mo–14 yrs
45–150 min
evening
Seasonal: Dec 12Coming up · Dec 12 — 2026: Sat Dec 12. Non-motorized pre-show 5:30 PM; the parade starts downtown at 6 PM and runs to about 8:30 PM, reaching northern spots later. Expires after Dec 12, 2026.
The 55th annual Winterfest Boat Parade: private boats, showboats and megayachts covered in lights and music. It starts at Stranahan House on the New River, heads east to the Intracoastal, then runs 12 miles north to Lake Santa Barbara in Pompano Beach. A pre-show of non-motorized vessels starts at 5:30 PM.
Why kids love it
The parade takes about 2½ hours to pass any one spot, and start times stagger as it moves north, so you can catch the first boats and still leave early.
Fort Lauderdale · Coastal Broward
🎒 Packing list
- • Sunscreen
- • Water bottles
- • Snacks
- • Wipes
- • Cash for vendors
- • Folding chairs
- • Bug spray
Safety notes
- ! Crowds: use a wearable ID or write your number on toddler's arm
- ! Hydrate more than you think you need
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Quick facts
- Address
- Starts at Stranahan House on the New River, Fort Lauderdale, FL
- Cost
- The organizer lists it as a free event. Seats in the official Parade Viewing Area are ticketed (prices on winterfestparade.com)
- Ages
- 0–14 yr
- Time needed
- 45–150 minutes
- Best time
- evening
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Shade
- Little or none
- Season
- Dec 12. 2026: Sat Dec 12. Non-motorized pre-show 5:30 PM; the parade starts downtown at 6 PM and runs to about 8:30 PM, reaching northern spots later. Expires after Dec 12, 2026.
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Questions about Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade
Is Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade good for toddlers?
Yes. We recommend Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade for ages 0–14 yr. The parade takes about 2½ hours to pass any one spot, and start times stagger as it moves north, so you can catch the first boats and still leave early.
How much does Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade cost?
Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade is free. Prices and policies change, so confirm before you go.
How long should we plan for Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade?
Most families spend 45 to 150 minutes. It is at its best in the evening.
Does Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade have shade, restrooms and stroller access?
Plan for little or no shade. We have no record of restrooms or stroller access here, so check before you go.
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