06/22/2026
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with a Boat Parade
Join us on June 27th for a community boat parade celebrating the signing of the Declaration of Independence 250 years ago. The parade route will end in Lido Bay, where a DJ will be waiting at the docks for more entertainment.
Event Details
• Date: June 27th
• Time: 1:00-3:00 Lido Bay Entertainment 3:00-5:00.
• Parade route: See the map below; the parade ends in Lido Bay.
• After the parade: DJ entertainment at the Lido Bay docks for approximately two hours.
• No sign-up required—just show up.
Boat Parade Participants
Decorate your boat in USA-themed attire and join the parade route shown on the map below. When the parade ends in Lido Bay, bring your floaties, gather with friends, and enjoy the music.
Where to Watch the Parade
If you do not have a way to see the parade, don’t worry—we have you covered. For this one-time event, we have permission to use the new Seagrass housing development off Bixler as a viewing area.
Drive down Point of Timber Road into Seagrass between 1:00 and 1:30 and follow the instructions from the parking crew. Bring a chair if you wish. You will be able to line up along the fence and watch the boats along Kellogg Creek.
Map and Parade Guidelines Below.
See the map and parade guidelines attached. We hope to see you there—no sign-up required, just show up and celebrate!
