Santa Arrives By Tugboat, Lighted Holiday Boat Parade & Tree Lighting 2025 - Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce

Community Tree Lighting at 6:00pm at Mystic River Park before the Lighted Boat Parade! Saturday, November 29, 2025 | 6:15 PM Spectators and passersby line both sides of the Mystic River to watch as decorated boats pass by in the 22nd Annual Holiday Lighted Boat Parade. Interested in showcasing your boat for the Lighted Boat Parade. Participation is open to the public and only requires a toy donation to the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center which will be on site the day of. Come and see as decorated vessels parade down the Mystic River just after 6PM and return to the Mystic River Park, where spectators and judges gather. Boats are judged on creativity and team spirit, with prizes offered in five categories: 'Most Charismatic Crew', 'Innovative Vessel', 'Best Dressed Vessel', 'Most Holiday Spirit' and 'Miss Mystic Vessel of Grandeur'. Is your boat still in the water through the holiday season? Decorate your vessel and participate in the 2024 Holiday Lighted Boat Parade. Email info@mysticchamber.org for registration and more details. For Everyone's Safety, Please keep your smaller water crafts including paddleboards, kayaks and Jet Skis Home for this event