2021 Winterfest Newsletter

VOL . 27 | ISSUE 1 | NOVEMBER 2021

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The Tradition Continues...

WINTERFEST® 2021 Winterfest® is BACK for our 50th Anniversary Celebration. The 12-mile Holiday Block Party along the Parade Route will be Saturday, December 11th. We are inviting our community, visitors, television, and online audiences to enjoy this year’s Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest® Boat Parade. Fort Lauderdale’s Downtown, New River and Intracoastal Waterway will turn into a Floating Anniversary Party. Families, friends, and community partners will come together to celebrate the magic of Winterfest®.

Paddleboarders, kayakers and boats 20’ and under – be a part of the Parade’s pre-show excitement!

Fishing boats (20”+), pontoons, barges, and mega yachts can enter their privately-owned vessel for only $35. Enter your vessel today and bring the holiday season to life!

Don’t own a boat?You can still join the celebration!

Sit back, relax and get tickets to view the Parade.

“The World’s Most Watched Boat Parade” captivates over 1 million spectators annually.

We are so excited to celebrate this milestone with you. Be a part of it! Don’t miss out! Enter your boat, purchase tickets or become a partner.

Happy Holidays!

See you at the Parade.

Mark Swenson Chairman of the Board

Lisa Scott-Founds President & CEO

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WINTERFEST® FREE FAMILY FUN DAY PRESENTED BY

NOVEMBER 21ST FROM 10 A.M. – 3 P.M. HUIZENGA PLAZA – 32 E. LAS OLAS BOULEVARD • FORT LAUDERDALE E XCITI N G FR EE AC TIVITI E S

• Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Face Painting, Balloon Art, Bounce Houses • SOS Ocean Conservation Village • Mascot Photo opportunities and Santa Photo Booth • LaCroix Samples • Catabella Express Train, Polar Express Slide • Free bicycle helmets from Epilepsy Florida (while supplies last) • South Florida Ford display and prize wheel • Live Entertainment by the Shane Duncan Band • WSVN Channel 7 filming • Fifth Third Bank NASCAR Show Car • Soccer Collies

• Florida Panthers’ activation • Pet Rescue Row featuring the Humane Society of Broward Co., Abandoned Pet Rescue, South Florida Wildlife Center, Beyond Nine Cat Rescue, Everglades Abandoned Dog Rescue, Bird Lovers and more • Broadway Across America, Flamingo Gardens, Museum of Discovery Science, The For Paul Foundation, YMCA, and story time with POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance • College Snow Mountain • Bounce houses, give-a-ways, kids’ games, and SO MUCH MORE! Celebrate 24 years of Family Fun with Winterfest®!

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SENSATIONAL SHOWBOATS

PARADE WATCHERS WAVE TO THE CAMERAS

Musician Ryan Cabrera

In memory of Dr. William Zenga Residents and businesses located along the Intracoastal Waterway and the New River can be a part of the Parade by decorating their property or dock on Parade Night, December 11. The cameras will be focused on the Parade AND the lights on shore. WSVN Channel 7 will feature the best of the best of decorated homes and businesses along the Parade route in our one-hour television special. Be sure to give your best wave to photographers and film crew aboard the Grand Marshal Showboat - the South Beach Lady on PARADE NIGHT. Upload your photos with the hashtag #WF50.

Fifth Third Bank proudly supports Winterfest® 2021 THE OFFICIAL BANK AND SPONSOR OF THE GRAND MARSHAL SHOWBOAT Fifth Third Bank. National Association, Member FDIC.

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SEMINOLE HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO proudly produces the

Presented by

Susan Renneisen – Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Lisa Scott-Founds – Winterfest, Inc., David Boothe – Republic National Distributing Company and Roxana Garciga – Republic National Distributing Company. Gowns by Zola Keller gowns.

In association with

DECEMBER 4TH

2021 Commodore: Shane Strum and 2021 Belle of the Ball: Renee Korbel Quinn

Committee Members: Ginny Fujino, Wendy Liebowitz, Micki Scavone, John Moorman, Lori Perlman, Ana Calderon Randazzo, and Susan Phipps

The Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest® Black Tie Ball presented by Broward Health kicks off the Holiday Season in style on Saturday, December 4th. A Winter Wonderland reflecting the hit Broadway Musical Disney’s FROZEN. Guests will be transported to the Norwegian-inspired kingdom of Arendelle through highlights of the Broadway play, with additional entertainment presented by DEX Imaging featuring the 12-piece band, Private Stock. The Welcome Reception featuring Republic National Distributing Company will have cocktails, bubbles, wines, and spirits flowing: Fireball Whisky, Brugal Rum, Botanist Gins, Remy Martin, Cointreau Liqueur with wines from 13 Celsius, Benziger Tribute, Chloe, and Cupcake.

