Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade
Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade Of Lights is one of the largest holiday events in the country.
With hundreds of companies/groups served during the holiday celebrations in December in Newport Beach Newport Landing knows what makes a holiday event a success. Our goal is to make your holiday event a "wow" experience. Our cruises during the Ring Of Lights & Boat Parade celebrations offer a unique festive experience that will carry on long past the event concludes. Whether a company Christmas party or after party event, Newport Landing offers private cruise rentals that can fit all size groups and budgets. With cruises throughout the month of December, customized times and cruise lengths are an option. Need Catering?
During the 5 night parade, Newport Landing offers either a single private charter package for the entire night of the parade or one of three nightly packages that allows your group to participate in Newport Harbor's Christmas Boat Parade. Post parade cruises during the nights of the parade are also available upon request (please contact us for more details). Private cruises include one of our 7 ships, a captain, and attendants. The attendants are there to cater to your needs whether it is assistance in setting up for your cruise or providing beverages to your guests. Catering options are available from hors d'oeuvres to full banquet settings. See our links for recommended catering options or contact us.
Nov. 29 - Dec. 17 | Dec. 23 - Jan. 1
Holiday cruise departure times are 5:30pm, 7:00pm, 8:30pm
Duration: 75 minutes
| Boat Name | Length | Passengers | Price per trip | Additional hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Legacy | 72 feet | 144 people | $2,050 | $450* |
| Freelance | 80 feet | 93 people | $1,250 | $400* |
| Ocean Explorer | 70 feet | 102 people | $1,400 | $300* |
| Nautilus | 72 feet | 72 people | $1,250 | $300* |
| Western Pride | 75 feet | 88 people | $1,100 | $300* |
| Patriot | 72 feet | 76 people | $1,000 | $250* |
| Thunderbird | 65 feet | 47 people | $1,000 | $200* |
| Aggressor | 65 feet | 47 people | $1,000 | $200* |
| Catallac | 50 feet | 40 people | $1,200 | $425* |
Nov. 29 - Dec. 17 | Dec. 23 - Jan. 1
Holiday cruise departure times are 5:30pm, 7:00pm, 8:30pm
Duration: 75 minutes
| Boat Name | Length | Passengers | Price per trip | Additional hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Legacy | 72 feet | 144 people | $2,600 | $550* |
| Freelance | 80 feet | 93 people | $1,600 | $500* |
| Ocean Explorer | 70 feet | 102 people | $1,750 | $300* |
| Nautilus | 72 feet | 72 people | $2,000 | $300* |
| Western Pride | 75 feet | 88 people | $1,550 | $400* |
| Patriot | 72 feet | 76 people | $1,250 | $250* |
| Thunderbird | 65 feet | 47 people | $1,300 | $200* |
| Aggressor | 65 feet | 47 people | $1,300 | $200* |
| Catallac | 50 feet | 40 people | $1,800 | $525* |
Dec. 18 - Dec. 22
Time slots are:
5:30pm - 6:50pm | 7:05pm - 8:15pm | 8:30pm - 10:00pm
| Boat Name | Length | Passengers | Price per trip | Additional hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Legacy | 72 feet | 144 people | $4,500 | $650* |
| Freelance | 80 feet | 93 people | $1,900 | $550* |
| Ocean Explorer | 70 feet | 102 people | $2,000 | $500* |
| Nautilus | 72 feet | 72 people | $2,000 | $500* |
| Western Pride | 75 feet | 88 people | $1,800 | $500* |
| Patriot | 72 feet | 76 people | $1,600 | $400* |
| Thunderbird | 65 feet | 47 people | $1,500 | $350* |
| Aggressor | 65 feet | 47 people | $1,200 | $300* |
| Catallac | 50 feet | 40 people | $2,160 | $550* |
Time slots are:
5:30pm - 6:50pm | 7:05pm - 8:15pm | 8:30pm - 10:00pm
| Boat Name | Length | Passengers | Price per trip | Additional hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Legacy | 72 feet | 144 people | $5,250 | $700* |
