Lake Wylie’s Annual Christmas Boat Parade

LAKE WYLIE, SC - The 35th annual Holiday Boat Parade lit up the waters of Lake Wylie on Saturday, Dec. 14, drawing both boaters and spectators together for a magical evening of holiday cheer. Organized by the Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce, the parade kicked off at 6:30 p.m. after participants gathered at Papa Doc’s Shore Club near the Buster Boyd Bridge for the line up. Boats, each decked out in their most festive decorations, sailed along the lake’s shores, transforming the waterway into a sparkling winter wonderland. The sparkling lights, coupled with the sounds of boat horns, added to the atmosphere of holiday joy. Homeowners along the parade route added to the festive scene by decorating their docks, offering a colorful backdrop for the parade. Spectators, some of whom gathered at Papa Doc’s deck or the Buster Boyd Public Boating Landing, enjoyed front-row seats to the spectacle. For many, the parade was a perfect way to kick off the holiday season. Families snapped photos, capturing the memories as the boats cruised by. As the event concluded, the sound of boat horns echoed across the lake, signaling the end of another successful parade, but leaving behind a sense of joy and togetherness that will last through the season. The Holiday Boat Parade remains one of Lake Wylie’s most beloved traditions, a festive celebration that continues to unite the community year after year.