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November 29, 2019

Check out decorated boats on the Delaware River during Parade of Lights 2019

The unique holiday event is fun for all ages

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Parade of Lights Courtesy of Independence Seaport Museum/PhillyVoice

Santa waves from a boat during the Parade of Lights.

The Parade of Lights on the Delaware River is a holiday tradition in Philadelphia. Each year, crowds gather at the waterfront to see the boats covered in colorful, dazzling lights show off their decorations.

Saturday, Dec. 7, the parade of boats will begin at 5:15 p.m.


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All are invited to watch for free from Penn's Landing but for a better view, you'll want to grab a spot on Independence Seaport Museum's second floor terrace.

Admission to the museum is $18 for adults and $14 for children, students, seniors and military.

Before the parade, families are invited to spend the day at the museum. There will be arts & crafts and Santa will make an appearance.


Parade of Lights

Saturday, Dec. 7
5:15 p.m. parade starts | $14-$18 for Independence Seaport Museum admission
211 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106


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