Schedule of Events 2011

Largest Outdoor Yoga Class on the Sunshine Coast

All levels Hatha Flow. FREE. Led by Mary Shaw of Myoga.

Fraser Blues Aerial Demonstration Team Fly Past

Formation Demonstration Team—The Fraser Blues will be flying on Saturday and Sunday. The team is led by a former Canadian Forces Snowbirds Lead, and fly 1940's vintage L-17 "Navion" aircraft. With three ex Fighter Pilots, and two General Aviation pilots, The "Blues" provide a unique demonstration of close, dynamic formation flying in aircraft available to the average GA pilot. Meet the pilots; see photos

Sea Cavalcade Mile

Just before the parade, the highway is clear of cars and hundreds of spectators are watching: the perfect setting for a road mile! Open to runners of all ages and abilities—featuring a fast net downhill course with no turns. Awards and refreshments following. Cash prizes to 1st male and female. Age group awards from 9 & Under to 70+. Details and Results.

Parade

Everyone loves a parade! Bring the whole family to enjoy marching bands, floats, candy, clowns, music, and more. Don't forget folding chairs and sunscreen and your camera. Arrive early to get the best spot—and cheer on the runners in the Sea Cavalcade Mile! 2011 Parade float winners

Family Day

After the parade, head over to Brothers Park next to the Gibsons and Area Community Centre with the kids for the Bingo, Face Painting, Lions Club Food Concession, Hoppin' Ponies, Kids' Races, Sea Cavalcade Food Concession and Souvenirs, t-shirts, Educational Booths, Craft Vendors, Popcorn, Candy Floss, Dancing Bear Story Telling, Ice cream, Pony Rides by Mystiques Andalusians & Farm Ventures, Under the Sea Bouncy Castle, dunk shower, Sky Walkers, The Balloon Man, kids water games (BRING YOUR TOWEL) plus more activities and lots of fun!!!

Discover the "Treasures of the Sea" by finding the key to open the treasure chest! You can play as many times as you like. $2.00 per play. If you find the key and open the treasure chest you win a prize.

Gibsons Youth Centre: A fun, free space for youth aged 13-18. Supervised drop-in 5 days a week, open late on Friday nights. Located inside the Gibsons & Area Community Centre, 700 Park Rd.

also... Live Entertainment

Special Presentations (at Family Day)

• 2011 Golden Girl
• 2011 Sea Cavalcade Royal / 2011 Princess
• Special Presentations to businesses and individuals who have contributed & supported this great family festival
• Parade Marshall
• Business Decorating Challenge Awards (1:30) — 2011 Winners

Salmon Barbeque

No need to go home for dinner... head down to the Landing after Family Day for a delicious Salmon BBQ by REMAX Gibsons Top 20 Realty.

Coast Guard Boat Rescue Exercise Pyrotechnic Display and Star Gate Special Effects

Come and see the pirates in action

The Gibsons Coast Guard Auxiliary Search & Rescue Unit will respond to a realistic simulation of an explosion and fire onboard a vessel. The Search and Rescue Crew will survey the scene, formulate a rescue plan and assist with the cleanup of our beaches and waterfront.

Food & Souvenirs

Food for sale from the Lions Club Concession Trailer; Sea Cavalcade souvenirs, popcorn, cotton candy, T-shirts and glow-in-the-dark items at the Sea Cavalcade Booth.
Vendors/Educational Booths Displays. Application Forms for vendors/booths

Story Theatre: Driftwood Players

Come and see this fantastic group of local performers! Get your seat early and watch this live theatre while you enjoy the Salmon BBQ.

Beachcombers Log Pull Contest

Sorry, cancelled for 2011

Virtues Rock Treasure Hunt

Over 300 painted rocks will be hidden in Holland Park, Winegarden Park, the dock and the business section of Gibsons Landing. The bottom of each rock will have the word of a virtue painted on it such as kindness, joy, honesty, peace, etc. In addition, some of the rocks will have the word 'winner' or 'prize' written on them which can be brought to the booth on Gower Point Road for a prize. The booth will also have information about the treasure hunt. This event is sponsored by the Baha'i Community.

