BOWFEST
SATURDAY,
AUG 23, 2025—
Gates: 11:00am - 9:00pm
CRIPPEN REGIONAL PARK
Events
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PARADE
11:15-11:45AM (ish)
The parade starts after the 11:15 ferry leaves and winds its way from BICS to the library.
Grab a spot early and enjoy the show, or get in touch if you’d like to have a float.
This year the Bowen community voted for the parade theme Sacred Creatures Across Cultures!
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ON THE STAGE
2:00 - 9:00PM
Enjoy live music and special activities for all ages on our main stage.
This year acts include:
- Queen of Colour
- Coco Jafro
- The Sixties Band
- Jeep
- DJ Mayor McCheese -
KIDS AND FAMILY
11:00 - 5:00PM
Inflatables, games, and more will be fun for the whole family.
Don’t forget to prep for Slug Races, Best Lego Build, and Biggest Zucchini!
And on the stage, we’ll have two headlining competitions. Lip Sync, and back this year: Hot Legs!
FOOD & DRINK
MILLER’S MEATCRAFT
Delicious sandwiches
BOWEN PIZZA CO
Variety of pizza options
ROLLING JOE
Your caffeine fix for the day!
J’S DISCO DOGS
Hot dogs with veggie options
RAINBOW TRUCK
Ice cream & other cold treats
THE LEGION
Enjoy adult beverages site-wide. Valid ID required and please drink responsibly.
Join the team
We’re seeking volunteers! Join the fun and this amazing community event that’s been volunteer-run for almost 50 years.
Our first 2025 volunteer info session will likely be in June. We have lots of different roles with varying time commitments. Sign up now to get volunteer information closer to Bowfest!
FAQ
Tickets
Buy tickets at the gates (north, east, and west sides of the field in Crippen Regional Park). North Gate will have tap to pay! Tickets are $15 for adults, $5 for teens, and free for kids 0-12.
This is a not-for-profit event so tickets cover the cost to run Bowfest and make sure everyone has a ton of fun.
Tips
It’s a good idea to bring cash in case vendors don’t have tap to pay. Bring a picnic blanket to watch the band, and remember sunscreen! And please no dogs, smoking/ vaping, or outside alcohol.
Safe Ride Home
Enjoy the festivities and take a free ride home with many thanks to the Orchard Recovery Centre and Maureen Sawasy for driving. Shuttle runs from 6pm and picks up in the Crippen parking lot.
