Charleston Holiday Boat Parade 

Charleston Holiday Boat Parade

Join a Lowcountry holiday tradition, the Charleston holiday boat parade, as this display of lighted and festive boats proceeds from the Cooper River, through the Charleston Harbor and into the Ashley River. This family-friendly event will become a holiday tradition for everyone.

View the procession along Charleston’s waterfront, or decorate your own boat and join the parade. The festivities begin along the shores of Mount Pleasant at 5:00 p.m., and viewing from the downtown peninsula starts around 7:30 p.m.

The event is free and is produced by the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs.


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Charleston Holiday Boat Parade
Charleston Holiday Boat Parade
Charleston Holiday Boat Parade
Charleston Holiday Boat Parade

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Charleston Holiday Boat Parade
Charleston Holiday Boat Parade
Charleston Holiday Boat Parade
Charleston Holiday Boat Parade

Charleston Holiday Boat Parade Location and Map

Charleston Holiday Boat Parade
Charleston Harbor
Charleston SC 29401
Charleston Holiday Boat Parade Website

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Charleston Holiday Boat Parade Date and Time

Date: Dec. 9, 2023
Time: 6 pm
Admission: Free

Best Places to view the parade: Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina, Mt. Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park Pier, SC Aquarium area, Liberty Square, Charleston Maritime Center, Riley Waterfront Park, and The Battery area as far as Tradd St.

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