A waterfront restaurant on Dog River has run this neighbourhood parade for half a century, with decorated boats looping in front of its docks on a December Saturday. It leans on themes and costumed crews, and spectators watch free from the marina.
- Starts: 5:00 PM (2025)
- Route: Boats stage at the Alba Club and make two loops past the marina between the Dog River Bridge and the river mouth (2025 description, Mobile County calendar)
- Where to watch: Grand Mariner Restaurant & Marina, 6036 Rock Point Rd
- 2026 theme: Stars, Stripes & Christmas Lights: America’s 250th Celebration on the River
- Running since: 1975
Entering a boat? The organiser takes applications at their entry page.