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Boats Of Love

Tue, Oct 27

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Escambia County

Each fall we gather at the water's edge to send off lighted boats with our own personal message written on our boat to our missed child/grandchild/sibling

Boats Of Love
Boats Of Love

Time & Location

Oct 27, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Escambia County, Park West, 1340 Fort Pickens Rd, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561, USA

About The Event


Boats of Love, often represented by lighted lanterns, serve as a poignant symbol during grief remembrance ceremonies. These illuminated vessels offer a beautiful and heartfelt way to honor and remember loved ones who have passed away. Here’s a closer look at their significance and how they are symbols of remembrance.

  • Journey of the Soul: Boats symbolize the journey of the soul, navigating through life and beyond. The act of setting lanterns afloat represents sending loved ones on their final voyage.

  • Light in Darkness: The light from the lanterns signifies hope, love, and the enduring spirit of those who have departed. It serves as a reminder that their memory continues to shine brightly in the hearts of those left behind.

  • Connection and Remembrance: Each lantern can be personalized with names, messages, or memories, creating a tangible connection between the living and the deceased, allowing participants to express their love and remembrance.

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TCF MISSION STATEMENT

When a child dies, at any age, the family suffers intense pain and may feel hopeless and isolated. The Compassionate Friends provides highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or a daughter, a brother or a sister, or a grandchild, and helps others better assist the grieving family.

If you are considering suicide, call or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, access the web site 988lifeline.org, call 911, or go to your local emergency room. 

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