Clarksville, TN – On Saturday night, September 8th, sit back and watch as the Cumberland River is illuminated in a majestic display of floating lights during the 5th Annual Riverfest Lighted Boat Parade. Don’t want to just be a bystander in the show? Enter your boat in the festivities and you may even come home with an award!
Judging will take place at the McGregor Park courtesy boat dock. Locations throughout McGregor Park during the Riverfest Celebration will offer public viewing. In the event of inclement weather, boats will be judged at the Montgomery County Conservation Club and boats will not be expected to travel the parade route. Award results will be announced onstage after the completion of the parade.
[1]The Lighted Boat Parade at Riverfest
Hours
- Parade line up begins at 6:00pm.
- First boat will depart at 7:20pm.
Cost
$10.00 per boat.
Classes
- Pontoon Boats
- Boats up-to-23 feet
- Boats over 23-feet
Awards
Trophies will be awarded for each class first, second, and third place winners judged by the following criteria:
Theme
- Amount of Lights
- Use of Music
- Use of Costumes and Other Décor
How To Enter
If you’re interested in being a part of the parade, download the entry form. Send your completed form along with a copy of your boat insurance certificate and payment to:
The Montgomery County Conservation Club
1128 North Seven Mile Ferry Road
Clarksville, TN 37040
For more information, contact Debbie Nunn at nunn59@charter.net [2], or call 931.320.1651.