From humble beginnings in 2000, Queens County Seafest has become one of the most popular community events in Nova Scotia. It is an exciting homecoming event for dozens of former residents of the county and attracts visitors to the province from across North America and beyond. For shark fishermen in Nova Scotia Seafest is a premier event that can not be missed.
There are only about 1000 people in Brooklyn, but the population of the village explodes during Seafest. People just can’t seem to resist this huge ‘block party’. The street along the waterfront is closed, neighbours and friends maneuver from home to home, party to party and the marina, is alive with people, fishing boats, sail boats and yachts of every size and description. The marina is the focal point for all the events and activities.
Fun times at Seafest 2010
There are concession booths, an arts and crafts show, a children’s play area, a beer tent and plenty of live local entertainment. Recording artists like Rita MacNeil and Bobby Curtola have performed at Seafest in the past, attracting literally hundreds of spectators to their outdoor concerts. The Plank Salmon Supper is a popular Sunday event at Seafest – everything is homemade and the salmon is carefully cooked in front of an open pit fire, right on the premises. For registered participants Sunday is also the day for fishing awards and numerous draws for products and services.
Seafest is the product of hundreds of hours from dedicated volunteers, and hundreds of dollars from local individuals, businesses and organizations. We all hope the support continues and that Seafest thrives for decades to come.
Clair Chandler presents an award to a young fisherman.
** CLARIFICATION **
We have a new website this year that enabled pre-registration via online.
It was stated that it needed to be received no later than August 10th. This is so we could have all Fee’s received by SeaFest weekend to validate everyone’s participation. This DOES NOT mean that if you didn’t register on line that you are not able to register during the SeaFest weekend.
We received many online registrations and hopefully next year it will catch on and have many more!
Registration for Marina Members will take place Wednesday August 24th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm.
Registration for all other participants will commence Friday August 26th starting at 2:00pm…Thank you in advance for all your support and looking forward to seeing you all August 26th – 28th !
Thanks!!
Kendra
Lots of money up for grabs this year!!
Two $500.00 and three $100.00 draws in the Adult category along with over 20 additional prize packs to be won!!!
In the children’s derby $250.00 …. $100.00 … and four $50.00 draws… and over 20 additional prize packs to be won!!!!
Be sure to get in on the prizes even if you are not participating in the Fishing Derby…. Buy one of our Landlubbers packs $25.00 adult… $15.00 child…..!
Don’t miss out!