Blessing of the Fleet

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Blessing of the Fleet Put-in-Bay

Downton Put-in-Bay, Ohio

Local clergy will bless the vessels in this centuries old tradition held in ports worldwide. The annual blessing of boats and aircraft, servicing the Bass Islands, will be held at 11am off Fox’s Dock. Fox’s Dock is adjacent to the Jet Express Dock, downtown Put-in-Bay.

*All events are subject to change with little to no notice.

The Blessing of the Fleet is a centuries-old tradition originating in southern European, predominantly Catholic, fishing communities. A blessing from the local priest was meant to ensure a safe and bountiful season.

Schmidt, Aimee. “Blessing of the Fleet.” New Georgia Encyclopedia, last modified Aug 3, 2020. https://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/articles/arts-culture/blessing-of-the-fleet/

Information about Churches on Put-in-Bay can be found here.

5/ 9/2023

Fox's Dock, downtown Put-in-Bay

Fox's Dock LLC, Bayview Avenue, Put-in-Bay, OH, USA

11:00AM

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