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| July 10–12July 10–12 • North Cove Park
 

Boat Parade

Decorate your boat and join us on Lake Stevens for Aquafest's annual parade. Saturday, July 11, 2026.

This year's theme: America 250, honoring our nation's 250th anniversary.

Event Details

Saturday

July 11, 2026

3:30 PM

Lineup begins

3:45 PM

Parade start

5:15 PM

Back at dock

Location: North Cove Dock, Lake Stevens

Theme: America 250. Decorate in patriotic red, white, and blue honoring our nation's 250th anniversary.

Chair: Jeff Pegrum

Rules & Safety

Join us for a celebration of community, creativity, and safe boating. All participants must follow Washington State boating laws and these parade-specific guidelines.

  • ✓ Boating laws: All boat operators must follow Washington State boating laws and safety regulations at all times.
  • ✓ Life jackets: Life jackets and all required safety equipment must be onboard for every passenger.
  • ✓ Safe operation: No reckless operation, excessive speed, or unsafe behavior will be permitted.
  • ✓ Decoration visibility: Decorations must not obstruct the operator's visibility or the safe operation of the vessel.
  • ✓ Parade officials: Please follow parade officials' instructions throughout lineup, departure, and return.

Let's celebrate America's 250th birthday with creativity, community spirit, and safe boating. We look forward to seeing your patriotic displays on the water!

Registration

Boat registration is coming soon. We're finalizing entry details and you'll be able to pre-register your boat from this page.

Questions in the meantime? Email lakestevensaquafest@gmail.com.

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