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The District's Holiday Boat Parade

  • The Wharf 760 Maine Avenue Southwest Washington, DC, 20024 United States (map)

Join us on December 3, 2022 for the 30th Anniversary of the District's Holiday Boat Parade presented by Washington Gas. Celebrate the holidays with this iconic DC event that features over sixty beautifully decorated boats parading along the Washington Channel.

Get into the spirit with ornament decorating and face painting by Recreation Pier. Roast s'mores at the Camp Wharf fire pit and visit our lighted 45ft Christmas Tree. Skate at The Wharf Ice Rink on Transit Pier and sample winter drinks at our Pacifico Waterfront Beer, Wine, and Whiskey Garden. And bring your camera for pictures with Santa!

PARADE SCHEDULE:
6:00–9:00pm — Activities throughout The Wharf (Waterfront Beer and Wine Garden, s’mores, and live music by the Royals)
7:00pm — Boats arrive in the Washington Channel
8:00pm — Fireworks Salute
8:15pm–9:00pm — Live music by the Royals on the District Pier Stage