Sea Cavalcade Family Street Dance

No Alcohol—No Drugs Allowed—ZERO TOLERANCE

Great Entertainment for the family! Admission $3.

• Live music by:
  • A Frosty Comet
  • Devon's DJ
• Fabulous performance by the Dance Works Academy

Fireworks: Music Lights the Night

"Ooooh... Ahhhh!" Head down to the Landing in Gibsons (or anywhere with a view of the harbour) before 10pm on Saturday night for a spectacular fireworks display to music! One of the best 'small town' fireworks shows in the province, this dazzling array of colour and lights is sure to please both young and old. Operated by the Sea Cavalcade Committee and Gary Mills and crew.

Note: there will be extra bus service after the fireworks to get everyone home safely. Leave your car at home or park and ride from outside downtown Gibsons. The bus stop is on Gibsons Way, past the corner of School Road.

Pancake Breakfast

The Sea Cavalcade "Flippers Team" invites everyone to come and enjoy a Pancake Breakfast!

Kids Fishing Derby

Kids, bring a bucket and an adult, fishing equipment and life jacket and try your luck! Bait supplied. Prizes for largest and smallest catch. Organized by Fred Gazeley and Stan Jones. 2011 winners

Keats to Armours Mile Swim

Challenge yourself in the historic one-mile open water swim from Keats Island to Armours Beach. Escort boat required, wetsuits optional. Maximum 35 swimmers. Details and Results.

Wooden Boat Display and Karaoke

The Sunshine Coast Museum has gathered new and vintage small wooden craft from all over the Sunshine Coast. There will be heritage boats from the museum's collection, professionally and privately restored traditional boats, and new owner-built wooden small boats. Putt-putts, canoes, rowboats, kayaks, daysailers, dinghies and displays from heritage organisations of the Sunshine Coast will celebrate the enduring craft of wooden construction.

Sea Shanty Sing-A-Long Karaoke

Join Candy and Vocal Motion down in Winegarden park to sing your hearts out — fun for everyone.

Display Booths

Educational, Crafts & Arts booths, Sea Cavalcade souvenirs, food concession, Raffle tickets, 50:50 draws, Sky Walkers and Buccaneer Ship Bouncy Castle.

Discover the "Treasures of the Sea" by finding the key to open the treasure chest! You can play as many times as you like. $2.00 per play. If you find the key and open the treasure chest you win a prize.

Gibsons Lions Club Lunch

Concession offerings.

Loggers Sports Show

Always a crowd-pleaser, the West Coast Lumberjack Loggers Sports Show features logging skills honed in BC's pristine forests and brought to the Sea Cavalcade. In a lighthearted, competitive spirit, four lumberjacks race to out-climb, out-saw, out-chop and out-throw each other in a number of events. Two shows: 11am and 2:30pm.

Kids Water Sports

Swimming Races, Beach Games, Jousting, Tug o' War, Water Balloons and fun for all ages. Organized by the Gibsons Rugby & Athletic Club.

Fraser Blues Airshow

Formation Demonstration Team—The team is led by a former Canadian Forces Snowbirds Lead, and fly 1940s vintage L-17 "Navion" aircraft. With three ex Fighter Pilots, and two General Aviation pilots, The "Blues" provide a unique demonstration of close, dynamic formation flying in aircraft available to the average GA pilot. Meet the pilots; see photos.

Sea Cavalcade Regatta Thistle Race

A long-standing tradition at Sea Cavalcade is back for 2011.

Loggers Sports Show

Second show by West Coast Lumberjack Loggers Sports Ltd.

"Party in the Park"

An annual community celebration that has become a great way to close out the fun-filled Sea Cavalcade weekend. EVERYONE is invited to come celebrate our community with music, food and fun!
Children's Games, Live music, Buccaneer Ship Bouncy Castle, Dunk Shower, Magic Show by Gerardo Avila, Story Theatre Driftwood Players, Sky Walkers, Parade Awards Presentations, Face Painting & Mini Golf fundraiser. Details and schedule

Hot Dog BBQ and Live Entertainment

Finish off the weekend with a family oriented BBQ at Dougall Park, 5:00 to 7:00pm during Party in the Park.

Live Entertainment from 5:00 to 8:00pm.