Since 1949 the Argosy Christmas Ship festival has been bringing together Puget Sound communities to celebrate this special time of year. Portions of ticket sales benefit local charities. "From November 24th through December 23rd, 2012 the Argosy Christmas Ship™ sails to different Puget Sound waterfront communities, over 45 in total. Choirs onboard sing 20-minute performances to these communities, all broadcast via state-of-the-art speaker system. On shore, thousands of people gather around roaring bonfires anticipating the arrival of the Christmas Ship™. You can either join us on board the Christmas Ship™ or one of the Parade ships that follow, or join with friends and neighbors to gather together for your own caroling tradition. If you own your own boat, feel welcome to add lights to your vessel and join in the festival and help form the largest holiday floating parade in the world!" Argosy
We joined this festive fun Saturday night and had a wonderful time. Our son and his family joined us. There's something magical about lights and music on the water at night.
Joe leads the way to our ship - the one on the left. We were on the Parade Ship. The carolers rode on the Christmas ship on the right. Speakers made it possible for us to hear the concerts at Kirkland's Marina Park and Seattle's Madison Park. People gathered around bonfires at the parks to listen to the concert and watch the brightly lit ships.
Both the Christmas Ship and Parade Ship were wonderfully decorated. There were crafts for the children and games. Santa managed to be on both ships.
The Christmas ship leaves Kirkland
Christmas trees on top, a star, big "peace" sign on the back of the Christmas ship
Boats of all sizes followed the Christmas ship and Parade ship. It was chilly and windy on the lake.
Madison Park, Seattle
Christmas ship in the distance
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
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