Guests won’t miss a beat of the evening as they bid in the Fidelity Investments Silent Auction. Attendance at the event is not required to bid on items. Simply visit Winterfest.home.qtego.net and start bidding TODAY on jewelry, cruises, experiences, vacations, airline tickets from Spirit Airlines, sports memorabilia, and much more. Some of the Live auction highlights include: a Carroll’s Jewelers Shopping Spree, a Casa Calabria / Ocean Manor Resort Party with options to host a party for 18, 100 or 175 guests, valued at $12,000, a Savior-Faire yachting experience with Below Deck Star Captain Lee, and a stay at the Pink Sands Resort in Harbor Island Bahamas.

Ball Co-Chairs Susan Renneisen and Roxana Garciga will be fashionistas wearing Zola Keller gowns. Attendees will be able take fun photos compliments of UKG and receive swag bags compliments of Fifth Third Bank. This year, we honor two longtime supporters and board members of Winterfest®; Renee Korbel Quinn and Shane Strum. The Black Tie Ball is the perfect holiday event in anticipation of the 50th Annual Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest® Boat Parade. Tables of 10 range from $3,000-$4,000. ($5,000 tables are sold out). View your digital invite at https://winterfestparade.com/events/black-tie-ball

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BOATERS - SMILE FOR THE CAMERAS - WAVE TO THE JUDGES

ENTER YOUR BOAT FOR ONLY $35 AND BE ON TV

PRE-SHOW STARTS AT 6 PM/PARADE STARTS AT 6:30 PM DECEMBER 11TH Parade entries fees start at only $35 to be part of the 50th anniversary celebration of the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest® Boat Parade! From kayaks to yachts, and paddle boards to catamarans, all are welcome to take part in this year’s theme, “50 Years of Hard Rockin’ Fun ... Winterfest 2021” by decorating their Parade entries. All participants will have the opportunity to be on television and are automatically qualified to compete in the “People’s Choice Awards” sponsored by Spirit Airlines.

So come out and support your community by participating in Winterfest®! As the master of your vessel, you can decorate your entry in holiday or Parade theme. Millions will be watching so adorn your vessel to amaze and delight. Image360 Lauderhill will provide the boat number signage. Show your giving spirit by adding a sign for a charity during the holiday season.

There will be several camera crews on hand for the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest® Boat Parade. WSVN Channel 7 will film from the Riverside Hotel on Las Olas Boulevard and Stranahan House. The live version will be sent to the City of Fort Lauderdale’s channel 78. WSVN will also stream to expand the event’s digital footprint around the world. Boaters, remember to also wave to the judges in this area.

Staging is west of the Stranahan House with the Parade in true procession starting at Stranahan House. Looking for a place to view on the New River? Consider locations such as the Riverside Hotel or Salt 7 at the Parade’s start and the Downtowner in the middle of the staging area.

BOATERS WE NEED YOU TO BE CONTROL BOATS Where would we be without our amazing volunteers, boating clubs, and Coast Guard Auxiliaries to coordinate our Official Control Boat Fleet? Control Boats are the additional eyes and ears of the Parade that also maintain the “line” between the Parade participants and spectators. If you would like to help as a Control Boat while having an awesome view, please contact the Winterfest® office at 954-767-0686. All Control Boats receive a great goodie bag, an opportunity to win raffle prizes, and are invited to our Volunteer Party in March.

CAPTAIN’S MEETING DECEMBER 7, 5:30 - 8:00 P.M. This meeting is mandatory for Parade participants to attend. The Captains’ Meeting will include a review of rules, regulations, and line-up information with instruction from U.S. Coast Guard, Fort Lauderdale Marine Patrol and Parade organizers. Dinner and cocktails will be provided after the meeting with the support of Frank & Jimmie’s Propeller and FB Marine Group, hosted

by Karma Broward. Every Parade entry will receive a well-stocked goodie bag with a souvenir burgee and souvenir 50th Anniversary Pin.

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Britt Lanier Winterfest® Boat Parade Chairman

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WINTERFEST ® MERCHANDISE Get an early jump on your holiday shopping by purchasing Winterfest® gear by visiting winterfestparade. com or calling 954-767-0686.

