Local oating enthusiasts wanted to be part of something spectacular this summer in a sensational Parade of Sail and Light Show – “Voyages”
Fireworks and theatre on the River Foyle in Derry will illuminate the night sky during the evening of Friday 20th July and boat owners from around Ireland and the UK are being urged to sign up to join in this unique extravaganza.
It will be a key part of the Foyle Maritime Festival 2018 which will see a host of activities both on and alongside the stunning river setting entertain up to 160,000 people from 14th- 22nd July 2018.
A jazz catamaran, visiting Tall Ships, a seafood festival and an artisan market will surround the arrival and stopover of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race Fleet in Foyle Marina.
Sailors are invited to moor their boats along the Quay to add to the carnival atmosphere and they will be provided with a simple light kit to dress their vessel during their stay and join in the magical showcase on from 9pm – 11 pm.
While here, they will get the chance to chat to competing Clipper Race crews, skippers and race teams as well as have the opportunity to see around the incredible racing boats or even have a sail along the River Foyle on one of the racing yachts.
A range of visiting boats and Tall Ships will also be berthed along the Quay for the duration of the Festival, which this year is based around the theme of ‘Voyages’, making it the dream setting for sailing families seeking out the ideal destination this summer.
The highlight will be the Parade of Sail and Light showcase involving hundreds of performers on land, air and water entertaining thousands of festival visitors watching spellbound from the riverside.
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