Yarmouth Cup - Ocean Race

The Yarmouth Cup The Yarmouth Cup Ocean Race is a joint endeavour of the Gulf of Maine  
Ocean Racing Association and the Yarmouth Ocean Racing Association of  Nova Scotia.  This event which began as a trial in 1990 has expanded to the point where it has received international attention for its sense of friendly competition as well as its hospitality.

This 174 nautical mile ocean race from Casco Bay in Falmouth, Maine  
to Yarmouth Harbour in Nova Scotia is an excellent end of the season  
event for all classes of boats - racing, cruising and multi-hull. The summer winds are still unpredictable enough t strategy plays  
an important part.

The historic Yarmouth Cup, standing 3 Ѕ feet tall, originated for yacht racing in Yarmouth Harbour.  Following a period of 90 years, the cup was revived in 1990 for the inaugural Yarmouth Cup Ocean Race.

3rd Annual Jack-O-Lantern Parade, Monday, October 29th, 2007
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All parents and children are invited to come to our 3rd Annual Jack-o-Lantern Parade on Monday, Oct. 29th 2007.
This is a walking parade!
We will gather at 6:30 pm at the Tourist Bureau on Main Street. Dress up and bring your flashlights, jack-o-lanterns (wagons are permitted) and join us for an evening of fun while getting some exercise!
Participants will start at the Tourist Bureau and walk down Main Street, veering off on Collins Street to the Yarmouth County Museum and Archives.
Following the parade there will be free hot dogs and hot apple cider at the museum. Parents must accompany children & we encourage everyone to wear bring colored clothes for safety.
Please RSVP to the Yarmouth Department of Leisure Services @ 742-8868 if you are planning to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!

Yarmouth Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, November 23rd, 2007
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Everyone is invited to attend the annual Yarmouth Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, taking place on Friday, November 23rd, 2007, starting at 6:00pm.
We will be lighting the Christmas tree in front of the Yarmouth Town Hall.
Come join us for cider and hot chocolate afterwards. Opening remarks and caroling will begin at 6:00pm, with the tree lighting taking place at 6:15pm. More Christmas carols and refreshments will take place after the lighting.
For more information please call Leisure Services at 742-8868.

Christmas Parade of Lights "The Wonder of Christmas", Saturday, November 24th at 6:00pm
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It's that time of year again! Come and see the beautiful floats and get yourself and your family in the christmas spirit!
The annual Christmas Parade of Lights is November 24th, starting at 6:00pm
If you are interested in putting a float in the parade, please call Barbara Firth at 742-0305

Yarmouth Shark Scramble

Yarmouth, Yarmouth County

Type of Event: Sports/Recreation

Date: Thursday, August 16th, 2007 - Saturday, August 18th, 2007

Yarmouth Shark Scramble is Canada's largest annual shark fishing tournament. It holds the Canadian record for the largest short fin mako, which weighted 1082 lbs. The tournament lasts for three days on the third weekend of August. Along with the fierce competition there is also dock-side musical entertainment, a crafts market, and social gatherings all weekend long. This event collects money for local civic groups and data for scientists. 2007 is the 10th anniversary for the Yarmouth Shark Scramble.

Hours: All Day

Sponser: Play Yarmouth Events

Group: Yarmouth Shark Scramble


Contact Information

Phone: (902) 742-2082

Email: hmcclelland@swsda.com

Address: Water Street


Web Address: www.yarmouthsharkscramble.com

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