50 Things to do at The Pirate Festival...in no particular order!

1. Dress the part – raid your closets, the second hand store, the costume shop – everyone has something piratey to wear!
2.  Bring the kids, bring your grandparents, nephews, nieces, and anyone else who wants to have fun!

3. Watch a show – there are musical shows, shows with magic, shows that you will laugh at, or learn more about the village of Dry Bluffs!
4. Shop in the vendor’s market – jewelry, chain mail, weapons, clothing, leather goods, accessories, games, art, and so much more!
5. End up on stage as part of a show – some audience participation encouraged!
6. Come with friends – build a crew for your own ship!
7. Make new friends – with so many people attending, you are sure to make a new friend in the tavern, or in a shop, or in jail…
8. Talk with a pirate – or a townsperson – better yet, talk with both!
9. Play a game – games of skill, games of chance, games to keep the children busy, or just to watch!
10. Avoid getting muddy while you watch the mud show – or at least try!
11. Dare to sit in the muddy seats while you watch the mud show – the way it SHOULD be enjoyed!

12. Sing some piratey songs at the pub sing – sing along – no one sings worse then Cyrus!
13. Tuck the kids in, and return for the Captain’s Keg – a party with pirates – how often can you do that? 14. Enjoy some grog – if you haven’t tried it, you should! It’s a gift from Neptune himself!
15. Eat a turkey leg – or share with the family!
16. Pose for pictures by the pirate ship, or watch as your kids climb aboard!
17. Do some kids crafts – sailing boats, colouring pages, and more!
18. Follow a storyline that takes the entire day to unravel – interact with the cast to learn a bit more!
19. Listen to live music – which is available all day, and well into Saturday night!

20. Learn about blacksmithing
21. Visit the sea sage!
22. Enjoy our unique pirated fairy-tales – and watch out for the dragon!
23. Watch the Birds of Prey Show –  yes, the birds are live!
24. Enjoy lunch – a variety of offerings (including vegetarian options) can be savoured!
25. Test your skill at the archery range!
26. Buy a pirate a drink – or some grog for the Chandler’s wife (it was worth a try!)
27. Put the kids in jail, or your parents, or your siblings…
28. Prevent the gypsies from stealing your children! (Yes, you have to try to stop them, it may be a lawless town, but it’s not a lawless country!
29. Watch traditional belly dancing, and other traditional dances – perhaps even try it out!

30. Participate in the NEW photo scavenger hunt!
31. Hug a member of the mud crew…after the show!
32. Enjoy a pickle, yes, a real pickle.

 33. See what the Chandler is selling from his cart – and arrange supplies for your ship.
34. Find out more about the Treasure that seems to be the topic of a lot of conversations in Dry Bluffs
35. Steer clear of Blackbeard – but get to know his daughters – they may know more than they are saying!
36. Find out how loud a bellyflop into 2 feet of mud can be.

37. Enjoy plenty of shade while you eat your lunch, and watch the shows.
38. Learn how to play “loo” from a bunch of pirates – and make sure they don’t cheat!
39. Ask William Dampier about his last exploring trip
40. Dance a jig with Billy Bones – but don’t get caught in the cross fire!
41. Find out if Zoltan is really more than Adequate.
42. Learn about famous pirates
43. Try the kettlecorn, and take some home!
44. Watch a duel – in village of pirates this far from water, there is bound to be some sort of fight!

45. Enjoy live music at the Captain’s Keg by The Pirates McKenna, ScIrish & Eclectic Revival
46. Speak with the vendors to find out more about the products they offer – many of them hand made!
47. Learn more about the festival exploring the website: thepiratefestival.com
48. Want to get involved on a  whole different level – volunteer for the day!
49. Find a seat in the shade, and spend some time watching everyone else!
50. Enjoy your visit to Dry Bluffs so much that you return for a second or third day!

Photos used by gracious permission!

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