Every year these events beckon folks to enjoy lightfest and boat parade events held in the Space Coast area of Florida.
The Magic of Christmas is a time of beautiful sparkling light displays for the people of the Space Coast to enjoy. Although this list highlights 2011, these are annual events for your consideration every year.
LightFest
Electricity is such a part of our celebrations during the holidays and there are several events centered on the enjoyment of holiday lights on land and on water. To start the holiday season, you may want to attend the l.1 mile Space Coast Lightfest held November 23rd until December 31, 2011 at Wickham Park located at 2500 Parkway Drive, Melbourne, FL. 321-255-4307.
The event is a winter wonderland ride in your vehicle through holiday-themed lights and sparkling animated displays. About 15,000 vehicles tour the park each year. Donations are accepted and for 2011 Space Coast Lightfest is partnered with the Habitat for Humanity of Brevard County. Since you will be in your car the whole way, bring the dog to enjoy the festivity of lights too!
Boat Parades of Light
The first of three lavishly decorated boat parades is held on Saturday, December 3rd . This is the Port Canaveral Christmas Boat Parade which begins at the Port Canaveral Yacht Club and continues to the Jetty’s fishing area. Bring your chairs and blankets and settle in for the event along the water’s edge or enjoy a cove restaurant which all have near ringside seats. Each restaurant collects food items for the Central Brevard Sharing Center in Cocoa. The boat parade begins at 5:30 pm at the Locks. Judging is held at Rusty’s beginning at 6 pm and the awards party is held at Fishlips at 8 pm.
Second on the list of water parades is the Cocoa Beach Christmas Boat Parade scheduled this year for December 10th from 6pm. All captains should meet on November 30th at the Cocoa Beach Library at 7pm. Enjoy this water reflective and rippling lighted event. http://www.floridabywater.com/component/content/article/1647-boat-parades
Whether you are a spectator or the captain you are sure to enjoy the Merritt Island Christmas Boat Parade on December 17, 2011. All captains are asked to meet at the Kiwanis Island Community Building in Merritt Island on December 13th at 6pm. Captains will receive the boat parade map and route to follow along with other important details. Prizes will be awards for categories such as the most festively decorated boat. Register if you want to have your decorated boat judged.
May the light displays begin!