The Flotilla
The Shamrock Ships Flotilla encourages safe boating and celebration.
Register as an individual or as a business to float your way to our eager guests at the Savannah Convention Center. Win prizes and show off your best St. Paddy's decoration & spirit for prizes!
Watch The Shamrock Ships Pass On SavannahCams.COM!
We take COVID seriously and have partnered with Savannah Cams to offer remote viewing of the flotilla so you can stay at home and vote for your favorites!!!
Click the links for best viewing!
Hogans Marina - Ft. Jackson - Marriott -Trade Center - Hyatt North - River Street East
How To Join The Flotilla
REgister as an Individual CAptain
Are you a boater AND you love to have a great time? Then register your vessel for the Flotilla and join the procession on the Savannah River. Prizes are available for Best Decorations and Best Shamrock Spirit.
- Eligibility For Amazing Prizes From Our People's Choice Awards!
Register A Boat For Your Business
Do you have a business you'd like to promote? Register your vessel and fly your company's flag along the route. Registered non-profits are also encouraged to float!
Charter A Shamrock "Ship" With Coast Guard Certified Captain!
Don't have a boat? Charter one from Outside Savannah or Bull River Cruises for a a private flotilla experience!
Choose the vessel that fits your needs and add a Food & Beverage Package or BYOB!
912-897-7300
https://bullrivermarina.com/contact/
(843) 686-6996
Prizes & POPULAR VOTES!
best decoration
Our honored judges will decide winner for Best Decoration.
- Decorations must be of an Irish theme
- Must not include political messaging
Shamrock Ship Spirit
Our honored judges will decide winner for Best Decoration.
- We're looking for motion, music and magic!!
OVERALL SHAMROCk flagshiP
Our honored judges will decide winner for your combination of Ship Spirit, Decoration and People's Choice Votes.
- This is decided by the Flotilla Committee taking all factors into account
Rules & Prize Policies
Flotilla Rules
- All vessels MUST be decorated in an Irish theme.
- Only one vessel per individual or business.
- Entries may not be politically oriented. No campaigning is permitted. Violators will not be allowed to enter the parade route and will not be returned.
- No candy, beads or other items can thrown from the parade entry.
- Vessels must maintain at least 100 feet distance from other vessels.
- Children must wear appropriate safety gear as determined by Coast Guard and other state/local authorities
- Captains and crew must follow all local/state/federal laws regarding alcohol consumption
PLEASE NOTE
- We reserve the right to reject entries that may be considered unsafe, harmful or potentially offensive to our spectators.
- All float entries must be “Flotilla Ready” no later than 11:00 a.m. to be considered for an award.
- ANY ENTRIES PASSING RIVER STREET LATE (after 3pm) WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED "IN" THE PARADE.
- No Entry Fees accepted
- As the applicant for participation, it is your responsibility to ensure that every member of your organization or group be aware of these rules. Any violation will result in immediate elimination from this and future parades. Your cooperation in making this a safe and fun event for the community is greatly appreciated.
- Organizers of The Shamrock Ships Flotilla, and their representatives and sponsors will be held harmless in the case of any accidents.
PARADE ROUTE
- The Flotilla will assemble at Eastern Wharf dock near the Thompson Hotel targeting 1pm to float River Street.
Prizes
- Prizes will be awarded for Best Overall, Best Decoration and Ship Spirit.