MIATC’s Martin County parade of lighted boats on the St. Lucie River between Sandsprit Park and downtown Stuart, paired with a downtown watch party. Registration is free and proceeds support marine-trades workforce training.
- Starts: 6:00 pm (2025, 2024); 6:30 pm in 2023
- Route: 2024-2025: Sandsprit Park -> Downtown Stuart. 2023: Downtown Stuart -> south through Evans Crary Bridge -> past Sandsprit Park -> Manatee Pocket (Fysh Bar & Grill)
- Where to watch: Downtown Stuart riverfront (Boat Parade Watch Party); Sandsprit Park; Evans Crary Bridge area; Manatee Pocket
Entering a boat? The organiser takes applications at their entry page.