Opening Day on the Delta Parade Brings a Bethel Island Boat Tradition Back This Saturday

Opening Day on the Delta Parade is set for Saturday, April 25 in Bethel Island, with the day beginning at noon at San Joaquin Yacht Club. The event centers on a decorated boat parade that heads out from the club docks and travels clockwise around the island.

Organizers are inviting boaters to lean into a Vikings theme and enter for prizes and awards. The event description also notes that a boat blessing by Reverend Will Byrns is planned before the parade begins.

The route is open to a wide mix of watercraft, including classic boats, small craft, personal watercraft, and dinghies. For people watching from shore, the listed viewing spots include San Joaquin Yacht Club, Rusty Porthole, and Sugar Barge.

Dinner and awards are scheduled to follow at 5 p.m. back at San Joaquin Yacht Club. Event details are subject to change.

More details about the club and its Bethel Island location are available through San Joaquin Yacht Club.