The Christmas By The Sea Parade is annually held on the first Saturday in December RAIN OR SHINE!! This event runs right through the heart of Town along East Oak Island Drive, and boasts some of the largest crowds outside of the Town's founding celebration, Beach Day.

The parade joins in a series of events that last the entire weekend, and includes the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and the Holiday Market, both which are held in the Middleton Park Complex, located at 4610 E Dolphin Drive.

Previously organized by the Oak Island-Southport Chambers of Commerce, the Town of Oak Island became the sole organizer and primary sponsor of the Parade in 2023.

Parade Entry Registration

The only thing more exciting than watching the Christmas By The Sea Parade, is being in it!  Growing the parade by participating as an entrant helps to make everyone's season a little brighter and happier!

If you or an organization you represent would like to participate in the parade, the registration form and information can be downloaded at the link provided below (when available): 

CLICK HERE to Submit a Parade Entry Application