Reindeer On The Riverfront And Lighted Boat Parade Draws Crowd … – The Chattanoogan

Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus visit Christmas on the River

Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus visit Christmas on the River

photo by Shelia Harding Cannon

Reindeer on the Riverfront and Lighted Boat Parade was Friday, returning with even more food, artist and entertainment vendors.

The event featured live reindeer and Santa on site for free pictures, hot cocoa bar, mini-train rides, fire pits, face painting/balloon animals, and holiday tunes.

It was followed by the annual Lighted Boat Parade and fireworks presented by the Southern Belle & Erwin Marine Sales.

Event Activities:
4-6:30 p.m. – See Real Live Reindeer
4:30-7:30 p.m. – Pictures with Santa
7-8 p.m. – Lighted Boat Parade
8 p.m. – Fireworks

Reindeer on the Riverfront and Lighted Boat Parade is made possible by the Benwood Foundation and EPB.

Visitors preparing for the big event

Visitors preparing for the big event

photo by Shelia Harding Cannon