Schedule of Events 2018
Blast from the Past: See the Program from the First Annual Sea Cavalcade in 1969! (PDF, 465 KB)
Friday, July 27, 2018
Beer Garden
Live entertainment by Odd Duck delivers both engaging originals and convincing covers (including Elton John, Fleetwood Mac, The Beatles, Van Morrison, and many others).
5:00–10:00pm
Historical Walk
The walk starts at Pioneer Park by the George Gibson statue and Tourist Info booth and is about 90 minutes. By donation.
The route goes over to the little park by Stonehurst, the Persephone, top of wharf, down the wharf, back under it, along seawall to Winegarden Park with stops along the way then finishes up below the museum.
5:00–6:30pm
Entertainment
5:55pm Singing of O Canada
by Lianne, Dianne and Richard
6:15–7:00pm Graham Walker
Bio coming soon
5:55–7:00pm
Dinner and Picnic
1200 Free Dinner
Christ the King Community Church, Gibsons Landing, BC — ctkgibsons.com
In the heart of the community, for the heart of the community.
CTK is a great place for individuals, families, young and old to grow in community and faith. We invite you to join us!
Teddy Bear Picnic
Bring your favourite Teddy Bear for a free health checkup, meet Doctor C. Cavalcade and nurses and when your Teddy Bear is finished the checkup, you will receive a Certificate of Good Health. Details
6:00–8:00pm
Cavalcade Awards
31st Golden Girls Anniversary. 2018 Royal, Prince, Princess, Parade Marshall and Special Awards. Cake cutting ceremony.
7:00–8:00pm
Saturday, July 28, 2018
Gower Point Road to Winn Road closure
Check Road Closures page for full details.
7:00am–9:00pm
Flippers Pancake Breakfast
Heading out early to get a great viewing spot for the parade? Come and enjoy a delicious Pancake Breakfast with sausages.
8:00–11:00am
Parade Assembly
At Park Road
9:00am
Historical Walk
The walk starts at Pioneer Park by the George Gibson statue and Tourist Info booth and is about 90 minutes. By donation.
The route goes over to the little park by Stonehurst, the Persephone, top of wharf, down the wharf, back under it, along seawall to Winegarden Park with stops along the way then finishes up below the museum. Perfect timing to see the parade after the walk!
10:00am
Live Entertainment
Live musical entertainment by singer-songwriter Etienne Siew while you wait for the parade! See bio
10:45–11:30am
Sea Cavalcade Mile Run
Just before the parade, the highway is clear of cars and hundreds of spectators are ready to cheer: the perfect setting for a road mile! Join 100+ runners of all ages and abilities on a fast net downhill course. Post-run refreshments. Cash prizes to 1st male and female. Age group awards from 9 & Under to 70+. Save $ by pre-registering online. Details & Registration.
10:55am
Park Rd to Pratt Rd to North Rd on Gibsons Way;
Late registration & bib pick-up Fri noon–6pm at PaceSetter Athletic; Sat 9:30–10:15am at PaceSetter Athletic; 10:30-10:45 at start line
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! Application Form, map and participant info
Classic Cars on Display
Great display of classic cars and food concession fundraiser.
11:00am–3:00pm
Family Day in Gibsons Landing
Lots to see and do in the Landing! A variety of family-friendly activities in Holland Park, Winegarden Park and Gower Point Road.
12:00–10:00pm
12:00–4:00pm — Bouncy Castle and more
12:00–8:00pm — Craft/Arts Vendors & Educational Booths
AquaVan
Details coming soon
Educational Booth Displays
50 Share your Memories, Guest signing book. Placemat colouring, representing local historical sites and Gibsons memories by Dale Peterson.
12:00–8:00pm — Food Concessions
Gibsons Lions Club, Wandering Wonders Ice Cream, Buddies at the Bay sno-kones Application Forms for vendors
12:35pm — Singing of O Canada
12:40–1:00pm — Mile Race Awards
Overall and age group awards presented to winners of the Mile Race. Draw prizes for participants and volunteers.
1:00–4:00pm — Kids' Activities
Bouncy Castle, Face painting, Kids' Races & Games, Petting Zoo
1:00–1:30pm — Philippine Dancers
1:30–3:30pm — Junior Firefighter Obstacle Course
Do you think you have what it takes to be a “Jr. Firefighter”? Here’s your chance! Come on down and try your hand at our Junior Firefighter Obstacle Course. Open to kids 4-12 years old. Every child who participates will get their very own Jr. Firefighter Certificate.
Come see the new Ladder Truck and visit with members from your local fire department!
