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October Happy Hour

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The 2024 Winterfest October Happy Hour has entered the history books!

Coming in 2025, this page will be updated with all the exciting details of the next Winterfest October Happy Hour.
We’ll see you then!

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Bokampers

October 23
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
3115 NE 32nd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

WE LOVE OUR WINTERFEST and BOATING COMMUNITY  

Please join your friends at Winterfest for fun, hors d’oeuvres, raffles, and happy hour prices. Boaters registered for the Parade (as an entry or control boat) will be automatically entered to win additional prizes.

Winterfest Appreciation Party

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The 2023 Winterfest Appreciation Party has entered the history books!

Coming in 2024, this page will be updated with all the exciting details of our next Winterfest Appreciation Party.
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Winterfest Appreciation Party

Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade Appreciation Party

March 6, 2024 5:00 – 7:00 PM

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Piazza Italia

904 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301

ATTENTION: PARTNERS & SUPPORTERS

The Parade may have been cancelled but we are planning on celebrating our sponsors and supporters.

This celebratory event honors the people who play a huge role in the success of Winterfest® – our volunteers!

Nibbles – Cocktails – Raffles – Fun – Friendship – More

Carolyn McLaughlin Spirit of Volunteerism Award winner is announced during the event.

2023 Winterfest Appreciation Party date: March 6, 2024

If you would like to be a volunteer – contact the Winterfest office.

The Winterfest Launch Party

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The 2024 Winterfest Launch Party has entered the history books!

Coming in 2025, this page will be updated with all the exciting details of the next Winterfest Launch Party.
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Photos are on our Facebook page.
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As a Winterfest partner, you will receive tickets to South Florida’s preview of the holiday season featuring Winterfest updates, amazing bites, sips and entertainment at the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 7-10pm, and will feature delights from top-area restaurants throughout Broward County.

NO TICKETS ARE SOLD TO THE PUBLIC – SPONSORSHIP IS YOUR TICKET IN!

2024 HIGHLIGHTS
  • The event’s theme “Golden Glitter of the Sun” in reflective celebration of  this year’s Parade theme “From Seagrass to Sawgrass: Waves of Holiday Cheer.” This year’s Parade celebrates 53 years as a signature Holiday Tradition in South Florida.
  • Special Performance by Dance-Pop Singer  Cynthia Torres courtesy of Ocean Manor Beach Resort and Liquid Waste Recovery.
  • Appearance by the Winterfest Poster Artist – Carlos Solano and the unveiling of the original artwork of this year’s poster.
  • Water Taxi Photo Booth
  • Carroll’s Jewelers Bling
  • Check out what you missed last year – WSVN Channel 7’s coverage (additional event links on winterfestparade.com/videos)
2024 Launch Party Special Appearances - Poster unveiling by artist Carlos Solano, Dance-Pop singer Cynthia Torres, DJ Kris Prime and MC for the night Y100 Drew

Did you receive an invitation but don’t know what to wear? Click on this LookBook link.

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Marriott Resort Fort Lauderdale Harbor Beach logo
Cleveland Clinic logo
3030 Ocean Logo
Billy's Stone Crab Restaurant & Fisheries logo
Mimi's Ravioli logo
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LaCroix Logo
Republic National Distributing Company logo
LIQUID WASTE RECOVERY logo
Ocean Manor Beach Resort logo
Sixth Star Logo
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King Security logo
Carroll's Jewelers logo
Fifth Third Bank logo
2023 PARTNERS
  • TITLE SPONSOR: Gray Robinson
  • FEATURED RESTAURANT: Casa Calabria Restaurant
  • PICTURED PERFECT PARTNER: Cleveland Clinic
  • BEVERAGES: Republic National Distributing Company, Stella Artois, La Croix
  • RESTAURANTS: 3030 Ocean, Sea Level, Billy’s Stone Crab, Fiorucci, Dune by Laurant Tourondel, Truluck’s, Eddie V’s, Mimi’s Ravioli

PRESS CREDENTIALS: All media requests must be submitted using an email address from the media’s active domain address. The submission must include a commitment from an editor/publisher noting where and when the story/photos will be printed/uploaded on social media platforms.

Any social media influencers must submit their handles, viewership and pre-/event day promotions plan when requesting credentials.

Captain’s Cup

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The 2024 Captain’s Cup is Cancelled!

Coming in 2024, this page will be updated with all the exciting details of our next Captain’s Cup.
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Winterfest celebrates parade participants and partners that make the year magical.

This wrap-up party recognizes parade entries, corporate sponsors, the board of directors, and Winterfest supporters. The Awards Dinner is decorated to the Parade’s theme with entertainment to compliment.

One lucky boater will win the People’s Choice Award.  By voting – you are saying thank you to those that went the extra mile to become a winner! Voters have the opportunity to win airline tickets (see rules).

Live entertainment, cocktails, full-course dinner, and more!

EVERY PARADE ENTRY receives two (2) complimentary tickets to the event. Two (2) additional tickets can be purchased for $35 per person. Additional tickets will be available for a different price. To see photos from last year’s event – please like our Facebook page and view photos from previous entries!

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