Holiday Parade of Lights Cruises | Flagship Cruises & Events

Upcoming Departures

Holiday Lights Spectator Cruise

Flat fee $65 | Holiday Lights Spectator Cruise︱Dec 14 & 21, 2025

Holiday Parade of Lights Dinner Cruise

From $120 + 32% Fees | Spectacular boat parade with a meal | 3 Hours

Experience one of San Diego’s most cherished holiday traditions from the best seat in the harbor — aboard a Flagship yacht. On Sunday, December 14, and Sunday, December 21, 2025, the 55th Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights will illuminate the waterfront with this year’s theme, “An Out of This World Christmas.” More than 100,000 spectators are expected along the shore, but you can enjoy the parade up close, on the water, in comfort and style. This event sells out every year — and we expect tickets to go especially fast this season.

Your Holiday Experience

Prime, on-the-water viewing of approximately 80 decorated holiday boats
Festive onboard atmosphere with holiday music and décor
Indoor climate-controlled seating with panoramic windows
Spacious open-air observation decks for fresh air and photos
Avoid crowded shoreline viewing spots and chilly conditions
Family-owned and operated, delivering warm hospitality for over a century

Decorated yacht during the parade of lights

The Best View of the Parade of Lights

San Diego Skyline at christmas Time

Coronado Bridge lit up during the Parade

U.S.S. Midway during the Parade of Lights

The Coronado Hotel Del at Dusk

Choose Your Parade Night Experience

Spectator Cruise
- Festive narrated harbor tour along the parade route
- Boarding: 4:30 PM | Departure: 5:00 PM | Return: Approximately 7:30 PM
- Snack bar with wine, cocktails, local beer, and light refreshments available for purchase
Dinner Cruise
- Our December Nights Dinner Cruise departs earlier on parade nights for the best viewing
- Includes gourmet plated dinner, boarding champagne, live music, and parade views
- Indoor dining salon with panoramic windows and access to outdoor decks
- Full bar service available for purchase

Seats are very limited for this two-night-only event. Secure your spot early for an unforgettable holiday lights cruise in San Diego — before tickets sell out.

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Holiday Lights Spectator Cruise

Cruising

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Boarding time 30 minutes prior.

Adult		Ages 13+ \| $65.00
Child		Ages 4-12 \| $65.00
Infant		Children under 4 ride FREE

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Holiday Parade of Lights Dinner Cruise

Cruising

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Boarding time 30 minutes prior.

Adult		Ages 13+
Child		Ages 4-12
Infant		Children under 4 ride FREE

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Before you depart

Arrive 30 Minutes Before Scheduled Departure

Flagship Cruises & Events is cashless. We accept credit, debit, and mobile payments.

The Vessel and Interior Main Deck are Wheelchair Accessible But The Exterior Top Deck and Restrooms Are Not

Cruises may be cancelled in the rare event of unsafe weather conditions.
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Testimonials

The captain parked us right on the boat route for dinner and would turn back and forth every few minutes to make sure both sides of the table had viewing time of the lit up boats.

— Kendell L.