International Overdose Awareness Day
Schedule
Sun Aug 31 2025 at 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm
Location
Valeries House: 904 E Gadsden St, Pensacola, FL 32501 | Pensacola, FL
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?️ International Overdose Awareness Day 2025: #OneBigFamily ?️Hope Above Fear is proud to host our 3rd Annual IOAD event in partnership with Valerie’s House, and this year, we’re coming together stronger than ever. Joining us will be many organizations from the NWF Safepath Network!
? This year’s theme: #OneBigFamily
Because ending overdose takes all of us.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:
? Live music
? Food trucks
? Graffiti wall for youth expression
? Crafts & games for kids
? Memorial lawn + picture wall
? Guest speakers starting at 6:30pm
? Free Narcan + local resources from the NWF Safepath Network partners including Florida Department of Health, CDAC, Lakeview, Offentsive, Celebrate Recovery, NAMI, Charis House, & EscaRosa Suicide Prevention Coalition, Community Health Clinic, and CORE.
We’re thrilled to announce…
Nikki Forgione and Sonny’s BBQ are back again this year, treating our community to FREE live music and dinner for all guests! ?
And by popular demand, our Youth Graffiti Wall returns—this year led by none other than Graffiti Bridge artist, Lucky!
?️ Whether you’ve experienced loss, survived an overdose, have a loved one still battling with substance use disorder, or simply care deeply about this cause—this space is for you. JOIN US!
Let’s talk about it. No more shame. No more silence.
? If you’ve lost someone you love too soon or would like to share your own story of struggle and survival, your story holds power. It reminds others they’re not alone—and it could help someone else find hope. Together we heal.
Details and Submissions: https://forms.gle/2c4zKedWdxTgwvEt8
To learn more about the NWF Safepath Network, visit https://nwfsafepathnetwork.my.canva.site/
We want to acknowledge the Florida Department of Health for being our Legacy Sponsor for this year’s International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD). Your support is a true testament to the power of collaboration and the incredible impact we can make when we come together to save lives and bring awareness to the overdose crisis. We truly are ONE BIG FAMILY, DRIVEN BY HOPE!
#IOAD2025 #OneBigFamily #EndOverdose #TalkAboutIt
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Where is it happening?
Valeries House: 904 E Gadsden St, Pensacola, FL 32501, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays: