Friday, December 16 & Saturday, December 17

4:00pm & beyond – Kids Rides & Carnival Games on the Ventura Harbor Village lawn (NOTE - carnival starts earlier at 2pm on Saturday)

5:30pm - Faux Snowfall, LED Performers Twinkle and Shine along the Harbor Village Promenade

6:30pm – Boat Parade Begins (two laps throughout Ventura Harbor)

8:00pm – Fireworks* (Look Northwest for best viewing) *display is weather pending

Stay all day! Extra festivities include:

Enjoy holiday shopping at Ventura Harbor Village's coastal boutiques and art galleries, indulge in sweet holiday treats, dine along the waterfront, sip on seasonal cocktails or local wines, rent an electric or pedal boat, try your hand at The Ultimate Escape Rooms, get a festive mani + pedi at Frenchies Modern Nail Care, take holiday selfies in front of the SEAson's Greetings sign, warm up with a latte or hot tea, and watch a colorful sunset over the Harbor!

Parking & Event are FREE!

Park at these locations:

Ventura Harbor Village lots
Designated spots along Spinnaker Dr.
Surfer’s Knoll Beach lot
Harbor Cove Beach lot
Safe Harbor Ventura Isle (Dolphin section only)
Lot at Schooner and Harbor Blvd. (opposite the hotel)

ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS:

Catch a ride with Uber or Lift

1583 Spinnaker Dr. Ventura, CA 93001

Complimentary Shuttle Bus Available

Park in the lot on Schooner and Harbor Blvd. (Directly across from Four Points By Sheraton Ventura Harbor)
Wait time is approx. 20 minutes.
Drop off Locations: Portside Ventura Promenade (for viewing the parade) and Safe Harbor Ventura Isle Marina (which is a 5-8 minute walk along the promenade to Ventura Harbor Village)
Shuttle Times: 4:00pm – 10:00 pm (last pick up is 9:45 pm)
Shuttle Rides are free courtesy of Ventura Port District
*Please note - ADA parking available at Ventura Harbor Village

Helpful Parade Tips

Visit Ventura Harbor Village for pre & post festivities, including dining, shopping, and fun carnival rides on the lawn.
Don’t wait! Make your reservations now for a your favorite restaurant or Parade of Lights harbor cruise.
Parking lots will fill up quick - don't forget there is additional lots around the harbor and a shuttle. See parking section for details.
Following the Fireworks, stick around for 20-30 minutes and enjoy food, dessert, & cocktails to allow for less cars and traffic exiting Ventura Harbor.

Ventura Boat Rentals

Private Boat Tour of the Parade of Lights for up to 24 passengers
Departures: Friday, Dec. 16 5:30pm or 7:30pm (sold out) / Saturday, Dec. 17: 5:30pm (sold out) or 7:30pm (sold out)
Cost: $1190 credit/debit or $1080 Cash
Book: Visit venturaboatrentals.com or call (805) 642-7753 to reserve

Character Pedal Boat Rentals (lit Swans, Ducks & Dragons)
Departures: Friday, Dec. 16 6:30pm - 8:30pm / Saturday, Dec. 17 6:30pm - 8:30pm (sold out)
Cost: $140 debit/credit or $120 Cash
Book: Visit venturaboatrentals.com or call (805) 642-7753 to reserve

Island Packers

Parade of Lights Cruises are open to the public. Boat stages to watch the parade, cruise to view holiday lights in the marina, and ends with fireworks (weather permitting). Return by 8:30pm.
Departures: Friday, Dec. 16 at 5:45pm (sold out), 6:00pm (sold out), or 6:15pm (sold out) / Saturday, Dec. 17 at 5:45pm (sold out), 6:00pm (sold out), or 6:15pm (sold out).
Cost: $38 for adults, $35 for seniors and $28 for children under 12.
Book: Visit islandpackers.com or call (805) 642-1393