Holiday Boat Parade: Snag a Seat, STAT!
Looking for a good spot to watch the 31st annual Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade next Saturday (December 6)? Consider one of these local restaurants, where you can eat, drink, and enjoy all the merry magic as it floats on by.
At the start…
THE CLUBHOUSE AT NORTH PALM BEACH COUNTRY CLUB
Located at the parade’s starting point, this is the perfect spot to spy all the festive boats as they lineup before the event. Make an early reservation check out all the boats before they take off at 6 p.m. northpalmbeachcc.com/the-clubhouse
Along the route…
WATERWAY CAFE, PALM BEACH GARDENS
If you can snag a seat at the floating bar, you’ll have a front row seat as they boats make their way past. waterwaycafe.com
SEASONS 52, PALM BEACH GARDENS
Reserve a table at this local favorite before it’s too late and enjoy a delicious dinner with a serious side of holiday cheer. seasons52.com
At the finish line…
SQUARE GROUPER, JUPITER
This is where you’ll want to be if you’re looking for a lively party! Show up early and catch live music with Eric Murray (3 to 6 p.m.) before the boats make their way past a little later. squaregrouper.net/jupiter-inlet
U-TIKI BEACH, JUPITER
There’s not a bad seat in the outdoor dining area, so reserve a table fast before it’s too late! utikibeach.com
CHARLIE & JOE’S AT LOVE STREET, JUPITER
Park yourself right in front of the lighthouse to catch the grand finale, as all the boast make their way to the end point. Reserve a table at The Beacon for a fine dining experience, Lucky Shuck (try to snag an outdoor bar table) for good food and great vibes, or take in a birds-eye view of the festivities from the rooftop at Topside. lovestreetupiter.com
HARBOURSIDE PLACE, JUPITER
There are plenty of choices at this waterside locale, including The Woods, Calaveras Cantina, and The Jupiter Grill. Make a reservation for dinner, or just stop in one of the many restaurants for a drink and then stroll along the Riverwalk to take in all the magic. harboursideplace.com
-View the parade route, bridge closure times, and more here.
-These spots fill up quickly well in advance of the parade, so if you can’t grab a reservation online, call the restaurant to ask if there is still space.