Lit boats parade on the York River beneath the historic town’s bluffs after an early-evening programme of carolers, fife-and-drum music and cider on Riverwalk Landing. A small-town, family-scale event with a dedicated volunteer committee and its own website.
- Starts: 19:00 (waterfront festivities from 17:00)
- Route: Boats parade along the York River off the Yorktown waterfront; organiser publishes a ‘Parade Instructions and Route’ page.
- Where to watch: Yorktown Waterfront and Riverwalk Landing (331 Water St); free trolley 17:00-21:00.
Entering a boat? The organiser takes applications at their entry page.