Enter The 2024 City Christmas Boat Parade
The City of Hamilton has extended the deadline to enter the 2024 Christmas Boat Parade, with the new deadline for boat entries set for November 21st,
A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is reminding the public that the highly anticipated 2024 City Christmas Boat Parade is just around the corner! Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 7th, from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM at the Number 1 Car Park for an unforgettable night of holiday magic.
“We are pleased to announce that the registration deadline for boat entries has been extended until November 21st, providing boat owners with additional time to join the festive celebration. The City has also enhanced the grand prize: a 2-night stay at the Hamilton Princess for the winner of Best Overall Boat, in addition to a $1500 BELCO Gift Voucher!
“Boats will be competing for top honours, including:
- Best Overall Boat [1st Place] – $1500 BELCO Gift Voucher + 2-night stay at the Hamilton Princess
- People’s Choice [2nd Place] – $1000 PW Marine Gift Voucher
- Best Traditional Christmas Message [3rd Place] – $500 Rubis Gift Voucher
“Additional trophies will be awarded for Best Community Message, Most Original, Most Humorous, and Children’s Choice.
“Interested participants can sign up using the Boat Parade Application Form.
“The City invites the public to join us at the free City Viewing Village and Kids Zone, which will offer the best views of Hamilton Harbour and feature a variety of delicious food vendors. Settle in for the parade’s main attraction: a fleet of brilliantly decorated boats, each adorned with dazzling Christmas-themed designs that will light up the night. Spectators can also cast their votes for their favourite entry.
“The evening will culminate in a spectacular holiday drone show, the largest in Bermuda, filling the sky above the harbour with breathtaking lights and festive wonder. Hosting the festivities will be the engaging Patrina O’Connor [aka Power Girl].”
“Extending the registration deadline gives more boat owners the chance to participate and add their creativity to this stunning event,” said Lorna Hayward, the City’s Senior Events Coordinator. “With amazing prizes and the new drone show, we’re creating an unforgettable experience for the whole community, and we hope to see as many boats as possible lighting up the harbour.”
The spokesperson said, “Learn more about the event here. We look forward to seeing you there!
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