Lake Macquarie’s iconic fluorescent flotilla is set to brighten local shores and spirits when the family favourite ‘Float Your Boat’ parade returns in June 2025.
Rug up and head on down to the…
Lake Macquarie’s iconic fluorescent flotilla is set to brighten local shores and spirits when the family favourite ‘Float Your Boat’ parade returns in June 2025.
Rug up and head on down to the shores of Lake Macquarie to watch boats in a rainbow of colour cruise past in the flotilla parade and be vying for the Mayors’ Choice Award and Newcastle Permanent’s People’s Choice Award for best light display.
You can join in on the family fun at the live sites which include live music, roaming illuminated performances, entertainment, children's activities and food trucks.
Get involved - They are looking for boaties, friends of boat owners, community groups, school groups, artists or lovers of Lake Macquarie to help them light up the lake by decorating your boat in lights and taking part in the Float Your Boat flotilla in 2025. Participation is free to enter and you go in the draw to win up to AUD1000 in cash prizes. Find out more and register via the website to learn more.
