2024 christmas FLOTILLA
At dusk, on the Friday after Thanksgiving, gather along Swansboro’s waterfront and watch the spectacular parade of lights down the White Oak River. Music will fill the air and you can enjoy treats, such as funnel cakes, cider, and hot cocoa as you enjoy the lights glimmering off the river. You’ll be amazed by the lights and décor of the boats, and you might even catch a glimpse of Santa Claus! At the end of the parade, Santa disembarks to visit with the children.
VENDOR APPLICATIONS:
ONLY FOOD VENDORS ARE ACCEPTED FOR THIS FESTIVAL
Want to enter your boat? Registration will open in October.
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2023- Flotilla
The Town of Swansboro hosted the annual Swansboro Christmas Flotilla on November 24, 2024. As the sun set across Swansboro, the community welcomed the holiday season by celebrating the Annual Christmas Flotilla last Friday night. Twenty-five festively decorated boats cruised around Swansboro Harbor. Each vessel showcased its own unique holiday theme lights with shimmering reflections on the water, sounds of jolly carols, and the warmth of the holiday spirit.
Santa Clause himself made a special appearance, hearing the Christmas wishes of children. The air was filled with merry laughter and bubbling excitement. As Santa Clause visited with 200 children capturing heartwarming moments with a camera and offered a small gift to remember their special visit.
