Santa’s Christmas Ships 2025 – Christmas Boat Parade

Port Moody, North Vancouver, and Indian Arm

Event Dates: November 29 – December 20, 2025
Official Event Page:
Santa’s Christmas Ships – Facebook Page

The beloved Santa’s Christmas Ships return for the 2025 holiday season, bringing a festive, illuminated boat parade to Port Moody, Deep Cove, Belcarra, Dollarton, and Indian Arm. This long-standing community tradition features brightly decorated boats cruising coastal waters, spreading holiday cheer to thousands of shoreline viewers each year.

The 2025 season includes open-to-public on-shore events, waterfront viewing opportunities, live entertainment, and the only in-person Santa visit of the year. All sailings are weather-dependent.

Season Launch Event – Port Moody (Open to the Public)

Saturday, November 29
Location: Rocky Point Park, Port Moody
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Santa arrives early for photos, and the Christmas Ships are expected around 6:00 PM.
This is the only destination where visitors can meet Santa in person before the parade.

2025 Christmas Ships Schedule

All sailings run approximately 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, unless otherwise noted.
Schedule may change based on weather.

Saturday, November 29 – Port Moody

Rocky Point Park
• Open to the public
• Early start for Santa appearance (5:00–7:00 PM)
• Ships arrive around 6:00 PM

Friday, December 5 – Cates Park, Dollarton, Belcarra Bay

Shoreline viewing points along North Vancouver & Burrard Inlet.

Saturday, December 6 – Deep Cove (Open to the Public)

Deep Cove Christmas Ships Party
• Band performance
• Bonfire
• Excellent viewing from Panorama Park & Deep Cove Village waterfront

Friday, December 12 – Indian Arm (Water Access Only)

Woodlands, Brighton Beach
• For residents and boat-access properties only
• Ships will cruise close to waterfront homes

Saturday, December 13 – Belcarra & Dollarton (Water Access Only)

A coastal cruise for waterfront residents along Burrard Inlet.

Friday, December 19 – To Be Announced

Location will be confirmed closer to the date.

Saturday, December 20 – Bedwell Bay & Farrer Cove (Water Access Only)

Scenic final cruise of the season through Indian Arm.

How to Watch the Parade

Best Public Viewing Locations

• Rocky Point Park, Port Moody
• Cates Park, North Vancouver
• Belcarra Regional Park (where accessible)
• Deep Cove Waterfront (December 6 only)

Tips for Waterfront Residents

• Light up your docks – skippers appreciate it and may come closer for better viewing
• Flash your house lights or make noise – the ships respond with horn blasts

About Santa's Christmas Ships

Santa’s Christmas Ships is a volunteer-led annual tradition featuring decorated boats that sail local waters to bring holiday spirit to communities across Port Moody, North Vancouver, and Indian Arm. The parade operates independently and relies on community enthusiasm, waterfront viewing, and good weather conditions.

Stay updated with announcements and route changes on the official Facebook page:
Santa’s Christmas Ships – Official Page

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