Join us for one of the Fox River’s most beloved summer traditions as Fleet 17 Boat Club presents the 36th Annual Venetian Night Boat Parade.
Each year, boaters from throughout the area decorate their vessels with lights, creative displays, and themed decorations before cruising the Fox River in a spectacular nighttime parade. Whether you’re participating on the water or watching from shore, Venetian Night is a memorable evening for the entire community.
Register Your Boat
Boaters are invited to decorate their vessels and join the parade. Registration is free, but boaters must register by Friday, July 10 to be eligible for the complimentary participant swag bag.
Port Edward Restaurant serves as the end point of the parade route, making it one of the best places along the Fox River to watch the decorated boats arrive after their cruise.
Gather with family and friends, enjoy dinner and drinks by the water, and experience the excitement as dozens of illuminated boats make their way toward Port Edward to conclude the evening’s festivities. Whether you’re a longtime Venetian Night fan or experiencing it for the first time, it’s a summer tradition you won’t want to miss.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026 Event: Fleet 17 Boat Club Venetian Night Boat Parade Location: Fox River between Keif’s Reef and Port Edward Restaurant Parade Finish Location: Port Edward Restaurant Boat Registration Deadline: Friday, July 10, 2026 Cost to Participate: Free
Help us light up the Fox River and celebrate another unforgettable Venetian Night!
Join us for one of the Fox River’s most beloved summer traditions as Fleet 17 Boat Club presents the 36th Annual Venetian Night Boat Parade.
Each year, boaters from throughout the area decorate their vessels with lights, creative displays, and themed decorations before cruising the Fox River in a spectacular nighttime parade. Whether you’re participating on the water or watching from shore, Venetian Night is a memorable evening for the entire community.
Register Your Boat
Boaters are invited to decorate their vessels and join the parade. Registration is free, but boaters must register by Friday, July 10 to be eligible for the complimentary participant swag bag.
Register your boat today: https://fleet17.org/venetian-night
Watch the Boats Come In at Port Edward
Port Edward Restaurant serves as the end point of the parade route, making it one of the best places along the Fox River to watch the decorated boats arrive after their cruise.
Gather with family and friends, enjoy dinner and drinks by the water, and experience the excitement as dozens of illuminated boats make their way toward Port Edward to conclude the evening’s festivities. Whether you’re a longtime Venetian Night fan or experiencing it for the first time, it’s a summer tradition you won’t want to miss.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
Event: Fleet 17 Boat Club Venetian Night Boat Parade
Location: Fox River between Keif’s Reef and Port Edward Restaurant
Parade Finish Location: Port Edward Restaurant
Boat Registration Deadline: Friday, July 10, 2026
Cost to Participate: Free
Help us light up the Fox River and celebrate another unforgettable Venetian Night!
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