James River Parade of Lights
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Each year, boaters decorate their vessels and converge on the James River for a boat parade marking the festive holiday season. Spectators, many of whom have made attending the parade a cherished holiday tradition, line the shorelines at several viewing sites along the parade route, which runs from Richmond to Henricus Historical Park in Chesterfield County.
See the 2008 Parade of Lights Video!
See the 2008 James River Parade of Lights Fact Sheet
Print the Parade of Lights Boater Flyer
Boater Registration Information
If you are interested in participating in the parade, please register your boat by Friday, December 5th. Register online or call 717-6681 to leave your name, address, home and cell phone numbers, boat name, boat length, make of boat and decorations theme. We encourage participants to include detailed information for judging and announcement on the evening of the parade.
Slips are available at no charge for overnight, space is limited so reserve early!
Captains Meeting will be scheduled Sunday, December 7, 2008, 2 p.m. at Richmond Yacht Basin. Important details and information will be discussed at this meeting. You are encouraged to attend the meeting.
After-celebration activities will be held immediately following the parade at Richmond Yacht Club. Awards will be presented and winners will be recognized at the celebration. Awards are given in several categories based on the judges’ results. In addition, raffles prizes will be awarded to boater participants. All boaters along with their guests participating in the parade are welcome to attend the after-parade celebration at no cost.
