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Sydney Harbour is the place to be on 26 January, with the Australia Day Harbourfest delivering an unforgettable lineup of free events across sea, shore, and sky. There’s something for everyone, making it the perfect day out with family and friends.
One of the highlights is the Harbour Parade – think “fashions on the field,” but on water. Boats of every shape and size deck themselves out in colourful, creative, and proudly Aussie-themed, flamboyant decorations, cruising the harbour in a vibrant celebration of national spirit. It’s a dazzling display that spectators love and participants never forget.
Every vessel is welcome to join the flotilla. Whether you’re captaining a tinny, yacht, cruiser, or commercial vessel, this is your chance to show off your creativity and be part of a truly iconic Sydney Harbour tradition.
Prizes are awarded in each of the following categories:
- Budgie Smuggler Award — Best Small Vessel
- Best in the Biz Award — Best Commercial Vessel
- Hello Sailor! Award — Best Newcomer
- The Captain’s Choice Award — Best Dressed
- Going Overboard Award — Most Imaginative
All participating vessels have access to front-row Harbour views to catch all the exciting action of the thrilling Ferrython race.
So, get your crew together, decorate your decks, and make waves this Australia Day. Enter Sydney’s iconic Harbour Parade and be part of the celebration!
Calling all boats and crews: make waves this Australia Day and enter Sydney’s iconic Harbour Parade!
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