

Mystic Holiday Lighted Boat Parade and Santa Arrives by Tugboat
Santa Claus is coming to town and so is Mystic’s Annual Lighted Boat Parade on Saturday, November 30, 2024 in Downtown Historic Mystic, Connecticut.
Santa Claus is coming to town aboard Cross Sound Ferry’s Tug Boat, the John Paul. Bring your children to see Santa arrive and spend time by the Mystic River Park Christmas tree, telling Santa what they want for Christmas. There will be picture opportunities with Santa and Christmas themed items, Carolers and a few surprises!
The Christmas Tree Lighting is at 6pm with the Holiday Lighted Boat Parade to follow. This event has become a beloved tradition in Mystic over the years and you don’t miss out on being part of the festivities.
The Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center will be on site to collect unwrapped toy donations for the holidays. Come out and support a great cause!
Spectators and passersby line both sides of the Mystic River to watch as decorated boats pass by in the 21st Annual Holiday Lighted Boat Parade.
If your sailboat, power boat, dinghy or row boat is still in the water sign up for some festive fun! Your entry fee is a new or like new coat or toy donated to the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center.