Merchandise is now on sale and available. One-of-a-kind items such as hand-painted ornaments and Winterfest® charms, including the special 50th Anniversary edition. The annual Winterfest® charm is designed

by Carroll’s Jewelers, and Winterfest® ornaments are designed by Pat Anderson.

Winterfest® charms are designed by Carroll’s Jewelers

PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD YOU BE THE JUDGE

PICK WHICH PARADE ENTRY WINS AND YOU COULD WIN ROUND TRIP TRAVEL ON SPIRIT AIRLINES

Whether you are enjoying the Parade from home, aboard a boat or on the shore, you can vote for your favorite entry to win the People’s Choice Award. This is a great way to honor the hard work of a boat owner or organization (vote daily until January 8).

DOWNLOAD THE WINTERFEST® APP POWERED BY For additional details and rules, visit Winterfestparade.com.

Winterfest® ornaments designed

by Pat Anderson

2021 POSTER ARTIST MEET CHARLES FAZZINO ON NOV. 18TH Winterfest® is pleased to have internationally renowned 3-D Pop Artist, Charles Fazzino, as the official artist of the 50th Anniversary of Winterfest® Poster. Fazzino will unveil the original artwork at the Wentworth Gallery at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood on November 18th. The public is invited to the opening and will have the opportunity to mingle with celebrities such as Miami Dolphins player Emmanuel Ogbah. This is the third Winterfest® poster designed by the acclaimed 3-D artist.

Charles Fazzino is well known for his extravagant and vivid 3-D New York City scenes. Some of his most recent commissioned artwork includes poster art for the Olympics, NFL Super Bowl, and NASCAR Nextel Cup Series.

“We are honored to have an internationally recognized artist to create the poster for our milestone anniversary,” said Lisa ScottFounds, President and CEO of Winterfest® Inc. “Fazzino’s use of vibrant colors and celebratory images truly reflect the vision for this year’s Parade.”.

2021 JUDGES: Melissa Milroy Chair Elect, Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce Rear Admiral Brendan C. McPherson United States Coast Guard - Sector 7 Nathalie Rodriguez iHeartMedia / News Anchor / On-air Personality Carlos Melendez President Elect, Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie REALTOR® Stacy Ritter President & CEO, Visit Lauderdale Dean Trantalis Mayor, City of Fort Lauderdale And YOU!

FOUNDING SPONSORS

ABOUT SEMINOLE HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood is the flagship integrated resort of Hard Rock International, owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida. This renowned entertainment, gaming and hospitality destination unveiled a $1.5 billion expansion in 2019, highlighting the debut of the world’s first and only Guitar Hotel. Between three hotel towers, the resort boasts 1,271 luxury guestrooms. Amenities include a 42,000 square-foot Rock Spa® & Salon; a 13.5acre recreational water experience for watersports; private “Bora Bora” style cabanas; more than 15 food and beverage outlets; an expansive gaming floor with 3,000 slots, 193 table games and a 45-table poker room; 120,000 square feet of premier meeting and convention space; and a 26,000 square-foot retail promenade. Hard Rock Live, the resort’s entertainment venue, showcases A-list entertainers and performers, sporting events and live broadcast productions in an intimate 7,000-person capacity setting.

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MARIO LOPEZ REVEALED AS THE 2021 GRAND MARSHAL The Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest® Boat Parade revealed twotime Emmy-winning television host, nationwide iHeartMedia radio host, author, and YouTube superstar, Mario Lopez, as the Grand Marshal of the 50th annual Parade taking place Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021. Lopez is one of the most iconic faces of television and best known from his early days on “Saved by the Bell” and dancing on the hit show, “Dancing with the Stars.”

“We are excited to have Mario Lopez as the celebrity Grand Marshal to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Winterfest® and the holiday season,” said Lisa Scott-Founds, President and CEO. “Lopez has won many hearts with his mesmerizing charm and charismatic presence on TV and Broadway.”

Lopez will appear onboard the Fifth Third Bank Grand Marshal Showboat in the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest® Boat Parade on Dec. 11. He will be waving and greeting the spectators along the 12-mile Parade route as it sails along the New River, Intracoastal, and the Parade Public Viewing Area presented by Baptist Health towards Pompano Beach.

He has recently appeared on the NBC hit drama “This is Us” and the CW series “Jane the Virgin.” Lopez has also appeared on “Brooklyn 99,” “The Rookie,” and served as a recurring voice on “Elena of Avalor” with his daughter Gia. He played Dr. Mike Hamoui on F/X network’s popular show “Nip/Tuck.” Lopez previously starred in the highest-rated program in ABC Family history, “Holiday in Handcuffs” and also starred opposite Mark Consuelos in the made-for-TV movie, “Husband for Hire.”

