Naples Island Boat Parade on Saturday, Dec. 15

Naples Island’s 66th Annual Boat Parade, themed: “A Holiday Salute to our Olympians,” will be held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15.

The streets close at 5 p.m. on parade night.

Large Boats will lead the parade at 6 pm. All Large Boats will assemble along Lido Lane and off the sea wall in front of Naples Plaza and follow the Large Boat Parade map outline.

The Small Boat Parade starts at 6:45 p.m. All the Small Boats will assemble in Marine Stadium.

The #1 boat will lead the Parade. The boat parade features fun and festivities all along the water front. The public is invited as the island rolls out the Christmas red carpet for visitors, sharing cider, drinks, refreshments, and plenty of holiday finger food.

It is the block party of the year or Naples Island.