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 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.
SAFETY:
Aids to Navigation Quick Reference Page – other boat safety links can be found on BoatSafe.com
Boating License – did you take the course?
DOCKING TIPS:
SPONSORS: PEOPayGo, Holy Cross Health, Moss
The most prestigious location to watch the Winterfest Boat Parade! Close to 400 community leaders, dignitaries, and Winterfest Sponsors will enjoy the ambiance of the VIP Area nestled next to Stranahan House at Tunnel Top Park. This location is where the Parade starts along the New River. This event includes a magnificent buffet and cocktails featuring local restaurants, Riverside Hotel, and much more. The VIP Viewing Party is also host to the television show and our boat parade judges.
This area is Winterfest’s way of saying thank you to all our Board of Directors and Sponsors. BY INVITATION ONLY.
Rear Admiral Douglas Schofield, United States Coast Guard – Sector 7
Rear Admiral Schofield serves as Commander of the Seventh Coast Guard District, headquartered in Miami, Florida. As District Commander, he is responsible for all Coast Guard operations in the Southeast United States and the Caribbean Basin, including Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Mayor Dean Trantalis, City of Fort Lauderdale
Dean Trantalis has been mayor of Fort Lauderdale since March 2018 and previously served on the City Commission representing District 2 for eight years. As mayor, he represents the Broward County Tourism Development Council, the Metropolitan Planning Organization and the Broward Workforce Development Board.
Radio Personality Paul Castronovo, iHeart Media – The Paul Castronovo Show
Celebrating his 40th year on the air in South Florida, Big 105.9 Morning Man, Paul Castronovo, host of the Paul Castronovo Show, is part of the landscape of South Florida. An avid Boater and Fishermen as well as being on the board of directors for the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation, Paul says he is the perfect candidate to judge the legendary Winterfest Boat Parade. “What an honor to be a judge once again, and for all the boat entrants, I take Venmo” Paul quips. Paul can be heard weekday mornings on Big 105.9 FM from 6-10am
Chair Burnadette Norris-Weeks, Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce
Burnadette Norris-Weeks is a partner at Austin Pamies Norris Weeks Powell, PLLC, and serves as 2024 Chair of the Board | Executive Committee of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce. She serves as legal counsel to various governmental entities, including five Florida cities and local constitutional offices. She previously served as legal counsel to the Broward County Supervisor of Elections Office for more than sixteen years. In addition, she handles serious personal injury and wrongful death cases.
President David Serle, Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie REALTOR®
President at Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors, 2024 President at Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors and Palm Beach County Planning Commissioner at Palm Beach County
President & CEO Stacy Ritter, Visit Lauderdale
Stacy Ritter is the 2024 Winterfest Belle of the Ball and President and CEO of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau (GFLCVB). As CEO, she is responsible for the administration of the GFLCVB, a 45-person organization of sales and marketing professionals with a $24 million operating budget that focuses its efforts on behalf of the County for multicultural tourism, LGBT+ development, film and entertainment as well as national and international advertising and public relations.
Previous Sponsors included Holy Cross Hospital and Riverside Hotel.
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.
SAVE $ IF TICKETS ARE ORDERED BEFORE OCTOBER 25th
$40 Individual adult tickets
$35 Children 10 years & younger
Children 3 and under free
Tickets are electronic.
Purchased tickets and have questions? Call 954-241-7938
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE AREA:
Additional Tips and Parking CLICK HERE.
NOTE: for PARADE VIEWING TICKETS: Ticket Policy: https://winterfestparade.com/ticket-policy
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.
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All sponsorships are created to provide the maximum entertainment/branding opportunities within the Winterfest Celebration. Click on the sponsorship level of interest and a Winterfest representative will contact you to have a custom sponsorship created for your company OR call the Winterfest Office at 954-767-0686
Ready to be a Sponsor? Get ready to be part of the Winterfest Family!
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.
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!
