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will return as Grand Marshals of the boat parade, with a special
guest appearance by Santa Claus.
“After 30 years, the Holiday Boat Parade still captivates,
bringing together old friends and new,” said MIAPBC
Executive Director Alyssa Freeman. “Traditions only shine
brighter with time, creating countless memories and smiles
by giving back to the community.”
MIAPBC will collect toys by land and by sea for Toys for
Tots and Little Smiles. During the first week of November,
donation boxes will be placed throughout the county for toy
drop-offs. A “toy fleet” of boats traveling along the parade
route will offer easy dockside pickups for your donations. Blue Heron – Lighthouse – photography
Simply wave a flashlight when you see a boat with toy drive by Susan Speaks McGirt Marines – Tom Serio Photography
signage, and uniformed Marines and volunteers will pull
right up to your dock to collect your donations. Last year, through television, radio, print, digital, social media, and Meeting on December 3 at The Twisted Tuna in Jupiter,
MIAPBC collected more than 15,000 toys. public relations. A sponsorship guarantees access to the Fla. Entry is free with a $50 refundable deposit. For more
“We’re thrilled to sponsor this year’s Holiday Boat Parade MIAPBC’s exclusive VIP Viewing Party, with premium information, visit palmbeachboatparade.com or call (561)
and help bring the magic of the season to life on the water,” views of the boat parade, along with entertainment, food, 863-0012.
said Michael Lessing, CEO of Lessing’s Hospitality Group. and drinks. This year, the parade’s top sponsors include Follow the boat parade virtually using the free GPS app
“It’s an honor to be part of a cherished tradition that brings Lessing’s Hospitality Group, Amazon, 1000 NORTH, The KnowWake! KnowWake maps coastal waterways for both
joy to so many!” Clubhouse, The Twisted Tuna, Town of Jupiter, Safe Harbor Android and iPhone users. Simply download the app, create
This year, the boat parade and Charlie & Joe’s at Love North Palm Beach Marina, Harbourside Place, Florida Blue, an account, and track the parade as it makes its way to the
Street will be featured in an upcoming holiday movie, Freedom Boat Club, and All My Sons Moving and Storage. Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse.
Christmas Overtime, which will be released digitally in Register your boat today to join this festive tradition! Light up the holidays this year with MIAPBC!
December and land on the streaming service NBC Peacock A panel of judges will assess each entry based on lights, For more information about the Marine Industries
in the early spring. enthusiasm, and themed décor! Participating vessels are Association of Palm Beach County, please visit
The MIAPBC invites local businesses to join us as eligible to receive up to $10,000 in cash and prizes. marinepbc.org.
sponsors of the parade, with packages starting at $500. All vessels must be registered by Tuesday, December 3. Photos courtesy of Tom Serio Photography
Package benefits vary and include business exposure Boat registrants are also required to attend the 6 p.m. Captains’ and Susan Speaks McGirt Photography

First Place Boat #3 Busted Barnacles (Barnacle First Place Boat #30 Nailed it – Tom First Place Boat #40 Time Out – Tom Serio Boat #19 Nauti Kitty – photography by Susan
Busters) – Tom Serio Photography Serio Photography Photography Speaks McGirt

First Place Boat #41 Suits Us Too – Tom Serio Photography

U.S. Marines – Tom Serio Photography

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