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San Diego Bay Parade of Lights

2023 Theme: Christmas Traditions around the World

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 53rd annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights promises to dazzle and entertain bayfront crowds during 2 evenings on December 10 and December 17, 2023. Participants in this year's highly anticipated holiday boat parade will decorate their boats to fit this year's theme.

Contact Info

Info@SDParadeofLights.org

Date & Time

Dec 10 - Dec 17, 2023
5:30 PM
Recurs every Sunday

Price

Free

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