A Night of Light, Purpose, and Sound: Troca One at Winterfest 2025!

A Winterfest Night to Remember

On December 13, 2025, we welcomed our sponsors, friends, and community aboard Troca One for an unforgettable evening as part of the 2025 Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade. What followed was a night filled with light, music, movement, and meaning, everything we love about the holidays in South Florida.

Celebration with Purpose

This year’s Winterfest experience aboard Troca One was proudly dedicated to supporting two organizations doing extraordinary work:

Police Officer Assistance Trust (POAT)

Honoring the courage and sacrifice of South Florida’s law enforcement community by providing direct support to the families of officers who are injured or lost in the line of duty. This cause is deeply personal to us, and your generosity helps lift up the men and women who serve with bravery every day.

American Brain Foundation (ABF)

A leader in groundbreaking research across the full spectrum of neurological diseases. Guided by the belief that cure one, cure many, ABF’s work aligns closely with our commitment to advancing solutions that benefit countless families today and for generations to come.

Gratitude in Action

Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, donors and guests, more than $4,000 was raised during the event for these two incredible causes. We will continue following up with attendees who may not have had the opportunity to contribute on parade night — and we encourage everyone to participate in helping us extend the impact of this effort.

Music, Movement, and Florida Holiday Magic

And yes — we did all of this while dancing, celebrating, and fully embracing the spirit of Winterfest.

Our sponsors supported the Winterfest Foundation, while guests enjoyed the infectious energy of DJ Makkadon, a Miami radio personality with iHeartRadio, alongside the breathtaking aerial artistry of Air Asylum, whose performances captured the boundless spirit of the season.

Best Sound? Let’s Win It

If you haven’t voted yet, we’d love your support. Troca One (#19) is currently in the lead for Best Sound — and that’s entirely because of you. Let’s finish strong and bring it home! If you haven't voted yet, please enter your vote for Troca One # 19 !!!

Shared Widely, Celebrated Everywhere

As has become a hallmark of Troca One events, the evening brought together leaders and visionaries whose influence extends across culture, business, and community. This year’s Winterfest Boat Parade was covered live on Facebook, as well as on local ABC stations and WSVN here in Fort Lauderdale.

ABC / WSVN / Facebook Coverage of Troca One during the 2025 Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade

Captured on Camera

Throughout the evening, Cory Goldberg Photography was embedded aboard Troca One, capturing moments that reflect both the celebratory energy of the parade and the vibrant spirit of our guests. From dancing on deck, to aerial performances above, to the unmistakable beats of DJ Makkadon — this was a celebration rooted in joy, generosity, and shared purpose.

Here's Cory Goldberg's photographic take on the Troca One 2025 Winterfest event:

With Gratitude

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the owners, sponsors, and Troca One community, and a special thank-you to our incredible team, Alicia, Captain Cody, Danny, Deanna, Captain Gary, and Mercedes, along with DJ Makkadon and Air Asylum for helping make this night a true success.

Because of you, we continue to build community, support meaningful causes, and celebrate the human connections that make it all worthwhile, living, thinking, dancing, and sharing the journey together.

Happy Holidays from Troca One!