Island of Lights Christmas Flotilla at Carolina Beach

Enjoy this annual holiday spectacular of boats adorned in thousands of colorful lights in Carolina Beach, a recent Hallmark finalist for "Merriest Christmas Town." Cruising from Snows Cut to the Carolina Beach Boat Basin and back, these water crafts add to the wonderful holiday spirit! A panel of judges will be on hand to choose the winners, but onlookers get their say by texting their vote for the People's Choice award. On the day-of the flotilla, stop by the Carolina Beach Holiday Market to get a head start on Holiday shopping.

The night before, catch the annual Carolina Beach Christmas parade on Lake Park Boulevard to kick off the weekend festivities. Bring the whole family for a bright, festive weekend on the coast.