Candlewood Lake s Illuminated Boat Parade is back in 2021 and is a sight to behold. New Fairfield Park & Rec present Boat Parade 2021 on Friday evening, July 16, with a rain date of Saturday, July 17.
This amazing event debuted in July 2019 before COVID hit, and watching 30 boats lit up like Christmas trees was a breathtaking sight. The parade kicks off at 8:45 PM on the New Fairfield side of Candlewood Lake.
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Decorated boats will line up in single file formation and cruise by Spear Point, Chatterton Marina, Knollcrest, CT State Boat Launch area, New Fairfield Town Park, and ending at Candlewood Isle.
June 27 - July 3 The 2021 Festival events: Blessing of the Fleet, One Design race, Cod Fish Relay Races, Lobster Eating Contest, Boothbay’s Got Talent, Rock Skipping (virtual for spectators), Pirates of the Dark Rose mayhem, 17 Windjammers, Antique.
The Friends of Windjammer Days met recently to hear committee reports. Mark Gimbel talked about the partnership with Tall Ships of America and the Tall Ships Festival being held June 25-27. Windjammer Days follow, June 27-July 3. “This (Tall Ships.
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Planning a festival of the size and caliber of Boothbay Harbor’s Windjammer Days (WJD) during these COVID-19 times is challenging, but the Friends of Windjammer Days continue moving plans forward.
“The board of directors has decided to follow the lead of the Big Easy as far as the street parade goes,” said Pete Ripley.
This year, a stationary street parade is planned and on the schedule for Wednesday, June 30. The parade has two themes: “Historic Schooners,” in honor of Grand Marshals John Foss of Schooner
American Eagle and Doug and Linda Lee of Schooner
Donât miss the live broadcast on Z-Rock 96.5 and The River 103.9.
The live coverage is sponsored by Rogers Subaru.
Pre-register for the parade at 208 746-1412.
If you watch from the bank, please socially distance and wear a mask.
The parade is presented by Northwest River Runners and Riverview Marina.
The sounder will play during the parade⦠so listen to win a Z-Rock Sock
Saturday, December 19th at 5 pm.
Starting at Hellsgate, boats will travel towards the blue bridge then return.
Lighted boats: please pre-register by calling RiverView Marina at 208.746.1412
Boat in water line-up begins around 4:30 pm around Hellsgate.
Special thank you to our friends at RiverView Marina