Reindeer on the Riverfront & Lighted Boat Parade Returns Friday November 28

Courtesy: River City Company

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) —  The 45th Annual Lighted Boat Parade is returning to Downtown Chattanooga on November 28.

From 4-6:30 p.m., attendees will have the chance to see real reindeer and from 4:30-7:30 p.m., attendees can take pictures with Santa.

Starting at 7:00 p.m., the annual Lighted Boat Parade will feature over 25 boats decorated in festive and colorful lights and will cruise looping from Olgiati Bridge to Walnut Street Bridge.

Following the boat parade at approximately 8:00 p.m., a fireworks display will be launched over the Tennessee River.

The Chattanooga Fire Department will also be on site with a “Touch a Truck” experience.

Holiday actors including The Chattanooga Elf, The Grinch, Elsa from Frozen and illuminated giant puppets by Playful Evolving Monsters will be strolling throughout the event.

“The Lighted Boat Parade has quickly become one of our favorite events to host for the Chattanooga community! There’s something magical about friends and families coming together, embracing the holiday spirit, and simply enjoying each other’s company. This event welcomes everyone—whether on land or water—making it a celebration that truly includes our entire community. It’s a wonderful way to experience the best of our beautiful city firsthand,”

– Kylina Caylor, Marketing Director at Erwin Marine Sales said.

The event is free and open to the public.

This year, the event will take place at the  Chattanooga Green & Ross’s Landing: 201 Riverfront Parkway Chattanooga, TN 37402.

Full event details can be found at: https://www.facebook.com/events/24960712753534090 or on the River City Company website at https://www.rivercitycompany.com/reindeer-on-the-riverfront