Newport Beach Holiday Lights Cruises & Ring of Lights 2026

Holiday Lights Cruises with Davey’s Locker offer a chance to cruise through Newport Harbor
and experience the famous Ring of Lights throughout the holiday season.
It’s an easy way to turn a December evening into a holiday tradition for families, date
nights, visiting friends, and groups looking for something festive to do in Newport Beach.

What Is the Newport Beach Ring of Lights?

The Ring of Lights is the land-based counterpart to the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade.

Throughout Newport Harbor, waterfront homes, docks, and businesses go all-out for the
holidays with elaborate light displays and decorations. The result is an illuminated
harbor that can be enjoyed throughout the season, not just during the five nights of the
Christmas Boat Parade.

From the water, you’ll get a unique view of the decorated waterfront as you cruise
through Newport Harbor.

Holiday Lights Cruises in Newport Beach

Davey’s Locker offers Holiday Lights Cruises throughout the holiday season,
giving visitors more opportunities to experience Newport Harbor after dark.

Rather than watching the lights from one location on shore, a harbor cruise takes you
through the celebration so you can see decorated homes, yachts, docks, and waterfront
displays along the way.

Cruises are available on select nights during the holiday season, with multiple evening
departure times.

A Southern California Holiday Tradition

Snow may be optional in Southern California, but holiday lights on the harbor are not.

A Holiday Lights Cruise is a great option for:

• Families looking for a festive night out
• Couples planning a holiday date night
• Friends and family visiting from out of town
• Holiday gatherings and celebrations
• Anyone looking for a different way to experience Christmas in Orange County

And because the Ring of Lights celebration extends beyond the official Boat Parade dates,
there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy Newport Harbor during the holiday season.

Holiday Lights vs. the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade

While the two celebrations are connected, they aren’t quite the same experience.

The Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade takes place over five nights
and features decorated boats traveling through Newport Harbor as part of the official parade.

The Ring of Lights and Holiday Lights Cruises let visitors enjoy the
decorated waterfront and holiday atmosphere on additional nights throughout the season.

If your visit doesn’t line up with the Boat Parade, you can still experience plenty
of holiday magic on Newport Harbor.

See Newport Beach Light Up From the Water

There’s something different about seeing Newport Beach during the holidays from the
harbor itself.

Bundle up, bring your favorite people, and enjoy an evening surrounded by lights,
decorated boats, waterfront homes, and one of Southern California’s favorite holiday
destinations.

Ready to experience the Ring of Lights?

Book your 2026 Newport Beach Holiday Lights Cruise tickets with Davey’s Locker
and celebrate the season from the water.