Annual Light Up the Night Christmas Boat Parade

Beaufort’s Holiday Weekend Celebration continues on Saturday, December 7th with 2 events. The Gullah Taste of Christmas and the annual Christmas Boat Parade.

The Gullah Taste of Christmas kicks off at 11 a.m. at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. The event includes a rice cook-off, and is a beautiful celebration of Gullah traditions that will have you singing and dancing with joy.

Then, the super-popular Lighted Boat Parade begins at 5:30 p.m. in the Beaufort River along the downtown waterfront – grab a seat at the park to get a great view as beautifully decorated boats all go by dressed in their best Christmas lights and decorations. A spectacular evening filled with festive lights, beautifully decorated boats, and holiday spirit as we celebrate the season on the water.