With the 29th Annual Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade just around the corner, we’ve found the best waterfront viewing spots to enjoy the parade! Hosted by the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County (MIAPBC) and presented by Intracoastal Yamaha of Jupiter, the parade will include up to 80 boats of all sizes decked out with fun decorations and thousands of holiday lights.
The boat parade kicks off on December 2 at 6 p.m., with a floating Zambelli fireworks display leading the way on the Intracoastal Waterway. Starting in North Palm Beach, the parade navigates north to the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse. These open-to-the-public waterfront viewing sites are the top places to catch the best views of the parade.
North Palm Beach Country Club ─ Catch the first glimpse of this year’s incredible holiday displays as boats take off from North Palm Beach! Grab a drink from North Palm Beach Country Club’s community restaurant, Farmer’s Table, or take a stroll to the edge of the golf course to watch the start of the boat parade.
Charlie & Joe’s at Love Street ─ For the boat parade’s grand finale, enjoy unparalleled views of the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and fireworks galore at Charlie & Joe’s at Love Street! The Heart of Jupiter will be decorated with all things holly and jolly, while the parade makes it way down the inlet. Hungry for more? Grab a bite at one of Love Street’s full-service restaurants: BEACON, Lucky Shuck Oyster Bar & Taphouse, and Topside at the Beacon.
Square Grouper Tiki Bar ─ This hidden gem and local staple nestled at the end of Love Street, offers beautiful water views of the Jupiter Inlet and its famous lighthouse. Enjoy a laid-back beach bar vibe, while watching the beautifully decorated boats make their way down the Intracoastal Waterway.
Harbourside Place – This premier downtown Jupiter destination offers restaurants with perfect vantage points of the Intracoastal Waterway at Tommy Bahama, The Woods Jupiter, and Calaveras Cantina. Enjoy the boat parade with live entertainment at the waterfront amphitheater.
Public Parks ─ These five public parks are all located along the boat parade route and offer amazing views: Juno Park, Bert Winters Park, Waterway Park, Sawfish Bay Park, and Jupiter’s Lighthouse Park.
You can follow the boat parade virtually using the free GPS app KnowWake! KnowWake maps coastal waterways for both Android and iPhone users. Simply download the app, create an account, and track the parade as it makes its way to the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse.
