Lighted Boat Parade

July 1 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

🎆🚤 Light Up the Lakes – July 1st  Lighted Boat Parade!
Celebrate the 4th in true Waupaca style — on the water, under the stars, and surrounded by glowing boats! Whether you want to enter your own decked-out boat or ride in style aboard the lead paddlewheel, this is the can’t-miss summer event.

📅 Date: Tuesday, July 1st
🕗 Boarding/Lineup Begins: 8:00 PM
🛳️ Departure: 8:30 PM from Clear Water Harbor
💡 Duration: Approx. 1.5 hours
🍹 Cash Bar Onboard (no food, so dine beforehand at our waterfront restaurant!)

✨ 2 Ways to Join the Fun:

🚢 Ride the Lead Boat (Double-Decker Paddlewheel)
Enjoy the parade from the front of the action!

🎨 Enter Your Own Decorated Boat
Show off your patriotic flair and compete for prizes!

🎇 Follow the Chief Waupaca through 8 beautiful lakes, light up the shoreline, and be part of a magical night of community, creativity, and celebration.

Don’t miss this glowing 4th of July tradition — grab your tickets or register your boat today!

Event Date

July 1

Event Time

8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Location

N2757 County Hwy QQ
Waupaca, WI 54981 United States

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