Light up the river...Light up the sky
Light up the holidays at the
2008 Jacksonville Light Parade

Saturday, November 29
7 p.m., Downtown Riverfront

Thanksgiving weekend wouldn't be complete without the Jacksonville Light Parade. Boats of every shape and size are imaginatively adorned with decorations that captivate senses and stimulate imaginations. Seafarers and landlubbers of all ages are sure to be dazzled by the area's largest lighted boat parade.

Parade Categories    Boater Benefits    Safety Rules & Regulations

Register for the 2008 Jacksonville Light Parade

Holiday Fireworks Spectacular
Following the boat parade, fireworks will be shot from river barges in front of The Jacksonville Landing, Hyatt Regency Hotel and west of the Acosta Bridge. The signature "waterfall" fireworks will be shot from both sides of the Main Street Bridge and the east side of the Acosta Bridge.

Volunteer Opportunities
The City of Jacksonville Office of Special Events is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with upcoming events. Call (904) 630-3690 or e-mail events@coj.net for more information. 

 

Special thanks to the following for their support
of the Jacksonville Light Parade.     
Department of Recreation and Community Services
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department
Office of Volunteer Services and their dedicated volunteers
City Dockmaster Jim Suber
Risk Management
Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts
SMG
U.S. Coast Guard
The Jacksonville Landing

For 2008 sponsorship information, call (904) 630-3690
or e-mail events@coj.net