Guntersville Lights on the Lake

Welcome

We are excited to announce the return of the Guntersville Christmas Boat Parade In 2022! The "Trial Run" for the 2021 was a success and has generated a lot of interest for this year. 2022 will be the 1st Annual "official" return, so we would love everyone to come join in the fun. For everyone that joined us on the "Trial Run" last year, thank you! We really appreciate your support. Follow us on the website and Facebook for any updates! More information to come! Feel Free to go ahead and register!

-As Always, Safe Seas!

Parade Route Update 12/6/2022

It is finally that time of year again! Special thanks to Captain Janus of "Compass Rose" for taking us out to ride the course this weekend. I spoke with the TVA and the conditions this weekend should be the same. We had good depth the entire course (12-14') but as always watch your depth gauges. The parade will start in the area of City Harbor. Line up will be between City Harbor and the 227 bridge @ 5:30 pm. We will then go past City Harbor following US-431 then turning under the bridge. This year we will make an immediate turn to port and follow the bank all the way around to the park area. Just before the shallows at the park area we will turn starboard and head back to the US-431 bridge. This route should allow good viewing from Lurleen B. Wallace drive. The parade will make one lap at approximately 4 - 4 1/2 Knots then disburse at City Harbor. This should take around 45 minutes to 1 hour. Please plan on joining us at City Harbor after the parade. We have had several requests to dock so that people can come look at the boats. Currently they are predicting scattered showers for Saturday but no severe weather. This event will take place rain or shine. Feel free to contact me with any questions.

- Merry Christmas!

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at admin@guntersvillelightsonthelake.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Is there a charge to enter the parade?

No, all we ask is that you register your boat on the website.

Where will the parade start?

The meeting area will be in the area between City Harbor and Guntersville Marina. Line up will be from City Harbor back toward the 227 bridge.

What is the parade route?

The parade will start in the area of City Harbor. Line up will be between City Harbor and the 227 bridge @ 5:30 pm. We will then go past City Harbor following US-431 then turning under the bridge. This year we will make an immediate turn to port and follow the bank all the way around to the park area. Just before the shallows at the park area we will turn starboard and head back to the US-431 bridge. This route should allow good viewing from Lurleen B. Wallace drive. The parade will make one lap at approximately 4 - 4 1/2 Knots then disburse at City Harbor. This should take around 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Can any boat enter?

Yes, all boats are welcome.

What are the times?

Line up time is 5:30 pm in the area between City Harbor and Guntersville Marina. The parade will start approximately 30 minutes after the City parade is over. Line up will be from City Harbor back toward the 227 bridge.

When?

December 10th, 2022. Line up time 5:30 pm in the area between City Harbor and Guntersville Marina. Line up will be from City Harbor back toward the 227 bridge.

What is the water depth?

Special thanks to Captain Janus of "Compass Rose" for taking us out to ride the course this weekend (12/4). I spoke with the TVA and the conditions parade weekend should be the same. We had good depth the entire course (12-14') but as always watch your depth gauges.

Will the parade continue if it rains?

Currently they are predicting scattered showers for Saturday 12/10 but no severe weather. This event will take place rain or shine. If anything changes we will let everyone know.

If the parade is cancelled when will we know?

The cancellation could be pushed right up until the time of the parade. We will try to make the decision as soon as possible. We like everyone want to give every opportunity to make the parade happen.