1:35–2:00pm — Greek Dancers
2:30–3:00pm — Live Theatre
Gerardo and Errol present Deep C. Fishing Show
3:15–3:45pm — SC Roller Girls
3:45–4:15pm — Silent Disco
4:00–4:05pm — Mongolian Skyline Dance
4:30–4:55pm — Ashley Hautala
Stage by the bus stop. See bio
5:00–7:00pm — Salmon BBQ
Sea Cavalcade Salmon BBQ, cooked by Leo's Tapas & Grill Restaurant
5:00–6:00pm — Amy Hef
Stage by the bus stop. Amy Hef has been compared to artists like Pink, Tegan and Sara and Roxette. Bio
5:00–8:00pm — Bouncy Castle and More
Bouncy Castles In Action
5:00–8:00pm — Virtues Rock Treasure Hunt
250 painted rocks will be hidden in 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. This event is sponsored by the Baha'i Community.
6:00–8:00pm — Live Entertainment
Coordinated by Sandra Cordero. Entertainer bios
8:00–10:15pm — Live Music
Half Cut and the Slackers on stage in the clamshell in Winegarden Park.
Fireworks!
"Music Lights the Night!" Head down to the Landing (or anywhere with a view of the harbour) for a spectacular fireworks display to music!
Saturday Night extra bus service on Gibsons Way behind the Visitor Info Centre. Sponsored by SC Transit System. Details here
10:15pm
Sunday, July 29, 2018
Gower Point Road closure begins
Road closed to traffic
7:00am
Gower Point Rd to Winn Rd
Flippers Pancake Breakfast
The Sea Cavalcade "Flippers" team and the Queen of Pancakes invites everyone to come and enjoy a delicious Pancake Breakfast with sausages. Across from the bus stop.
8:00–11:00am
Kids Fishing Derby
Kids, bring a bucket and an adult, fishing gear and life jacket and try your luck! Bait supplied. Prizes for largest and smallest catch.
9:00–11:00am
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. Entry fee includes ride to Keats, snacks, towel and swim cap. Details and Registration
9:45am
Armours Beach
Check-in 8:00–8:45am
Kayak & SUP Races
Sea Cavalcade and Sunshine Kayaking Ltd. present the third annual Kayak & SUP Races. Armours Beach to Keats Island and back. Single Kayak, Double Kayak, and SUP categories. Awards after the races. Sponsored by Sunshine Kayaking Ltd. Details and Registration
11:00am
Sea Cavalcade — Sunshine Coast Yacht Annual Laser Regatta
A long-standing tradition at Sea Cavalcade.
1:00pm
Winegarden and Holland Park Events
9:00am–4:00pm
9:00–10:00am — TBA
10:00–11:00am — TBA
10:00am–4:00pm — Displays, Food & Vendors
Sunday market, Educational Booths, Sea Cavalcade Booth Sales; plus Food vendors including Gibsons Lions Food concession, Wandering Wonders Ice Cream, Buddies at the Bay sno-kones. Application Forms for vendors
10:00am–4:00pm — Booth Displays
50 Share your Memories, Guest signing book. Placemat colouring, representing local historical sites and Gibsons memories by Dale Peterson.
11:00am–4:00pm — AquaVan
12:00–4:00pm — Bouncy Castle
Bouncy Castles In Action
12:00–4:00pm — Karaoke by Vocal Motion
12:15–12:30pm — Line Dancers
1:00–1:15pm — Line Dancers
1:20–1:50pm — Dance Works Academy
And Kids Poster Contest Awards, at the stage
1:30–4:00pm — Face Painting
2:00–4:00pm — Kids Games Challenge
Kids' games coordinated by the Bank of Montreal and the CIBC
2:00–2:30pm — Fraser Blues Air Show
The Fraser Blues are back! The "Blues" provide a unique demonstration of close, dynamic formation flying in aircraft available to the average GA pilot.
2:30–3:15pm — Etienne Siew
Live music. Bio here
The Sea Ball Race Draw
WIN over $1500 in The Sea Ball Race! Only 1000 raffle tickets will be sold for $5 each. Draw will be held at 4:30pm in Winegarden Park. 1000 colourful plastic balls will drop at Gower Point Road and roll down the road to the finish line. The plastic balls that make it to the end will go into a box for the numbers to be drawn: first the cash, then more additional prizes. If one of your balls gets stuck in the obstacles, you can get it unstuck by blowing on it with a paper towel roll; however, you can only touch the ball ONE TIME.
3:00pm–4:30pm
Winegarden Park
Movie Night
The Gibsons Cinema would like to invite your family to a surprise fun evening to close the 50th Sea Cavalcade. For admission, you will need to get a free wrist ID from the Sea Cavalcade Booth on Gower Point Road on Sunday.
5:00–7:00pm
Gibsons Cinema