BOWFEST
See you in 2025 Bowen!
SATURDAY,
AUG 23, 2025—
Timing details to be confirmed
CRIPPEN REGIONAL PARK
Events
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PARADE
10:30-11:00AM (ish)
The Parade typically starts after the 10:40 ferry leaves and winds its way down from BICS to the Ferry Terminal.
Grab a spot early and enjoy the show, or get in touch if you’d like to have a float (contact info below).
In 2024 the community voted for the theme and the resounding winner was Underwater!
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ON THE STAGE
2:00 - 8:00PM
Enjoy live music and special activities for all ages on our main stage. In 2024 we had:
Snug Cove Blues Band
Boom Daddy
Straightup Sevenhills
We’re bringing back a favourite: the lip-sync competition!
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KIDS AND FAMILY
11:00 - 3:00PM
Fun for kids and the whole family! Find inflatable rides and games, community vendors, and a tug-of-war kids vs. adults show down.
Special highlight: At 3:00 we’ll announce our annual Country Fair winners! Earn Bowen bragging rights by winning contests like biggest zuchinni, best Lego buils and, of course, fastest slug.
FOOD & DRINK
2024 FOOD VENDORS
THE RUDDY
Fresh fruit, cold drinks, slushies, snacks
BOWEN PIZZA CO
Variety of pizza options
BRANCH ON BOWEN
Tacos
2024 FOOD VENDORS
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
Admission is by donation. Suggested $15/adult, $5/teens. Kids under 12 are free. Family (2 Adults + up to 2 kids) is $30.
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 Peter King for driving. Shuttle runs from 6pm and picks up in the Crippen parking lot.
