Annual Yankeetown Tradition — Lighted Boat Parade & Christmas Festival
Yankeetown Marina Harbor and Slips Sunset

Welcome to Yankeetown Marina

Your premier waterfront gateway on Florida’s Nature Coast. Offering long and short-term boat dockage, handcrafted spirits at Yankeetown Rum and Shine Co., and riverfront community festivities.

Free Boat Ramp & Parking Protected Deep Water Slips On-Site Distillery & Tavern
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Long & Short Term Dockage at Yankeetown Marina

Located on the protected waters of the Withlacoochee River with quick navigation out to the Gulf of Mexico. Yankeetown Marina offers wet slips for vessels of all sizes, welcoming both transient boaters looking for overnight stays and annual dockage members.

Long & Short Term Rentals

Flexible slip arrangements tailored to your cruising schedule.

Free Boat Ramp & Parking

Quick ramp access with parking available for trailers & vehicles.

Power & Fresh Water

Standard shore power hookups and fresh water accessible at docks.

Direct Gulf Access

Navigate downriver straight out to the open Gulf waters.

Ready to book your boat slip?

Instant quotes and reservations via our official Dockwa portal.

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Port & Contact Info

Withlacoochee River • Florida

Marina Address:

15 Hickory Ave, Yankeetown, FL 34498

Direct Phone:

(352) 706-7371

Marina Availability:

Open 7 days a week for transient & resident boaters

Marina Amenities:

Free launch ramp, secure slips, water hookups, onsite rum distillery.

On-Site Craft Spirits

Yankeetown Rum and Shine Co.

Step off the dock and into Yankeetown Rum and Shine Co. for hand-crafted spirits, signature moonshine cocktails, and cold refreshments right on the waterfront. Whether you are returning from a day of fishing or joining friends for an evening on the river, our distillery tavern is the place to be.

Signature RumsHandcrafted MoonshineRiverfront CocktailsFestival Gathering Spot

Taste Nature Coast Spirits

Experience authentic small-batch Florida rum and shine crafted right here at Yankeetown Marina.

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Community Tradition • FREE ADMISSION • NO ENTRY FEE

The Annual Yankeetown Christmas Festival & Lighted Boat Parade

Hosted at Yankeetown Marina & Yankeetown Rum & Shine Company. A holiday river celebration bringing decorated lighted boats, Santa visits, food trucks, and live music to Yankeetown.

Food Trucks

Hot festival foods, local specialties, and holiday sweet treats.

Art & Gift Vendors

Craft vendors, seasonal goods, and local community stands.

Rum & Shine Bar

Cold refreshments and rum cocktails by Yankeetown Rum & Shine Co.

Santa & Games

Free photos with Santa, face painting, cornhole and family games.

Event Timeline

Festival & Parade Schedule

3:00 PM – 6:00 PMFree Registration

Boat Decorating & Free Launch

Decorate and launch your vessel into the Withlacoochee River. FREE boat ramp access & parking for all parade entrants.

3:00 PM – 7:00 PMFamily Favorite

Santa Photos & Kids Fun

Bring the kids for photos with Santa Claus, games, face painting, and holiday music on the river.

6:00 PMMain Parade

Lighted Boat Parade Sets Sail

Spectacular lighted boats travel down the Withlacoochee River, viewable from marina docks and riverfront vantage points.

8:30 PM – 11:00 PMAwards & Bands

Trophies & Live Music

Trophies awarded for Best Decorated, Most Creative & Most Christmas Spirit, followed by live music and dancing.

Boat Entry Registration is 100% Free!

Register Your Boat For The Parade

Light up your vessel and compete for trophies including Best Decorated, Most Creative, and Most Christmas Spirit!