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Friday, December 23, 2011

Newport Christmas Boat Parade

I can't believe this is the first year that I have gone to this nautical holiday event! This year was the 103rd parade and I know that I will be making this an annual tradition from now on! The Newport Christmas Boat Parade lasts for 5 nights (with fireworks on the last night). I went this past Saturday with my friend M. I had planned to go with a bigger group on Sunday but forgot that I had my family holiday party in Sacramento the same day. The parade is free and there are many viewing options (standing or sitting on shore, dining at a restaurant overlooking the harbor or being on a boat). We decided to sit/stand. I think next year I might try viewing from a restaurant. I don't have a fancy camera so I couldn't get any photos (like with fireworks, the lights are just a blur). Here are some photos I found online:

Pirate ship (with anchor):

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Crocodile:

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Spongebob!

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Look at these nautical outfits!

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Merry Christmas America!

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Santa

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3 comments:

  1. GraceDecember 23, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    Looks fun! Great pictures. :)

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  2. JenniferDecember 23, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    I have always thought a Winter Boat Parade would be so fun. You are so lucky to have gotten there during Christmas Season!thanks for sharing.
    Merry Merry! Jennifer aka Gigi

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  3. AnonymousDecember 23, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    I love boat parades - they are a big tradition in Florida! I have friends who live in Newport Beach and they attended this year and had a ton of fun, too!

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