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Get your tickets today to see this year’s WOW Showboats!

In honor of this year’s theme “TV’s Greatest Hits” – Winterfest will have an  American Bandstand Barge in the Parade December 13, 2014. Get ready to start singing “I’m on, because I’m on the American Bandstand.”

And what would the Parade be without Santa. The Baptist Health South Florida Showboat will have additional holiday cheer with the nominees of the Winterfest Jr. Captain aboard the entry.

President Barack Obama Recognizes CEO of Winterfest

President and CEO Lisa Scott-Founds received a letter from President Barack Obama congratulating her on her achievements, dedication and passion for Winterfest.

The framed letter was given to Ms. Founds during the GrayRobinson, P.A. Winterfest White Party presented by Publix prior to the announcement of the 2014 Grand Marshal for the Parade Flo Rida on Saturday, November 15, 2014.
President Obama letter to Lisa Scott-Founds

Skippers’ Meeting

WINTERFEST SKIPPERS’ MEETINGBoat Owners Warehouse, FJ Propeller and Chevron

Coral Ridge Yacht Club
2800 Yacht Club Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

December 10, 2024, 6 – 8 PM

Winterfest Skippers’ Meeting is a mandatory meeting for all Boat Parade participants. Hosted by Coral Ridge Yacht Club, captains will receive line-up information and rules and regulations for the parade. Goodie bags featuring great items from our sponsors and raffle items are for Parade participants. CAPTAINS ONLY.

ALL BOATERS REGISTERED FOR THE PARADE WILL RECEIVE A RAFFLE TICKET FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO WIN A $1000 GLOBALFIX EPIRB from ACR Electronics.

Captains will receive:

  • Chevron Gas Cards
  • Parade-themed burger by Carlos Solano
  • Parade Boat number by Image360 Lauderhill

Want to promote your company to boaters? Donation items/gift certificates to the boaters – contact Winterfest for details.

ADDITIONAL PARTNERS: Image360, Marine Industries of South Florida, and ACR Electric.

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Frank & Jimmie's Propeller logo
Coral Ridge Yacht Club Logo
Image 360 Fort Lauderdale logo

Photos are on our Facebook page.

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 promotion plans when requesting credentials.

The Winterfest Launch Party

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.
We’ll see you then!

Photos are on our Facebook page.
2024 Launch Party Graphic

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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Casa Calabria logo
Marriott Resort Fort Lauderdale Harbor Beach logo
Cleveland Clinic logo
3030 Ocean Logo
Billy's Stone Crab Restaurant & Fisheries logo
Mimi's Ravioli logo
Eddie V's logo
Sea Level logo
LaCroix Logo
Republic National Distributing Company logo
LIQUID WASTE RECOVERY logo
Ocean Manor Beach Resort logo
Sixth Star Logo
The Water Taxi logo
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

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.
We’ll see you then!

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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