| Freelance | 80 feet | 93 people | $2,100 | $600* |
| Ocean Explorer | 70 feet | 102 people | $2,500 | $550* |
| Nautilus | 72 feet | 72 people | $2,200 | $550* |
| Western Pride | 75 feet | 88 people | $2,000 | $550* |
| Patriot | 72 feet | 76 people | $1,850 | $450* |
| Thunderbird | 65 feet | 47 people | $1,750 | $400* |
| Aggressor | 65 feet | 47 people | $1,450 | $350* |
| Catallac | 50 feet | 40 people | $2,460 | $600* |
Time slots are:
5:30pm - 6:50pm | 7:05pm - 8:15pm | 8:30pm - 10:00pm
| Boat Name | Length | Passengers | Price per trip | Additional hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Legacy | 72 feet | 144 people | $6,750 | $750* |
| Freelance | 80 feet | 93 people | $2,800 | $650* |
| Ocean Explorer | 70 feet | 102 people | $3,000 | $600* |
| Nautilus | 72 feet | 72 people | $2,600 | $600* |
| Western Pride | 75 feet | 88 people | $2,700 | $600* |
| Patriot | 72 feet | 76 people | $2,300 | $500* |
| Thunderbird | 65 feet | 47 people | $1,900 | $450* |
| Aggressor | 65 feet | 47 people | $1,600 | $400* |
| Catallac | 50 feet | 40 people | $2,860 | $650* |
*Additional hours can be added before the 5:30PM departure or after the 8:30PM departure
All charter reservations require a 50% non-refundable deposit when booked!
For more information contact us at (949) 675-0551
| Trip type | Dates | Departure 1 | Departure 2 | Departure 3 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christmas Boat Parade | Dec. 18, 19, & 22 | 5:30pm - 6:50pm | 7:05pm - 8:15pm | 8:30pm - 10:00pm | Adults: $36 Juniors: $32 |
| Christmas Boat Parade | Dec. 20 - Dec. 21 | 5:30pm - 6:50pm | 7:05pm - 8:15pm | 8:30pm - 10:00pm | Adults: $50 Juniors: $46 |
| Holiday Lights Cruises* | Nov. 29 - Dec. 17 | Dec. 23 - Jan. 1 | 5:30pm | 7:00pm | 8:30pm | Adults: $36 Juniors: $32 |
*Holiday cruises are 75-minutes in duration.
Reservations are required for general admission boarding passes. Due to high demand for holiday season cruise and Christmas boat parade tickets, all sales are final and non refundable. Credit card payments are required at time of booking. Tickets will be available to pick up in our office two hours prior to your trips departure on the day of the event.
Request a private boat for the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade OR Holiday Cruises below. Reservations are not valid unless you receive a confirmation from one of our customer service representatives. Reservations may take up to 24 hours to process. Departures and prices are subject to change without notice.
You will not be required to pay upon submitting this form - this is a private boat reservation request.
Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade Of Lights is one of the largest holiday events in the country.
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"It was a wonderful experience for me and my whole family. We couldn't stop smiling. The night was perfect...full of Christmas wonder and feel-good feelings. We can't wait for next year!"
"One of our favorite things to do at Christmastime. Will be there for sure in 2024."
"My wife has been talking about the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade for years. So I surprised her last December with tickets to the parade. She was so ecstatic. It totally made her holiday. She wants to make it an annual tradition...and I can't complain. I loved it, too!"
Where should you park? What type of clothing should you wear that night? What time does the parade start? Learn all that and more
in our Frequently Asked Questions section.
Private Cruises are perfect for holiday gatherings! With cruises throughout the month of December, customized times and cruise lengths are an option.
Find out more!
You can give us a call at (949) 675-0551 during our office hours: Monday through Friday, 8am to 8pm.
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