Lopez has also appeared on the FOX and FOX Sports Networks on the shows The X Factor, LA Fight Club as well as EXTRA TV. Parade enthusiasts are invited to show their love for the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest® Boat Parade by voting in USA Today, 10Best Readers’ Choice for the favorite holiday parade in North America.

Parade-goers are allowed to vote once a day until Dec. 6 at 12 p.m. by visiting https://www.10best. com/awards/travel/best-holidayparade-2021/.

Mario Lopez will also appear at the private Winterfest® Grand Marshal Reception presented by University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center on Friday, Dec. 10. The reception will 2021 Grand Marshal honor Lopez, the Winterfest® Foundation’s Jr. Captain Violet Martin MARIO LOPEZ from the Florida Youth Orchestra, the University of Miami Sylvester will be onboard the Comprehensive Cancer Center Child Ambassador Jordan Levy, and Fifth Third Bank celebrity guests. The evening will include a special performance by Grand Marshal Showboat violinist Steve Avi, and celebrity appearances by founding member of NSYNC Joey Fatone and Bravo’s Below Deck Captain Lee. Lopez recently joined “Access Hollywood” and has signed a development deal with NBC/Universal. He also hosts the nationwide iHeartMedia radio shows, “On with Mario Lopez” and “iHeartRadio Countdown with Mario Lopez.” Lopez has also launched a YouTube channel called “The Lopez Family” featuring his wife Courtney, their two children and their two dogs.

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SEMINOLE HARD ROCK WINTERFEST® GRAND MARSHAL RECEPTION PRESENTED BY

The reception will honor the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest® Boat Parade Grand Marshal Mario Lopez, Jr. Captain, University of Miami Sylvester Cancer Center Child Ambassador, representatives from the USS Fort Lauderdale, and celebrity guests at the hotel pool. Drinks will be flowing courtesy of Republic National Distributing Company. The night will feature special guests, entertainment and a fun photo booth compliments of Supreme Lending.

Captain Lee Bravo’s “Below Deck”

Joey Fatone founding member of *NSYNC

Danielle De Mott Ms. International World Classic

Special Performance by Violinist Steven Avi

Britt Ogonofski Ms. International World Petite

Jasmine Govan Ms. International World Global

Jordan Levy Cancer Survivor and 2021 Child Ambassador

Cinthya Hernandez Ms. Latina International

Ashley Carino Miss Florida USA

Breanna Myles Miss Florida Teen USA

Representatives from the USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD28)

WINTERFEST® TELEVISION SPECIAL ONE HOUR SPECIAL:

Winterfest® Television Special is shared around the state through a network partnership with WSVN and Bally Sports Sun and is rebroadcast throughout the holiday season.

SOUTH FLORIDA: Watch the Winterfest® Television Special on WSVN 7 on December 24 (7 p.m.), December 25 (5 a.m. and 12 noon) and January 1 (5 a.m. and 12 noon).

SEE IT LIVE: LOCALLY: The ‘World’s Most Watched Boat Parade” can be

seen live on Fort Lauderdale’s city station – Comcast Channel 78.

Check our website for details and video highlights of events throughout the season.

BOSTON: Sister stations will air the Parade December 26 at 5-6 p.m. (WHDH) and January 1 at 3-4 p.m. (WLVI).

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Santa DROP OFF YOUR LETTER INTO BROWARD HEALTH SANTA MAILBOXES Broward Health is going to help you get your letter to Santa. Look for Santa Mailboxes at the following locations: • Broward Health Medical Center 1600 S. Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 • Broward Health North 201 E. Sample Road, Deerfield Beach, FL 33064 • Broward Health Imperial Point 6401 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 • Broward Health Coral Springs 3000 Coral Hills Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33065 • Riverside Hotel 620 East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301 • Stranahan House 335 SE 6th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 • Dania Pointe 139 South Compass Way, Dania Beach, FL 33004

STORYTIME WITH SANTA PRESENTED BY JOE DIMAGGIO CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL DECEMBER 18

Register today to have Storytime with Santa from your home on December 18 at 7:00 PM. The first 100 families to register will receive a complimentary book from Santa’s library* (thanks to UBS Financial – the Garvin Financial Team). Forgot to register? Don’t worry, just tune in on Winterfest’s® Facebook page to enjoy Storytime with Santa – thanks to Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and Visit Lauderdale. The video reading of “Twas the Night Before Christmas” will remain active with links on all of Winterfest’s® social media platforms and website. * The first 100 families will receive the new holiday book Neil Goldberg’s “POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance”

• African-American Research Library and Cultural Center 2650 Sistrunk Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 You might even catch the Jolly Ol’ Man himself walking along our beautiful downtown area.

