07/15/2025
✨🚤 The Parade of Lights is shaping up to be one of the best yet — with 18 boats already registered as of today! 🚤✨
We’re so excited for this incredible event and want to share a few important details:
⭐ Judging & Announcements:
Boats will be judged by 6 judges on the waterfront.
An emcee will announce all boats and their owners as they pass by — and there will be a People’s Choice winner, too!
🏆 Prizes:
1️⃣ First Place: $1,000
2️⃣ Second Place: $750
3️⃣ Third Place: $500
🎖️ People’s Choice: $250 — with a twist! This year, we’re asking the People’s Choice winner to select a charity to receive the $250 donation. Stay tuned to our page for voting next week!
🎁 On top of those prizes, we have over $3,000 worth of donated items we’ll be drawing for — and we’ll also be giving fuel reimbursements back to each participating boat!
📝 **A full list of supporters and donors who are helping make this possible will be posted soon — THANK YOU to everyone who’s stepped up to help make this our biggest and best Parade of Lights yet! 🎉
⚠️ Important Note on Fireworks:
In previous years, some boats have set off fireworks during the parade. Although this activity is not regulated by the Committee, we have clearly advised all participating boats of restricted areas where NO fireworks are permitted. The safety of those on the waterfront is our top priority, and we expect all participants to respect these safety zones if setting off any fireworks.
