Walk in a fisherman’s boots for the day and experience an authentic, commercial fishing community . . .
- Tour commercial fishing boats, tugboats, and historic vessels.
- Listen to the fishing community share stories of their lives, skills and experiences.
- Watch demonstrations of net mending, trap making, fish filleting, and more.
- Enjoy performances of music, poetry, and theater.
- Hear maritime authors read from their works.
- Try your hand at knot tying, net mending and other skills.
- See demonstrations by galley cooks, fisherman’s wives, and local chefs.
Scheduled Activities
- Performances of Music and Fisherpoetry
- Author Readings
- Films
- Cooking Demonstrations
- Contests – Scallop Shucking, Net Mending, Survival Suit Race, and Link Squeezing
- Harbor Tours
- Whaleboat Races and Rides
- Tugboat Muster
Ongoing Activities
- A Working Waterfront Exhibit at Wharfinger Building, Pier 3
- Festival Store
- Fishing Vessel Tours
- Industry Exhibits
- Kids’ Area
- Maritime Artisans Marketplace
- Non-profit Exhibits
- Occupational Demonstrations
- Self-Guided Walking Tours – depart from Wharfinger Building
- Harbor Tours at a discounted rate – depart from Tonnessen Park