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    Key West Holiday Lighted Boat Parade Cruise

    Join Key West's holiday flotilla aboard a decorated schooner with drinks, bites, and onboard festivities

    4.9 stars• 593 reviews

    Duration

    3 hours

    Ideal For

    50 to 75 people

    Includes

    Drinks, hors d'oeuvres, cookies

    Highlights

    Join Key West's annual Lighted Boat Parade aboard the decorated Schooner America 2.0. Cruise through the Bight and Harbor alongside up to 30 holiday-lit vessels as they pass viewers and judges at the Schooner Wharf Bar. The parade route requires the schooner's sails to remain down for maneuverability.

    • Watch up to 30 vessels glow in holiday lights and decorations
    • Join the parade and contest aboard Schooner America 2.0
    • Enjoy onboard silent auctions, raffle giveaways, games, and more
    • Support Reef Relief, which receives 50% of ticket sales

    What's Included

    • Passed hors d'oeuvres and holiday cookies
    • Beer, wine, champagne, hot cider, soda, and water

    Important details

    • Arrive 30 minutes before departure for check-in
    • Present the credit card used for your booking and matching valid photo ID at check-in; the cardholder name must match the booking contact name
    • Personal alcoholic beverages are not permitted on board
    • Gratuity for the crew is not included in the listed price

    Cancellation Policy

    Free cancellation or rescheduling up to 24 hours before departure. Full refund if the operator cancels due to severe or unsafe weather.

    Product ID: D7UZ4S

    FAQs

    No. Schooner America 2.0 is not wheelchair accessible.

    Wear comfortable clothing and footwear; high heels are not recommended. Bring a light jacket for the evening and a camera if you'd like. You may bring a picnic and non-alcoholic beverages.

    No. Personal alcoholic beverages are not permitted on board. Complimentary beer, wine, champagne, hot cider, soda, and water are included, and a full bar is available for purchase.

    Meeting details

    202R William Street, Key West, FL 33040

    Experience provided by Classic Harbor Line - Key West

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    General Admission

    $138.47

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
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    Classic Harbor Line delivers what most travelers dream about when visiting Key West: a gorgeous sailing experience with attentive crew, free-flowing drinks, and those famous sunsets everyone talks about. The sunset cruises seem to be the most popular option, and reviewers consistently rave about the whole package. You're not just getting a boat ride—expect fresh appetizers like shrimp cocktail, veggie platters, cheese and crackers, plus brownies for dessert. The crew gets mentioned by name constantly (Janet, Dan, Brad, Rae, Chelsea, Victoria), which tells you something about how memorable they make the experience. People appreciate the local history commentary during the sail, the smooth sailing even for families with young kids, and the genuinely friendly vibe on board. The America 2.0 schooner itself is described as beautiful and well-maintained. That said, there's one cautionary tale worth noting. While the overwhelming majority had flawless experiences, one family reported last-minute cancellations that derailed their plans entirely. It's a single complaint among overwhelmingly positive feedback, but it's the kind of thing that matters when you're coordinating vacation activities. For what it's worth, everyone else found the crew professional, accommodating, and reliable. Whether you're celebrating something special like a wedding or just want a chill evening on the water to destress, this seems to be one of those experiences that genuinely lives up to the hype. The moonlight sails also get love if you want something different from the sunset crowd.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    Our sunset cruise was perfect !! We had a great time and the crew was amazing !!! Captain Janet ,Chelsea and Dan were so pleasant and on point !! We definitely will do it again next year ! Nothing but good things to say about our sunset cruise !!

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    Glen Perkins

    May 17, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Our sunset cruise was perfect !! We had a great time and the crew was amazing !!! Captain Janet ,Chelsea and Dan were so pleasant and on point !! We definitely will do it again next year ! Nothing but good things to say about our sunset cruise !!

    Photo of Glen Perkins

    Glen Perkins

    May 17, 2026

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