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GOLF CART PARADE & AFTER PARTY | DECEMBER 20, 2025

Don your favorite holiday attire and come to the most festive, family-friendly event of the season... 
Holiday music provided by the Black Tie DJs and a special visit from Santa at 5pm for the kids!

AFTER PARTY RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED BEGINNING 11/20/25:
[email protected] | 941-253-5333

EVENT TIME:
Cart Parade Begins at Sunset from The River Club | 6pm
Special Visit from Santa | 5pm
After Party | 6pm-9pm

EVENT COST:
Residents: $35++   |  Culinary Members: $39.12++

MORE INFO:
Bar: Closed  |  Bistro: Closed  |  Take-Out: Not Available
 
 
GOLF CART PARADE INFORMATION
Be a spectator or be the entertainment - A MAGICAL EXPERIENCE FOR ALL!
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REGISTER YOUR CART TO BE IN THE PARADE:
[email protected] | 941-253-5333
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ROUTE DETAILS:
  • Route is the same as previous years.
  • There will not be a firetruck this year.
  • Follow the music!
  • Parade departs River Club at 6pm and will head along Fish Hook Cove toward the circle.
  • Will then follow Waterlefe Boulevard to Discovery.
  • Will head west on Discovery to Foggy Morn.
  • Will head east on Foggy Morn toward Portside Terrace.
  • Carts will stop at intersection of Portside and Foggy Morn for a 5-minute viewing.
  • Continue on Portside back to Waterlefe Boulevard.
  • Head east to Sand Crane Court going around the circle at the end of the street, and back to Waterlefe Boulevard.
  • West on Waterlefe Boulevard to circle and then onto Winding Stream.
  • Continue to end of street, then return to The River Club.
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ROUTE MAP:
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DON'T FORGET TO BE SAFE
AND HAVE FUN!
CREATIVITY STRONGLY ENCOURAGED WHEN DECORATING YOUR CART!


AFTER PARTY DINING MENU
Expect A Tantalizing Array of Food Stations to Include...

PASSED ON ARRIVAL:
Spiked Eggnog

COLD STATION:
Sushi | Assorted with Soy Sauce, Ponzu, Wasabi Crème, Pickled Ginger, Seaweed Salad
Mini Ahi Tuna Stacks | With Ahi Tuna, Mango, Cucumber & Balsamic Drizzle
Black and White Seared Ahi Tuna Display | With Wasabi Crème & Raspberry Balsamic

ANTIPASTO DISPLAY:
Assorted Italian Cured Meats
Imported Cheese
Grilled & Pickled Vegetables
Crostini & Crackers
Baguette Display

MADE-TO-ORDER CAESAR STATION:
Baby Gem Romaine Hearts, Garlic Croutons, Creamy Dressing, Shaved Asiago Cheese, Anchovies

CARVERY:
Herb Roasted Sirloin | With Assorted Condiments
Dill and Citrus Infused Salmon

HOT LINE:
Fire Roasted Assorted Pizzas
Island Conch Fritters | With Mustard & Cocktail Sauces
Jalapeno Potato Puffs | With Cilantro Ketchup
Crispy Snowflake Shrimp

DESSERTS:
New Orleans Beignets | With Powdered Sugar Confetti
Hazelnut Stuffed Donuts
 

*Reservations are not final until you receive a confirmation from River Club staff.
*Cancellations must be made 48+ hours in advance or you may be charged for the price of the event.