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SEA ROCKET TAKES ON THE SEMINOLE HARD ROCK WINTERFEST BOAT PARADE

Boat with festive lights and a Santa figure at night, skyscrapers and palm trees in the background.

The Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade is one of Fort Lauderdale’s most iconic holiday traditions — and this year marked a huge milestone for us at Sea Rocket. For the first time ever, we proudly participated in the parade, joining dozens of beautifully decorated vessels cruising the Intracoastal in front of thousands of spectators.

With this year’s official theme, “Yacht Rock of Ages,” Sea Rocket brought our own twist to the water with a bold and patriotic theme: Born in the USA — celebrating energy, music, and community in true South Florida style.

 

Our First Winterfest Experience

Being our first year in the Winterfest Boat Parade, the experience was unforgettable. From the excitement of parade night to the weeks of preparation and collaboration leading up to it, participating gave us the opportunity to connect with local businesses, creators, and the Fort Lauderdale community in a whole new way.

The parade allowed us to showcase Sea Rocket beyond our daily tours — highlighting our brand, our vibe, and our passion for creating memorable experiences on the water.

Two men in SOFLO shirts and caps smiling on a boat at night.

Meet Our Incredible Sponsors

We were honored to collaborate with several amazing local sponsors who helped bring our vision to life:

 SoFlo Construction Group

A trusted South Florida construction company known for quality craftsmanship and reliability. Their support helped elevate our presence in the parade, and we’re grateful to partner with a business that values community and excellence.

 Nikki DeLuca Fitness

Nikki DeLuca Fitness is all about empowering people to feel strong, confident, and healthy. Having a fitness-focused brand onboard added energy and positivity to our float — perfectly aligned with the Sea Rocket lifestyle.

Aries Physical Therapy

Aries Physical Therapy focuses on helping people move better, recover faster, and stay active. Their mission pairs perfectly with Sea Rocket’s adventurous, active audience, making this collaboration a natural fit.

Three people smiling on a boat, wearing 'Aries Physical Therapy' shirts, with a city and decorated boats in background.

High-Energy Music Onboard

Keeping the party going all night were some incredible DJs who brought nonstop energy to the boat:

From classic hits to high-energy mixes, the music set the tone and made sure Sea Rocket stood out as we cruised along the parade route.

DJ performing on a boat with city buildings and decorated boats in the background.

 Special Guests & Creators Onboard

We were also joined by an amazing group of guests, creators, and talent who helped make the night even more memorable:

Along with local influencers:

Their presence helped capture and share the experience with audiences both locally and beyond.

Four people in festive hats smiling and holding drinks on a boat with night lights.

Born in the USA Meets Yacht Rock of Ages

With the overall parade theme being Yacht Rock of Ages, Sea Rocket’s Born in the USA concept brought bold lights, patriotic flair, and nonstop fun to the water. The combination of music, lights, and energy made for an unforgettable night and a strong debut in one of Fort Lauderdale’s biggest events.

Want to Watch the Winterfest Boat Parade on TV?

If you didn’t catch the parade live or want to relive the magic, the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade will be airing on TV at the following times:

Miami

WSVN Channel 7
 Friday, 12/19/25 from 7:00–8:00 PM
Thursday, 12/25/25 from 5:00–6:00 AM
Thursday, 12/25/25 from 12:00–1:00 PM
Thursday, 1/1/26 from 5:00–6:00 AM
Thursday, 1/1/26 from 12:00–1:00 PM

ABC Miami
 Thursday, 12/25/26 from 5:00–6:00 AM
Thursday, 1/1/26 from 5:00–6:00 AM
Thursday, 1/1/26 from 12:00–1:00 PM

Boston

WLVI
 Saturday, 12/20/25 from 4:00–5:00 PM

WHDH
 Thursday, 12/25/25 from 10:00–11:00 AM

Group of people smiling on a boat with city buildings and palm trees in the background.

Looking Ahead

Participating in the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade for the first time was an incredible experience — and just the beginning. We’re excited to take everything we learned and come back even bigger in the years ahead.

Thank you to our sponsors, DJs, guests, and everyone who supported Sea Rocket during this special night. We can’t wait to see what next year brings.

Interested in Being Part of Next Year’s Winterfest Boat Parade?

Our first year participating in the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade was an incredible experience, and we’re already looking ahead to next year. If you’re a local business, brand, creator, or sponsor interested in being part of Sea Rocket’s boat for a future Winterfest parade, we’d love to connect.

From brand exposure and social media promotion to being part of one of Fort Lauderdale’s most iconic events, there are exciting opportunities to get involved.

Reach out to us to learn more about sponsorship and collaboration opportunities for next year’s parade.

People on a festive boat at night, smiling and waving, with a city backdrop.

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