WINTERFEST® DECO DREAM GET-AWAY CONTEST VISIT PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS MID-NOV. THRU DEC. 6, 2021 Visit Winterfestparade.com for details on how to enter this contest as well as • Holiday Shopping via our Online Auction • Santa Sightings – download the Winterfest® App to see if Santa is spending some of his vacation near you!

• Storytime with Santa – a virtual experience with the first 100 households that register receiving a copy of a book from Santa’s library.

• Have a Letter for Santa? Look on our website or Santa App for drop off locations.

• Holiday Lights Cruises on a specially decorated Water Taxi – relax and enjoy the City of Fort Lauderdale’s waterways

• If You Decorate It – We Want To See It! Submit a photo in our Decorating Contest –home or business (exterior, dock, balcony, porch, etc.)

• Festive Pet Costume Contest – show us your cutest holiday pets! Chewy gift cards to the winners!

• Looking to be creative? We have DIY Ornament making videos and recipes for Hannukah and Christmas – thanks to Publix Super Markets.

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512 N.E. Third Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 954-767-0686 • www.WinterfestParade.com

A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.” REGISTRATION#: CH843

, THERE S AN APP FOR THAT!

PARADE TRACKER POWERED BY FORD The Winterfest® app offers links to the Winterfest® website for visitor’s info, hotel specials, a map of the Parade route, tickets, event information, music, coloring pages and a Parade Tracker. Track Santa’s Sleigh (aboard the Jungle Queen), as well as the Grand Marshal Showboat sponsored by Fifth Third Bank as they navigate the Parade route throughout our host city – Fort Lauderdale. Vote for your favorite boat by clicking on the image in the app. All boat entries will be listed. (Msg and data rates may apply) USA 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade was noted as one of the top 20 Holiday Parades

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PARADE VIEWING AREA SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11

in association with

and

NEW LOCATION: Las Olas Intracoastal Promenade Park 80 Las Olas Circle, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 Culinary Courtyard presented by Enjoy an up close and personal view of the Parade from this location. A festival atmosphere will include live bands on the City of Fort Lauderdale Stage, food and your favorite Coke products will be available for purchase in the Stella Artois Culinary Courtyard. Interactive games and fun for the whole family, including a sampling from our friends at LaCroix. Ford vehicles will be on display; spin the wheel to win prizes. A Big City Dogs Band concert will kick off the afternoon and after the Parade, the Shane Duncan Band will be in concert. Sit back and relax and enjoy all this area has to offer. Our MC for the day is Frankie P from Y100 and Parade commentary will be provided by Drew from Y100.

The gates open at 4pm and the Parade is expected to arrive at 7pm in the area (Parade starts at 6:30 in downtown along the Riverwalk).

Tickets are $15 for children 10 and younger, and $25 for adults.

Parking is available at the City Garage, Bahia Mar, Beach Place (and other locations TBA) Rideshare is encouraged.

PARADE GOES ON RAIN OR SHINE! There are no refunds, no exceptions.

No pets, cans, drones, chairs, or coolers are permitted inside the gated Parade Viewing area.

BRIDGE OPENINGS & CLOSINGS SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11

CLOSINGS WILL BE IN EFFECT:

• New River closes at 2:30 p.m. to non-Parade vessels from the Fork near Little Florida, West of Cooley’s Landing (2606993N, 08009192W) East to Marker 9 • Intracoastal Waterway will close at 5:20 p.m. from Port Everglades to Oakland Park Bridge South 6:20 p.m. North of Oakland Park Bridge to Lake Santa Barbara • Parade staging/Line Up 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. ALL Parade Vessels, New River • Preshow: 6 p.m. / Parade Start Time: 6:30 p.m., SHARP

NO ANCHORING ZONES

• No anchor zones" will be enforced throughout the New River and Birch State Park.

• Visit www.winterfestparade.com/where-can-i-anchor-a-spectator-boat to view the route

Make it a Winterfest® weekend with discounted hotel packages at winterfestparade.com.

BRIDGE CLOSINGS FOR ROAD TRAFFIC (Bridge times are approximate) UP DOWN 7th Avenue Bridge . . . . . . . 6:00 p.m. ...... 8:30 p.m.

