Thanksgiving weekend wouldn't be complete without the Jacksonville Light Parade. Each year, boats of every shape and size are imaginatively adorned with decorations that captivate senses and stimulate imaginations. Seafarers and landlubbers of all ages are sure to be dazzled by the area's largest lighted boat parade.

I’m honored to be a judge at the this year’s Jacksonville Light Parade Saturday night. Boaters. Christmas Lights. Fireworks. What else do you need to know?

The 2009 parade will make two laps. It begins at Metropolitan Park, travels along the Northbank past The Jacksonville Landing and circles to the Southbank. The route continues along the Southbank, under the Main Street Bridge, past the Navy Memorial statue and down to the Duval County School Board Building.

It’s going to be a good time, so head Downtown to the Northbank or Southbank for the show. There will be street closures so check out the event page. If you have more questions about the show, City of Jacksonville has you covered:

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