Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade Slideshow

As usual, the 106th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade has drawn thousands eager to get into the holiday spirit Newport Beach-style.

Themed “Deck the Hulls,” the Southern California tradition began with fireworks on opening night Wednesday and featured comedic actress Leslie Mann and singer/actor Mark McGrath of Sugar Ray as the first ever co-Grand Marshals for the parade.

The parade will continue through Sunday each night from 6:30 to 9 p.m. A firework show will mark the closing night of the parade near the Balboa Pier by Main Street and Balboa Boulevard.

Opening Night Event Photo Credit: Erik Smith

Parade Photo Credit: Robert Downs Photography