It’s that time of year again! Time to mark your calendars for the 29th Annual North Carolina Holiday Flotilla at Wrightsville Beach!
For almost 30 years, Wrightsville Beach has been hosting the much loved boat parade and bringing holiday joy to locals and visitors alike. In addition to the parade, the NC Holiday Flotilla offers two whole days of family-friendly events. From the Anchor’s Away Launch Party on Friday evening to the Festival in the Park Saturday afternoon, this combination of events makes for a truly amazing holiday experience.
Here’s a quick rundown of the events:
Friday, November 23
5:45 PM: Tree Lighting Ceremony & visit with Santa Claus at Wrightsville Beach Town Hall
6:30 PM: Captain’s Meeting at the Blockade Runner resort
7:00 PM: Anchor’s Away Launch Party sponsored by Atlantic Marine ($25 per ticket, open to the public.)
Saturday, November 24
10 AM to 4 PM: Festival in the Park
6 PM: Boat Parade
7:30: Fireworks will immediately follow parade.
If this is your first time attending the NC Holiday Flotilla, you are in for a treat! As a new feature this year, guests can cast their vote easily by texting their favorite boat’s number to “24587.” For example, if boat number 3 was your favorite, you would send a text message of “boat3” to the number listed above.
Are you a business owner looking for more exposure? Each year, the NC Holiday Flotilla attracts an estimated 50,000 visitors to our beautiful town. Why not get your company’s name out there for them to see by becoming a valued sponsor? Sponsorship levels begin at just $250.
If you’d like to read more about this cherished North Carolina holiday tradition, visit NCHolidayFlotilla.org or call 910.256.2120.
Happy Holidays!