The Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade returned for its 117th year, lighting up Newport Harbor with hundreds of decorated yachts, sailboats and kayaks.
The event, running from December 17 to 21, 2025, draws thousands of spectators who line the harbor to watch the holiday procession glide through the water. It is one of California’s longest-running Christmas traditions.
117th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, California. Jon Putman for NY Post
Fire seen coming from the Wizard of Oz decorated boat. Jon Putman for NY Post
117th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, California. Jon Putman for NY Post
117th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, California. Jon Putman for NY Post
117th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, California. Jon Putman for NY Post
117th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, California. Jon Putman for NY Post
117th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, California. MediaNews Group via Getty Images
117th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, California. Jon Putman for NY Post
117th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, California. Jon Putman for NY Post
117th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, California. Jon Putman for NY Post
117th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, California. Jon Putman for NY Post
117th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, California. Jon Putman for NY Post
117th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, California. Jon Putman for NY Post
