Winterfest Sausalito

DECEMBER 13 & 14, 2025

Questions? Check out our FAQ's!

Winterfest Sausalito Lighted Boat Parade Winners 2024

CHARTER

1st Place:
#20 Hotel California, Michael Sullivan

2nd Place:
#30 Tamalpais, Angel Island Ferry

3rd Place:
#60 Just Dreaming, Laurence Murry

POWER

1st Place:
#11 Alchemy V, Peter Hanneforth

2nd Place:
#14 Guardian Fireboat, Melissa Vincent

3rd Place:
#42 Paridis, Scott Cooley

SAIL

1st Place:
#45 Freedom, Jib Martins

2nd Place:
#54 Kanaloa, Modern Sailing

3rd Place:
#26 Sugar, Koren Cohen

CLUB & FOUNDATION AWARDS

Club Cup:#11 Alchemy V, Peter Hanneforth (Sausalito Cruising Club)

Sweepstakes:#68 Stress Less, Sean Cope

Commodore’s (Enzberger):#30 Tamalpais, Angel Island Ferry

People’s Choice:#20 Hotel California, Michael Sullivan

Awards were distributed to winners at the Captain’s After Party following the parade. For those not in attendance, awards will be mailed. The Club Cup Trophy will be awarded separately at the Cruising Club.

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Lighted Boat Parade and Fireworks

December 13, 2025 | 6 -7:15pm
Sausalito Waterfront – Gabrielson Park
5:00 pm Reserved Seating Opens
6:00 pm Lighted-Boat Parade begins
7:15 pm Fireworks

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Jingle Bell 5K and Brunch

Sunday, December 14, 2025
8:30am, Jingle Bell 5K Run
Humbolt Ave, Sausalito

7:30am runner registration
8:30am race begins
9:15am kids fun run starts

Sunday, December 14, 2025
9:00 am, Brunch
The Spinnaker Restaurant

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the BEST place to watch the Parade from?

Gabrielson Park – Click here for directions

Please be aware! The waterfront area and park fill up early in the afternoon, we suggest you also look at alternatives if you are not able to find a spot if you arrive later in the evening.

Is this a Free Event?

YES!

If you would like to purchase PREMIUM seating you may as long as there is availability. It is not required to enjoy the parade!

Can I purchase Premium Seating?

YES!
Check back here on October 1st for ticket availability

NOTE: It is not required to view the parade.

If it rains, will it be cancelled?

The parade happens rain or shine!

Can we bring our dogs?

The Sausalito Police Department would like to remind dog owners that they are not allowed to let their dogs run loose in City parks and public spaces. The only exception is the Sausalito Dog Park adjacent to MLK Park.

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