I brought my family, my wife and two boys (Ages 4 & 11), out to the 30th Annual Delta Reflections Lighted Boat Parade held December 5th in Downtown Stockton. The event was kicked off by the cities annual Christmas Tree lighting and great music from the Cesar Chavez High School Choir.
On this chilly night folks lined up along the railing facing west from Weber Point to view more than 50 lighted boats that travel from near the Marina West Yacht Club (the event organizer) all the way down to McCloud Lake at Weber Point where they turn around near the Stockton Arena and Waterfront Hotel.
Boats of all sizes, from huge yachts and houseboats down to little bass boats, are lit up with a variety of Christmas decor. Lights, music, costumes, blow ups, yard decor--you name it, it was on boats reflected beautifully by the channel waters. My boys loved it. Lots of "ooohs and ahhhs" and plenty of "Merry Christmas." The boats looked both beautiful and very cool.
The parade has many great viewing points from both the north and south side of the channel and Weber Point. Regulars brought chairs and blankets (good idea!) to stick in for the entire parade which can last well over an hour.
This is one of those holiday "don't miss" events. How many cities have these great lighted boat parades? Especially ones that come right through downtown! On top of the parade and tree lighting, holiday events were being held downtown and on the Miracle Mile and there was a Hockey game at the Arena at 7:30. Lots to do...
Typically held the first Saturday in December. Mark your calendars and bring the blankets. Your family is sure to enjoy.
Check out this short video of the parade!
Typically held the first Saturday in December. Mark your calendars and bring the blankets. Your family is sure to enjoy.
Check out this short video of the parade!
