Join us for a very special celebration marking 47 years of The Compassionate Friends Victoria as we honour lives lost and illuminate the path forward for grieving families.
Set against the sparkling backdrop of Melbourne at night, Illuminate 47 invites you on a warm and meaningful boat cruise starting in Docklands. With music, light, shared stories, and gentle company, this is an evening for remembering and connecting with others who understand.
Our event is proudly supported by Party Boat Cruises. Claire from Party Boats shares her story of sibling loss “ My mum lost my baby sister when she was pregnant with me and it changed everything about how she parented. I grew up knowing someone was missing and so sad that I didn’t have the opportunity to know her. A big thank you to TCFV for all you do to support bereaved families.”
Time: 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Location: Departing from Docklands.
Tickets: $80pp (includes 3 hour boat cruise, canapés, grazing table & 2 drinks – beer/wine/soft drink. Other drinks at bar prices)
What to Expect:
Hear from our Board and CEO as they present the last 12 months of TCFV and our exciting future endeavours. Plus…
Open Mic Tribute Space – “Light for Them”
A powerful and heartfelt opportunity for up to 12 participants to honour their child, sibling or grandchild through a poem, song, story or spoken piece (2–3 mins). Open Mic places limited to 12.
Drinks, Canapés & Grazing Table
Connect and unwind with two complimentary drinks and a beautiful winter spread while you enjoy the evening lights of Melbourne from the water.
Raffle – Win a Luxury Escape value $1060
Be in the draw to win a 5-star luxury glamping escape at Mirador Springs Retreat – a serene and stunning getaway for two. The prize is a 2 night mid week stay in The Supa Luxe Glamping Experience including a Breakfast and a BBQ Box total value of $1060. With your own bath house, sauna, fire pit, BBQ and pizza oven, this beautiful retreat offers everyone the perfect opportunity to relax and reconnect.
Tickets $20 each / $50 for 3
Star Wall Dedications
As part of the evening, guests can honour their loved ones on our beautiful Star Wall of Light. Each star will include a name, memory, or message and becomes part of our shared constellation of remembrance.
☆ $25 Shooting Star
★ $50 Shining Star
☆ $100 Supanova Star
Stars can be pre-purchased if you’re unable to attend or purchased on the night. All dedications will be lovingly displayed and can include your loved one’s name and a short message. Let their light shine with us.
Why Illuminate?
This event is more than a night out. It’s about lighting the way through grief.
Funds raised will directly support the ongoing work of TCFV in providing life-changing peer support to parents, siblings and grandparents grieving the death of a child. Every ticket purchased helps ensure no family walks this journey alone.
Book Your Ticket & Join Us: Spaces are limited – book your tickets today for your family, friends and colleagues.
Are you a current TCFV volunteer or a Friendship circle member? Go to the following link to access your special offer.