PHOTO GALLERY: 26th Annual Sarasota Christmas Boat Parade

A Christmas tree with an angel on top, a wreath, Santa’s sleigh and reindeer all made of lights made this boat shine on the water Saturday, Dec. 8, during the 26th Annual Sarasota Christmas Boat Parade.

Many parade viewers enjoyed the pirate Santa boat that took part in the 26th Annual Sarasota Christmas Boat Parade of Lights Saturday, Dec. 8.

A view of the boats as they make their way towards Marina Jack.

An inflatable Santa was placed on the top of this boat that read “Let Freedom Boat Club Ring”.

A tropical scene with palm trees and plenty of bright, blue lights made this boat very eye-catching.

LED changing colored lights made this boat stand out on the water.

This boat included a manger scene and lights that spelled out “Happy Birthday Jesus Christ”.

Gloria Musicae had a yacht decorated in lights with trumpeting angels on the front and a singing choir on the back.

This tiny boat was a favorite among children since it featured the Cat in the Hat.

The Budweiser boat featured lit up Christmas trees.

This boast wished those watching a Happy Holidays and included sparkling reindeer.

This boat featured icicle lights, multicolored lights and white reindeer at the bow.

Rudolph led the way for this boat that took part in the 26th Annual Sarasota Christmas Boat Parade.

This yacht featured plenty of white and multicolored lights as well as an inflatable Santa at the bow of the boat.

Anne and Ron Rivera had a picnic with their sons Christian, 4, and Matthew, 6.

Mark and Sharon Brueck, Louise Taylor and Barbara and Jim Morrison

This sailboat had lights traveling all the way up the mast.