Holiday Lights Spectacular! 75-Min Cruise Through One of America's Largest Boat Parades (Up to 35% off)

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It was amazing ! This was our second year going and we will be back soon !

Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade & Ring of Lights 2025 with Newport Landing is the event of the season! Immerse yourself in the holiday magic with one of the largest and most spectacular decorated boat parades in the country, showcasing millions of festive lights!

Highlights

  • Enjoy one of the largest decorated boat parades in the nation, featuring hundreds of beautifully lit vessels! Valid Dec 17 & 18; not valid Dec 19-21 for the 5 PM - 9:30 PM cruises.

  • Hundreds of bayfront estates compete in the Ring Of Light’s competition with millions of lights and amazing displays. Valid Nov 29-Dec 31 excluding Dec 19-21 5 PM-9:30 PM cruise times.

  • Approximately 75 minutes of cruising time to soak up the holiday magic and sights!

  • Create unforgettable holiday memories with family and friends at an annual tradition enjoyed by over 1.5 million people each season

What To Expect

What will you be doing this Christmas? The holiday season is a time to spend with family, eat big & delicious meals, exchange gifts, and go to holiday office parties. Of course, to really get in the spirit of holiday cheer, you won't want to miss out on festive holiday lights and decorations either. If you're taking to the internet and searching for an Xmas parade near you, the answer is The Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade Of Lights 2025.
This annual tradition in Newport Harbor features elaborate Christmas light displays of bayfront estates for the Ring Of Lights competition. And it includes one of the largest decorated boat parades in the country! Hundreds of decorated ships of all sizes compete for top awards in over a half dozen categories. The Newport Beach Boat Parade is viewed by over 1.5 million people each season and is one of the largest boat parades you will likely ever see. Millions of holiday lights are a part of the Newport Beach Boat Parade and Ring Of Lights decorations making Newport Bay a "must see" for the holiday season.

Plan Your Visit

Operating Hours
Holiday Lights Cruises Available: Nov 29 - Jan 1
Christmas Boat Parade Available: Valid Dec 17 & 18; not valid Dec 19-21 for the 5 PM - 9:30 PM cruises
'Ring of Lights' competition valid Nov 29- Dec 16 and Dec 22-31.
Tours are subject to availability - please book and secure your slot after purchase!
Cruise times before 5 p.m. or after 9:30 p.m. on December 17 - 21 are Holiday Lights Cruises, not boat parade cruises.
  • DurationThe cruise lasts approximately 75 minutes
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    FAQs

    What is the Newport Beach Holiday Lights Cruise?

    It's an annual holiday tradition in Newport Harbor, featuring hundreds of decorated boats of all sizes and elaborately lit bayfront estates competing in the "Ring Of Lights" competition. It's one of the largest decorated boat parades in the country.

    What should I wear during the Holiday Lights Cruise?

    The weather can be chilly (often low 60s°F), so a light–medium jacket usually works; if a cold front or drizzle is forecast, go full winter, and consider umbrellas, boots and gloves - check the Newport Beach forecast specifically! It’s a festive but casual event: wear your favorite holiday gear and even consider bells as a fun way to cheer the boats!

    What can I expect to see during the Holiday Lights Cruise?

    You can expect to see millions of holiday lights illuminating Newport Bay, hundreds of decorated ships, and spectacular bayfront estates adorned with Christmas decorations as part of the "Ring Of Lights" competition.

    Is the Holiday Lights Cruise suitable for all ages?

    Yes, the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade is a family-friendly event, perfect for creating lasting holiday memories with loved ones of all ages.

    Need To Know Info

    Promotional value expires Dec 31, 2025. Amount paid never expires.
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    • Customers may upgrade to longer cruise for an additional fee when booking.
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    1 rating|1 review
    It was amazing ! This was our second year going and we will be back soon !
    Janet
    3 ratings|3 reviews
    We saw whales breaching and lots of dolphins
    Brianna
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    Shutterbug
    15 ratings|7 reviews
    This was definitely an experience that I recommend for everyone, even though my family and I didn’t get to see any whales, we did see a lot of dolphins. These dolphins swam next to our boat for a while allowing us to see them closely. This is something we would do again and hopefully we can see more sea life next time.
    Sandeep
    1 rating|1 review
    Fabulous crew. We were lucky enough to witness a Dolphin pod. It was an amazing feeling. They took us deep into waters in the search of at least single sighting. When we actually got there, they circled around the pod to give us maximum viewing time. Clean vessel and toilets. It was a great experience all in all.
    Jenny
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    11 ratings|11 reviews
    Good experience
    Abigail
    3 ratings|3 reviews
    Loved our experience! I would recommend it.

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