4th of July Boat Parade

Pillings Pond Foundation, Inc. — Annual Community Tradition

🇺🇸 Annual Pillings Pond Tradition 🇺🇸

⛵ 4th of July Boat Parade

Decorate your boat and join your neighbors on the water!

Date

July 4th

Sail Time

1:00 PM

Start

East End

End

East End

About the Parade

The Annual Pillings Pond 4th of July Boat Parade is one of the most beloved traditions on the pond. Every year on Independence Day, boaters decorate their vessels in red, white, and blue and set sail together around the full perimeter of Pillings Pond — a spectacular sight for the entire community.

Whether you're on the water or watching from shore, the parade is a true celebration of Pillings Pond and the community that loves it. All watercraft are welcome — pontoon boats, kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards alike.

📅 When

July 4th annually
Parade sails at 1:00 PM

⚓ Start & End

East End of Pillings Pond
See route map below

⛵ Who Can Join

All watercraft welcome — pontoon boats, kayaks, canoes, paddleboards

🎉 How to Participate

Decorate in red, white & blue, join at the East End at 1:00 PM, and follow the parade route

Parade Route Map

The parade departs from the East End at 1:00 PM, travels counterclockwise around the full perimeter of Pillings Pond, loops around the West End, and returns to the East End. The full route is approximately 3.2 miles.

Route shown in red. Start and End: East End of Pillings Pond. Parade sails at 1:00 PM.

A Pond Tradition

"On July 4th, the Boat Parade is a family tradition we enjoy with our community. Captain Stephen enjoys his pontoon boat during the sunset with his wife Danielle, especially with family and friends."

The parade has grown every year, bringing together longtime residents and newcomers alike. It's a reminder of why Pillings Pond is such a special place — a community resource that brings people together, year after year.

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