Richmond Maritime Festival celebrates 15th anniversary
EXPLORE OUR WEST COAST HERITAGE WITH MUSIC, FOOD, HANDS-ON FUN AND MORE
Spontaneous encounters with colourful creatures from the deep, interactive explorations of B.C.’s West Coast heritage and lots of great live music are just part of the free family fun at the 15th annual Richmond Maritime Festival on Saturday, July 28 and Sunday, July 29.
The Richmond Maritime Festival has been recognized nationally for the unique and fun way in which it celebrates B.C.’s maritime heritage and the many cultures that built our province. The colourful characters that roam the site, the festive décor, a beautiful waterfront location and its rich history make an unbeatable combination that puts smiles on the face of everyone who attends.
The festival takes place across the picturesque, eight-acre Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site on the Steveston waterfront. Festival goers of all ages will be entertained by a wide variety of maritime themed activities. From the opportunity to view historic and unique ships like the 115-year-old Providence and beloved steam tug SS Master to entertainment by groups including The Boom Booms, Laughing Loggers and the Beauty Shop Dolls, the festival has activities for every member of the family.
Watch for pop up entertainment throughout the site for encounters with mermaids, pirates and more. Festival goers can also sample from a fleet of food trucks that will satisfy any appetite with treats ranging from bannock to poutine.
This year’s festival also includes a celebration of wooden boats with everything from wooden boat building demonstrations and displays to free public boarding of a number of historic vessels, moored along the site’s 600-foot dock. Festival goers can also tour the site’s numerous historic buildings including BC’s oldest shipyard and check out interactive exhibits or enjoy hands-on arts and craft activities.
Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 28 and Sunday, July 29. Admission is free. For more details visit www.richmondmaritimefestival.ca. The Richmond Maritime Festival is produced by the City of Richmond and presented by your local RE/MAX agents.