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Bermagui Blessing
The Bermagui Blessing is held at Bermagui Fishermen’s Wharf
against the magnificent backdrop of the harbour and Mount Gulaga.
In previous years the service has been led by different members of
the local clergy, a particular favourite being the late Father
Barney Lynch.
Soloists and the Probus Men’s Choir lead the singing of the hymns.
Fishing boats are decorated with balloons and bunting and there is a
prize for the best decorated boat.
Street Parade
The Bermagui Seaside Fair Street Parade is one of the opening events
of the Fair. Locals and visitors alike thoroughly enjoy the
spectacle of a live parade with everyone getting into the atmosphere
of the Fair early in the day. Hundreds of spectators line both sides
of Bermagui’s main street to watch the kilometre-long parade …. a
colourful mix of groups, individuals, animals, vehicles and
musicians.
The parade provides a showcase of the town’s community and business
groups who dress up according to the ‘theme’ of the year. For each
parade, floats are decorated according to the theme and participants
range from the local SES and Rural Fire Service, the Bermagui Public
School and Pre-School, various district vintage car clubs, pony
clubs, sporting groups and local businesses.
In 2006 the street parade theme was ‘Seaside Living’. In 2007, to
commemorate the 10th Annual Bermagui Seaside Fair, the theme was
‘Celebrations!’. The theme in 2008 was ‘Love the life we live!’. In
2009 it was “Bermagui Bling – Let’s Shine” and the town sparkled
with glitter, tinsel and all manner of shiny things. The theme for
the 2010 Fair was “Bermagui: Proud of Our Place”. Reflecting
Bermagui’s fishing history and the multitude of activities to be
enjoyed on the beautiful waters in and around Bermagui, the theme
for 2011 was “Messin’ About in Boats”.
Just for the fun of it, the theme for the 2012 Bermagui Seaside Fair
is "Hey Hey It's Hat Day!".
Click here to download an entry
form to participate in the 2012 street parade.
Kids Entertainment &
Free Novelty Events
The kid’s entertainment program is a highlight of the Bermagui
Seaside Fair. A children’s show guaranteed to captivate and delight
both young and old is held around 11.00am on Dickinson Oval. There
are also free novelty events – such as three legged, egg and spoon
and sack races – which run all day after the street parade and every
child gets to choose and keep their favourite from a huge box of
stuffed toys.
And there’s lots more … the carnival, sandcastle competition, pet
pageant, helicopter rides, fireworks.
“Art in Place” Themed
Art Exhibition
A major attraction of the Seaside Fair is the “Art in Place” themed
art exhibition which provides local artists with the opportunity to
exhibit their works and the community with an opportunity to enjoy
and appraise it.
The 2012 exhibition will be held from Saturday 3rd to Saturday 10th
March at Shop 8 (upstairs), Bermagui Fishermen's Wharf. The theme is
"Bermagui Conversations" which has broad interpretation potential
and should produce some exciting and interesting work from
participating artists.
If you are interested in contributing work to this exhibition please
email us.
Photographic Exhibition
2006 saw the first stand alone photographic exhibition at the
Bermagui Seaside Fair. It was a tremendous success and has gained in
popularity each year since. People’s Choice Awards in senior and
junior categories enable visitors to the exhibition to become
involved and nominate their favourite photographic work.
The 2012 Photographic Exhibition will be held at the Bermagui
Community Centre in Bunga Street (opposite Mitre 10) from 1.00pm
Friday 9th to 3.00pm Sunday 11th March. Prizes will be presented on
the Sunday after counting of the People's Choice votes. There are
two sections, both open subject - Senior (18 years and over) and
Junior (under 18 years). Up to five entries are allowed.
Click here to download an entry
form if you would like to exhibit work/s at the 2012 Photographic
Exhibition.
Bermagui Country Club
Arts & Crafts Exhibition
The Bermagui Country Club Arts & Crafts Exhibition has always been a
major feature of the Bermagui Seaside Fair and includes a fabulous
array of painting, pottery, leadlight, glasswork, woodwork,
needlecraft and china. Held in two large marquees on Dickinson Oval
the exhibition is open from 10.00am to 4.00pm.
Click here to download an entry
form to participate in the 2012 Arts & Crafts Exhibition.
Model Boat Expo
The first
Model Boat Expo was held in 2011 and attracted 70 entries from as
far afield as Victoria, Newcastle, Sydney and Canberra as well as
locals from Dalmeny and Bermagui.
Local model boat enthusiast, Merv Payne, exhibits his diorama
harbour scene which includes 39 boats and measures 5m x 5m. Terry
Hamlyn from the Hubertus Boat Club, displayed a model Titanic in a
glass case, a fishing vessel and a Port Phillip Schooner. Newcastle
based exhibitor, Charles Baxter from Task Force 72, exhibited an
aircraft carrier and 2 Corvette escorts. Malcolm McGann from
Parkdale in Victoria brought along an American Colonial Schooner, a
Scandinavian yacht and a St Ives Mackerel Driver.
The Expo is held annually at the Bermagui Seaside Fair on Saturday
and Sunday. The Bermagui Country Club provides exhibitors with a
secure venue with easy access from the club car park.
If you wish to participate in the 2012 Model Boat Expo,
click here to download an entry
form.
Sandcastle Competition
The Marshall & Tacheci Real Estate Sandcastle Competition is a
wonderful opportunity for the whole family or a group of friends to
spend an hour or two letting their creativity run wild in the sands
of beautiful Horseshoe Bay Beach.
Don’t forget to slip, slop, slap and bring a drink. Great prizes to
be won!
Live Entertainment
The two stages on Dickinson Oval provide entertainment and
demonstrations all day long. The program is varied and includes live
bands, dance, choirs, music, fashion, cooking, karate and audience
involvement activities.
Variety Concert
To ensure that all age
groups are catered for in the entertainment category, a Variety
Concert is held on the day after the main day of the Fair. The
concert is free and features artists from far and wide, providing
great music and laughs to suit people who enjoy their music a little
more on the country side.
The 2012 Bermagui Seaside Fair Variety Concert will be held on
Sunday 11th March at the Bermagui Country Club commencing at 1.00pm.
Market Stalls
The Bermagui Seaside Fair showcases the quality and diverse nature
of goods and services the region has to offer. It focuses on quality
produce, cultural activities and the local services available to
visitors and residents of the Sapphire Coast.
The Fair attracts up to 10,000 people and is promoted via a wide
reaching media campaign with a strong emphasis throughout NSW, ACT
and Victoria. With over 100 stall sites available, it will give you
the opportunity to demonstrate, discuss and sell your products and
services.
Click here to download a market
stall application form for the 2012 Bermagui Seaside Fair.
For more information, contact Christine: phone (02) 6493 3378 or
0427 933 378, fax (02) 6493 3407.
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