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Yorktown Lighted Boat Parade Decorated motorboats, sailboats & workboats display their holiday spirit on the York River in competition for the coveted "Best of Show" pennant.

Doug and Pam Truston, owners of Wormley Creek Marina, founded the inaugural Yorktown Lighted Boat Parade in 1997. The Trustons’ enthusiasm inspired others to volunteer their talents and a committee was formed to organize the parades. Their vision created a truly unique evening for our community… bringing art, music, and boating to what has become Yorktown Celebrates Christmas weekend. Boaters come

forward with creativity on their vessels and brave whatever the weather to bring Christmas spirit to the waterfront each year. The beach bonfire site is “Norman Rockwell-ish” with caroling, hot cider, and children squealing if they see a lighted Santa, Frosty or Rudolph as the dazzling boats pass by with beautiful reflections twinkling on the river.

Congratulations to the Top 3 as picked by the Judges!In 3rd Plains Response Boat - Boat number 8In 2nd EBS Tide- Boat n...
03/12/2023

Congratulations to the Top 3 as picked by the Judges!
In 3rd Plains Response Boat - Boat number 8
In 2nd EBS Tide- Boat number 12
Best in Show- Veteran- Boat number 19

03/12/2023

Winners this evening

3rd place
Captain Rudy Coffey
Plains Response Boat

2nd Place
Captain Ben Huggin
EBS Tide

BEST IN SHOW
Captain Rodney Miller
Veteran

Thanks to all the participants, sponsors and all the people that helped make this night possible!

03/12/2023

What a great show! Thank you to everyone who came out, sponsored, and also those who lit up their boats so spectacularly! Counting the scores now will post as soon as possible.

02/12/2023

The boats are all lined up and are coming up the river!

The Parade is a GO!! Hearing from the boaters that they are out putting the finishing touches on their boats. Yorktown...
02/12/2023

The Parade is a GO!! Hearing from the boaters that they are out putting the finishing touches on their boats. Yorktown was busy this morning with the Market on Mainstreet and the Spirit of the Holidays. Trollies start running at 5 and they are the best way to get on and off the beach area. Keep this map handy if your first choice of parking is full. Can't wait to see you there!!

We are so excited after last night's Captain's Meeting. So many boats with some awesome themes. A lot of the crews and...
01/12/2023

We are so excited after last night's Captain's Meeting. So many boats with some awesome themes. A lot of the crews and boats are new to the Parade and we are so excited to have them come out! See you there!

Hoping everyone had a happy and safe Thanksgiving! We wanted share with you who we are especially Thankful for.
24/11/2023

Hoping everyone had a happy and safe Thanksgiving! We wanted share with you who we are especially Thankful for.

Just wanted to post a huge Thank You to Seaford Yacht Club. From being a sponsor of the Lighted Boat Parade, hosting th...
11/11/2023

Just wanted to post a huge Thank You to Seaford Yacht Club. From being a sponsor of the Lighted Boat Parade, hosting the Captain's Meeting, to multiple members being in the Parade they are truly home of the friendliest people on the Chesapeake Bay.

As the air is getting cooler we are excitedly organizing the 27th annual Parade. Save the date!! December 2nd from 6pm ...
15/10/2023

As the air is getting cooler we are excitedly organizing the 27th annual Parade. Save the date!! December 2nd from 6pm to 8pm. Join us at Yorktown Beach! Light up your boat and join! Always an evening of memories!

04/12/2022

Once again. Thank you everyone for a wonderful night! Please feel free to post any memories in the comments. We would love to see them!

BEST IN SHOW!Jason Thompson and Rudy CoffeyPlains Response Boat
04/12/2022

BEST IN SHOW!
Jason Thompson and Rudy Coffey
Plains Response Boat

Second PlaceMike Webb and CrewGreenwing
04/12/2022

Second Place
Mike Webb and Crew
Greenwing

3rd PlaceCapt. DiggsDaddy's girl.
04/12/2022

3rd Place
Capt. Diggs
Daddy's girl.

04/12/2022

Thank you everyone who participated in, Sponsored, and most espeacially cheered the boats. And here are the results...

What every boater in the parade wants to see. Smooth waters.
03/12/2022

What every boater in the parade wants to see. Smooth waters.

IT'S A GO!!!!With the light rain starting to move out and the mild temperatures it's going to be a great night to come w...
03/12/2022

IT'S A GO!!!!
With the light rain starting to move out and the mild temperatures it's going to be a great night to come watch the parade.
Bonfire and hot cider starts at 6.
Trolleys from the parking lots start at 5.

03/12/2022

🌧️Rain🌧️should clear out by 4 this afternoon. And 🌬️winds🌬️aren’t expected to pick up til after 11pm tonight. So the 26th annual Yorktown Lighted Boat Parade is still on! Events start at 6pm and parade will pass by the Yorktown waterfront around 7pm. See you all tonight!

Want to give a big shout out to all of our sponsors and supporters for this year's 26th Annual Yorktown Lighted Boat Par...
02/12/2022

Want to give a big shout out to all of our sponsors and supporters for this year's 26th Annual Yorktown Lighted Boat Parade

Gold Sponsors
North Point Yacht Sales
Bayhaven Bar and Grille
Trevor Jones - State Farm Agent
Blended Compass Marine Services
Brick-X, LLC
Hayes Custom Sails & Canvas
Wawa
Williams Public Safety Solutions

Silver Sponsors
DWM Services
HobbyTown
Plains All American Pipeline L.P.
Legasea Marine

Bronze Sponsors
Seaford Yacht Club
Auntie M's American Cottage
Yes We Can
Hampton Roads Crane & Rigging
Bluewater Yacht Sales

Also these awesome supporters
Bubba's Shrimp Shack Yorktown-Grafton
York River Yacht Haven
Amoco
Yorktown Beach Hotel
Yorktown Pub
Dermatology Center of Williamsburg
Harbin Builder
Nick's Spaghetti & Steak House
Creekside Cafe & Market

We appreciate each and everyone one of these amazing sponsors!

Look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow night (December 3rd)

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