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Holiday Lights & Sights Boat Parade

See 60+ decked out yachts at annual Fisherman’s Wharf parade
By - posted 12/13/2013 No Comment

Typically, more than 60 boats, each festooned with lights and holiday decorations, will parade along the San Francisco Bay waterfront from 5:30-8 pm on Friday, December 13, 3013.

A holiday tradition since 1994, the parade typically includes members of the St. Francis Yacht Club, Fisherman’s Wharf Fishing Fleet, Golden Gate Yacht Club, PIER 39 Marina, and the Sea Scouts.

2013 Holiday Lights Boat Parade
Friday, December 13, 3013 | 5:30-8 pm
Pier 39 / Fisherman’s Wharf, SF
FREE

Parade Route and Best Viewing Locations:

The parade route will begin just off of Pier 39, proceeding west past Fisherman’s Wharf and Fort Mason and to the St. Francis Yacht Club.

The best viewing of the parade is from Aquatic Park, PIER 39, the Marina Green, and Crissy Field

The Fisherman’s Wharf Fishing Fleet will remain lit throughout the holiday season. The best viewing of this display can be found at the Sport Fishing Harbor along Jefferson Street between Jones and Taylor.