The Naples Boat Parade takes place December 16 (time TBD), with large boats leading the way, followed by smaller craft. This will be the 77th time that holiday-decorated boats and watercraft will wind their way through the romantic canals of Naples Island in Long Beach. Everyone loves the boat parade because it offers the excitement and festive decorations in the water below, but holiday cheer also emanates in the brightly and creatively decorated homes all along the canals. The theme for this year’s boat parade and holiday decor contest is: “Christmas Around the World” The best places to view the parade are bridges and waterfronts along the canals around Naples Island (ex. 2nd Street Bridge, Appian Way Bridge, and Alamitos Bay Marina).