Update on this year's Peace River Lighted Boat Parade Sunday, December 11

A new more private viewing spot has been added for this year's parade.  A viewing party with a smaller crowd will be held at Isles Yacht Club offering a great location to view the parade up close.   There is a $15 per person charge. Sodas and light snacks will be available as well as a cash bar. To reserve this location, contact the Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce.  

There will be narration for the parade at three sights -- Fishermen's Village, Laishley Park and the Isles Yacht Club, describing the boats, their captain's information and their decorative theme. Note that due to height restrictions going under the US 41 bridges, some boats (mainly the sailboats) will be unable to make the final leg to Laishley Park. 

The parade, now in its 22nd year, has joined forces this year with Toys for Tots to act as a collection point for gifts for less fortunate children in our community. At the Isles Yacht Club, Fishermen's Village and Laishley Park Pier, there will be a collection bin and a team from Toys for Tots, who will collect your donations and then pass them over to the Sea Tow boat in the parade for delivery to Toys for Tots.  If you are attending any of these three locations, consider bringing an unwrapped new gift for ages 6-13 specifically, as this is where the local need is.

More information on the parade