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Parade of Boats in Edina

Published June 6, 2025 | Updated June 6, 2025 | by Laura | Leave a Comment

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The Parade of Boats takes place this weekend in Edina.

Sailboats floating during Parade of Boats at Centennial Lakes Park in Edina.

Love model boats and looking for a unique way to enjoy a Sunday afternoon in the Twin Cities? Head to Centennial Lakes Park in Edina this Sunday, June 8 from 10 am – 4 pm for the annual Parade of Boats – a free, family-friendly event hosted by the Edina Model Yacht Club.

You’ll see dozens of scale model boats in all sizes gliding across the park’s central pond. These impressive vessels include everything from sailboats and tugboats to yachts, battle ships and paddleboats. 

Many of the watercraft are handcrafted and detailed to look like the real thing with intricate details like a miniature captain behind the wheel and some are built to be historically accurate. Other boats are more whimsical creations, including some designed to fit in with favorite kids characters like Minions and Mr. Potato Head.

Whether you’re a boating enthusiast or just curious to see something different, the Parade of Boats is a fun way to spend time outdoors. You can stroll along the walkways of Centennial Lakes Park and watch the boats from various viewpoints around the lake.

Before the Parade of Boats begins, participating boats will be on display in the Hughes Pavilion from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. with some boats not in the parade remaining on display inside the pavilion during the event.

Event Details:

  • What: Parade of Boats

  • When: Sunday, June 9, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

  • Where: Centennial Lakes Park, 7499 France Ave. S., Edina, MN

  • Cost: Free

No registration is required—just show up and enjoy the fun!

For more information about the Edina Model Yacht Club or the Parade of Boats, visit the City of Edina website.

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Originally from southern Minnesota, Laura has called the Twin Cities home for over fifteen years. In her rare free moments, she enjoys reading, spending time with loved ones, and savoring a hot cup of coffee.

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