FEC Railroad Bridge . . . . . . 6:00 p.m. ...... 8:30 p.m.

Andrews Avenue . . . . . . . . 6:00 p.m. ...... 8:30 p.m.

Third Avenue Bridge . . . . . 6:00 p.m. ...... 8:30 p.m.

Las Olas Boulevard . . . . . . 7:00 p.m. ......9:00 p.m.

NEW PARADE VIEWING: Las Olas Intracoastal Promenade Park Sunrise Boulevard . . . . . . . .7:30 p.m. ...... 9:30 p.m.

Oakland Park Boulevard . . 8:00 p.m. .... 10:00 p.m.

Commercial Boulevard . . . 8:30 p.m. .... 11:00 p.m.

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VIP PARADE VIEWING PRESENTED BY

AT LAURA WARD RIVERWALK PLAZA Community leaders and Winterfest® sponsors will enjoy the most coveted location to watch the Parade hosted between the Historic Stranahan House and renowned Riverside Hotel. Guests will mingle amongst hosts for the Winterfest® television show and Parade judges as they enjoy delectable food and cocktails from Wild Sea Oyster Bar & Grille, Boathouse at the Riverside, and area restaurants with beverages from Republic National Distributing Company, Stella Artois, and LaCroix. Hotwire Communications, Holy Cross Health and Nova Southeastern University are the key sponsors of this beautiful shoreline VIP viewing area. Historically, the Seminoles would travel along the New River by canoe and trade with the Stranahan Family. Because of this history, the Stranahan House is the perfect starting point for this holiday tradition. THIS AREA IS A SPONSOR ONLY EVENT: Want a Ticket? Become a Partner.

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2021 CAPTAIN S CUP AWARDS HOSTED BY GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU All Parade Participants and Sponsors are invited to the Captains’ Cup in 2022.

EVERYONE IS TREATED LIKE A STAR at this event the focus is on our boaters in the Parade.

Parade participants receive two (2) tickets to this incredible event and receive a photo of their entry, and copies of the Winterfest® Television Special produced by WSVN Channel 7.

This is the most exciting time of the year, so let’s give each other a reason to smile!

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THE VOTES ARE IN! WINTERFEST® FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2021 JR. CAPTAIN: VIOLET MARTIN

representing the Florida Youth Orchestra

Congratulate 15-year-old Violet Martin as the 2021 Winterfest® Jr. Captain powered by FPL & TWO MEN AND A TRUCK. She is one of 400 children in the Florida Youth Orchestra who play beautiful music throughout Broward County. Outside of its’ orchestral program, FYO’s Steps program serves at risk children at title 1 schools who would not otherwise have a musical education. FYO’s No Limits program provides free lessons, instruments, self-esteem, and pride to children with autism or down syndrome because music should be a part of everyone’s life.

FYO has fostered Violet’s love of music for eight years. Starting at seven years old in FYO’s beginner orchestra, Violet worked her way up to principal violoist of FYO’s highest level orchestra. During the pandemic, Violet volunteered her musical skills to teach violin lessons to children facing economic challenges and volunteered with FYO’s summer camp. Violet is also a competitive sailor!

The Winterfest® Jr. Captain was created as a legacy to 15-year-old Amanda Blake who battled osteosarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer. This young cancer warrior was introduced to Winterfest® by the Wasie Foundation and the Jessica June Children’s Cancer Foundation; she became an angelic face of hope in the battle against all odds. This year marks the 12th annual Jr. Captain program. Former Wasie Foundation representative, Jen Klaassens with Lisa ScottFounds, President & CEO of Winterfest®, Inc. along with Event Director, Dawn Read Diehl, met Amanda prior to losing her battle. This monumental meeting changed the Parade’s waterway tradition forever. Amanda’s legacy continues as Winterfest® honors a child annually with the title of Winterfest® Jr. Captain of the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest® Boat Parade. Help us with our Mission and donate TODAY! Take your mobile phone out. View this QR Code in your camera app – you will be instantly directed to our Foundation website WinterfestFoundation.org.

CALLING ALL BROWARD COUNTY STUDENTS IN KINDERGARTEN thru 5TH GRADE!

WINTERFEST® FOUNDATION FANTASY BOAT STUDENT ART CONTEST Contest brought to you by

CREATE YOUR FANTASY BOAT WITH A CHARACTER ON PAPER OR COMPUTER YOUR CHARACTER MAY COME TO LIFE Submit your original 8.5” x 11” artwork by the February 2022 Deadline for the 18th annual Winterfest Foundation Fantasy Boat Student Art Contest on PAPER using crayons, pencils, paints, markers OR your COMPUTER using Microsoft “Paint” Program.

