37th Annual Fort Myers Beach Christmas Boat Parade


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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
North Matanzas Pass
Matanzas Pass Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

The Winners Are In!

Here are the winners of the 37th Annual Fort Myers Beach Christmas Boat Parade!

Power Small
Winner: #33 The Jolly Jelly and 8 Mates
Runner Up: #38 The Maverick

Power Medium
Winner: #23 Fin
Runner Up: #34 No Name Yet

Power Large
Winner: #7 Next Evolution
Runner Up: #8 The Doghouse

Sponsored Small
Winner: #62 Beach Balls
Runner Up: #11 Miss Millie

Sponsored Medium
Winner: #13 Don’t Stop Belivin
Runner Up: #18 Darcie Rae

Sponsored Large
Winner: #12 RV Bellows
Runner Up: #25 Shark Teeth and Shells

People’s Choice
Winner: #62 Beach Balls

People’s Choice Runner Up
Winner: #38 The Maverick

People’s Choice 2nd Runner Up
Winner: #15 Chickee Tiki

Christmas Boat Parade

The boats will assemble in front of the docks at Salty Sam’s Marina at 5:30 PM, with the parade set to depart promptly at 6:00 PM. The boats will travel northwest under the Matanzas Pass Bridge, passing the Coast Guard station, and continue through Estero Pass. The parade will then turn and head toward the Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina. After passing the Pink Shell, the boats will turn south and travel along Estero Island before crossing the Matanzas Harbor.

If time and weather permit, the boats will make a second loop around the back bay area, passing under the Matanzas Pass Bridge for a second loop as they continue their festive journey.

The parade can be viewed from many locations along the bayfront including one of the many wonderful restaurants lining the back bay area.  These spots offer a great view of the boats as they pass by, so make a reservation early and enjoy the show! In addition, many boat tour companies will be taking passengers to view the parade from the water.

The parade will also be broadcast live by Fort Myers Beach Good Neighbor on their Youtube Channel and Facebook Page.

People's Choice voting will open shortly before the parade begins. Click here to vote or scan the QR code below.

 

 

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