Payment: You may purchase your Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade entry in our online store after you submit your parade application. After your application submission, you will be redirected directly to the Boat Entry Fee in our online store that matches your choice of Vessel Category above. Please enter your vessel name in the “Order notes” field during checkout. It’s an easy step to Holiday FUN!
The types of parade entries and the prices are as follows:
SHOWBOAT (Any vessel with approved signage – Sponsor designation and Guaranteed Television): $8,000.00
All Entry Fees include an 8×10 photo of entry & Two tickets to the Captain’s Cup Awards Dinner in 2021. Additional tickets to the Captain’s Cup Awards Dinner are available in our online store.
The Winterfest Parade Viewing Area for 2024 is NOW CLOSED
Join us in 2025 for the next Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade
Winterfest’s Parade Viewing Area, sponsored by Nicklaus Children’s Health System, is conveniently located in east Fort Lauderdale at Las Olas Intracoastal Promenade Park on the Southeast corner of Las Olas Boulevard and the Intracoastal Waterway. Rideshare is encouraged and parking is within walking distance from the event area. Your ticket lets you experience a wonderful afternoon and evening of festival activities, interactive games, continuous stage entertainment, vendors, photo opportunities with Santa Claus, Stanley from the Florida Panthers, and other mascots before the main event – the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade.
The excitement begins at 4 pm when the gates open. Come early and bring the family (no pets, please) to enjoy the amenities. Enjoy the Stella Artois Culinary Courtyard, Live Entertainment, and activities. The Parade gets underway at 6:30 p.m. along The New River in Downtown Fort Lauderdale and should arrive Parade Viewing Area at approximately 7:00 pm.
SEATING will be provided.
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT – Live performances throughout the night with radio personalities from iHeart Radio.
TICKETS for the 2024 Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade
Purchased tickets and have questions? Call 954-241-7938
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE AREA:
Conveniently located adjacent to public parking, rideshare drop-offs, and shuttle services from local hotels.CLICK HERE for a list of Winterfest Weekend specials from our hotel partners
Continuous entertainment on the City of Fort Lauderdale’s stage. Before and After the Parade, the area transforms into a concert with the Shane Duncan Band (before the Parade) and Southern Blood (immediately after the Parade passes)
Hungry? Thirsty? Don’t worry, we have you covered! Stella Artois Culinary Corner will have a variety of festival foods, featuring beverages from Stephen’s Distributing as well as Coca-Cola and LaCroix products.
Photo opportunities with the jolly man himself – Santa before he rides in the Parade
Parade Commentary provided by iHeart personality
Download the Winterfest App for updates and opportunities to vote for your favorite boat.
NOTE: Las Olas Blvd. Bridge opens for boats on a regular schedule on the quarter and three-quarter hour. The bridge will be in the locked open position for the Parade, starting at 6:45 PM ’till the Parade ends.
PARKING: Las Olas Parking Garage (next to the viewing area) 200 Las Olas Cir, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316. Parking will be very limited on Parade night.
The Parade goes on Rain or Shine.
NO Bottles, coolers, chairs, pets – For additional Parade Viewing Area Tips, Click Here.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL US ON 954-241-7938 or EMAIL US. Ticketing Powered by Complete Ticket Solutions.
Las Olas Intracoastal Promenade Park 80 Las Olas Circle Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316