The Olympia Wooden Boat Association is proud to announce the 34th Annual Olympia Wooden Boat Fair will be held Saturday and Sunday on Mother’s Day Weekend, May 11 and 12, 2013.
The fair, a traditional community and family fun event, is held at Percival Landing Park in downtown Olympia. Hours of this FREE event are Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. On display will be wooden boats of all sizes and types, new and old, power and sail, row boats, dinghies, kayaks, and canoes.
The Children’s Boat Building Booth, held on Saturday until the wood runs out, is a family fun tradition offered at the Wooden Boat Fair. Boat hulls and components are supplied to children to build their dream boat. Adult supervision is required.
Handmade arts and crafts from local artisans will be on display in booths featuring artwork, pottery, wooden décor, jewelry, clothing, stained glass, leather products, homemade food products, and many more nautical-related items.
When the family gets hungry, walk through the International Food Alley booths offering traditional burgers, seafood, and international choices to tempting desserts, sweets, and treats.
The fair is known for showcasing local musical entertainment starting at noon.
Saturday, May 11
Noon The Aspirations (Aspire School Jazz Band)
2:00 Blue Pickup (Bluegrass band)
4:00 Tumwater High School Jazz Ensemble