FIRST PLACE IN EACH CATEGORY WILL RECEIVE A LAPTOP COURTESY OF DANIA POINTE FIRST, SECOND & THIRD PLACE WINNERS WILL BE AWARDED IN THREE CATEGORIES GRADES K/1, 2/3, 4/5 PLUS, HONORABLE MENTIONS and prizes for the winners’ schools.

HIGHLIGHT: A Character from one submission will become a “Costume Creation” brought to life by the creator of the children’s book POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance.

SPECIALTY AWARDS: GUY HARVEY OCEAN FOUNDATION AWARD and MUSEUM AWARD. For Rules & Release Forms: WinterfestFoundation.org

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MEET THE TEAM

“The Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest® Boat Parade is a spectacular, timehonored tradition for Greater Fort Lauderdale’s spirited coastal culture – where we celebrate everything on our scenic waterways. In its 50th year, it continuously ranks as one of the world’s top boat parades and is considered a holiday treasure for both locals and visitors. Every year, the grand caravan of illuminated boats are more festive and captivating than ever before.”

Stacy Ritter

Stacy Ritter, President and CEO, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau L to R: Kathy Keleher, Parade Director, Lisa Scott-Founds, President and CEO and Dawn Read Diehl, Event Director

GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY OF WINTERFEST® The countdown has begun for the 50th Annual Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest® Boat Parade, which will be rockin’ the South Florida waterways on Saturday, December 11, 2021. There is no better way to kick off the holiday season, Fort Lauderdale style, with boats of all shapes and sizes decked out in millions of lights and hundreds of watts of music pumping through their sound systems - all for the entertainment of the more than one million spectators along the 12-mile waterway Parade route.

Dubbed the “World’s Most Watched Boat Parade,” Winterfest® Inc. has an economic impact averaging 50 million dollars annually to the South Florida economy. Noted as Florida’s #1 attended one-day live spectator event, the Parade is recognized as the #7 in the U.S and Top 20 Parade in the World. Each year, Winterfest® organizers strive to create an unexpected twist for Parade guests, and this year is no different. The Parade heralds an early beginning in the 1950s as a group of friends getting together for the holidays. The tradition became an organized event in 1971 and incorporated in 1988. Today, Winterfest® Inc. employs a staff of three with a Board of Directors, interns, and volunteers who are involved all year long.

Winterfest® produces this FREE signature Parade every December, utilizing 160 police details for land and sea, 27 ham operators, 25 control boat volunteers, and an additional 300 volunteers. Winterfest® coordinates with control boat captains, towboat operators, bridge tenders, charter boat captains, ham operators, dock masters, and government agencies such as the United States Coast Guard, FBI, CIA, Fort Lauderdale Marine Patrol, Fort Lauderdale Police Department, Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue, Broward Sheriff’s Office, Broward Sheriff’s Office Fire Rescue, Federal Aviation Administration, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Central Intelligence Agency, Florida Department Of Transportation, Florida Highway Patrol and Homeland Security. All this fun is captured on camera in conjunction with WSVN 7 to produce a one-hour television special shown all over the world.

“I attend the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade each year with my family. It’s the perfect way to kick-off the holiday season and celebrate the unique and fun activities that our community has to offer. It’s also great for local businesses because it brings thousands of people to Broward County to enjoy a family friendly and free event. The parade is a great occasion that should not be missed and I encourage everyone to attend this year to celebrate! Happy Holidays and I hope to see you there”

Michael Udine

Mayor Michael Udine Broward County Commissioner “Fort Lauderdale is a wonderful place to live, work and play. It is during the holiday season that this city is especially magical. The Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest® Boat Parade ushers in the holiday season for families, friends, neighbors, and visitors with an entertaining, fun-filled nautical festival. As Fort Lauderdale’s signature holiday celebration for 50 years, this event excites and enriches millions with its spectacular illumination, colorful pageantry, vibrant music, and magnificently decorated vessels. The Parade puts us in the international spotlight, strengthens our reputation as a “must-see” destination, and generates millions for our local economy.

Please join us on the water to celebrate the spirit of the holidays and be a part of this joyful tradition.”

