The 56th Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights

Two dates: December 13 and December 20, 2026

The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights is a time-honored holiday tradition brought to San Diego by the boating community. Continuing its long-standing San Diego tradition, the 56th annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights promises to dazzle and entertain bayfront crowds during 2 evenings on  December 13 and December 20, 2026. Participants in this year’s highly anticipated holiday boat parade will decorate their boats to fit this year’s theme.

The parade will proceed along the bayfront to the pier at Chicano Park before making the turn to Coronado, giving spectators another area to view the parade.

The procession will start at 5:30 p.m. and will follow the predetermined parade  route.