Dean Trantalis

Dean Trantalis, Mayor, City of Ft. Lauderdale

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To launch the 50th Anniversary Winterfest® celebration, Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa hosted the Gray Robinson Winterfest® White Hot Launch Party featuring Casa Calabria Restaurant. An invitation only event, guests walked thru the Robinson’s Jewelers Golden Grand Entrance on the way to the ballroom frosted in white and gold by Sixth Star. A fun video produced by Hotwire Communications started the evening, followed by the unveiling of Charles Fazzino’s commemorative anniversary poster (the artwork also graces the cover of Go Riverwalk Magazine). Other highlights included a first look at the media campaign by iHeart Media and WSVN Channel 7. Gorgeous models from Lis Castella and Panta Interactive added to the elegance of the evening. Gray Robinson, P.A. partner, Robyn Vines, and Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa general manager, Donelle Zunker, greeted guests on stage. MC Mack in the Morning, Totally 93.9 MIA and DJ Kris Prime kept the party going throughout the evening. Highlights included celebrities and entertainers such as: iHeart’s BIG 105.9 Paul Castronovo, Captain Lee from Below Deck, Miss Florida USA Ashley Carino and Miss Latina International crown winners. Fun photos compliments of UKG and a Golden Karma Broward was available for guests to sign. City of Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis with Broward County Mayor Steve Geller were in attandance.

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• Featured delicacies of the night were provided by Casa Calabria along with 3030 Ocean, Anthony’s Runway 84, Billy's Stone Crab, Carl’s Seafood, Cuba Libre, Eddie V’s, Kasai & Koori, Mimi’s Ravioli, Piazza Italia, Sistrunk Marketplace & Brewery, and Tower Club.

• Decadent cocktails were created with 13 Celsius, Benziger Tribute, Chloe and Cupcake Wines, Botanist Gin, Brugal 1888, Cointreau, Fireball Whisky, Remy Martin, Stella Artois, and a sampling of new flavors from LaCroix Sparkling Water.

Winterfest Security provided by King Intelligence and Security Services, Inc.

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Andrew Robinson, Tracy Matthias with the Robinson Jewelers Team

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WINTERFEST® NIFTY FIFTY PEP RALLY CELEBRATING THE PARADE’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY HOSTED BY STEVE SAVOR IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE UMBRELLA GROUP • NOV. 6TH Winterfest® friends celebrated their anniversary year in the home of Steve Savor with a flashback to the 1950s, complete with diner fare by Fort Lauderdale Country Club and a decadent milkshake bar with liquors from Republic National Distributing Company.

Partygoers travelled back through the decades with multiple bands, retro DJs and Otis Day thru the decades. A segment of the evening was livestreamed by AARP and captured by EyeOnSouthFlorida. Rideshare was encouraged to this private residence with the beautiful Savior-Faire on the dock

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OFFICIAL SPONSORS OFFICIAL BANK OF WINTERFEST

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All My Sons Moving and Storage Bokampers Restaurant Crazy About Costumes Deco Productions

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Downtowner Saloon Ivan Rodriguez Consulting Inc JEEVZ King Intelligence and Security Services, Inc. Miss Florida USA Organization

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Ozone Professionals Pat Anderson, Artist ProMotion Sports & Entertainment, LLC Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale, Inc. Stephen’s Distributing

Stiles Corporation The Las Olas Company The Media Lab

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OPERATION ASSISTANCE

Broward County Board of County Commissioners Broward Sheriff 's Office Marine Unit City of Fort Lauderdale Dockmaster City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation

Clear Path Alerts Security Company Florida Department of Transportation Fort Lauderdale Police Department Fort Lauderdale Police Marine Unit

Gold Coast Amateur Radio Club United States Coast Guard - Sector 7 Water Taxi

PHOTOGRAPHERS

Ginny Fujino - Black Tie South Florida Howie Grapek - GPO Photography

Jason Leidy - Middle River Arts Photograph Tom Serio Photography

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Winterfest® is registered with the Division of Consumer Services. Registration Number CH-843. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by the State. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling 1-800-HELP-FLA within the State. Winterfest is a 501(C)4 a not-for-profit organization, and as such contributions are not tax deductible.

WINTERFEST® - FORT LAUDERDALE IS THE HOST CITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA’S SIGNATURE HOLIDAY EVENT THE WORLD’S MOST WATCHED BOAT PARADE

JOIN THE PARADE – GET TICKETS TO WATCH THE “BEST SHOW ON H2O” Volunteer at the Parade Viewing Area – as a Control Boater – help in the staging area as a Dockwalker

Photo provided by Ginny Fujino

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