EVENTS SCHEDULE
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2017
QUEEN’S LUNCHEON
REGATTA SQUARE
NOON • ASTORIA GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB
The Queen’s Luncheon honors 2016 Queen Aubrey McMahan, as well as
other past Regatta Court royalty. $15 per person suggested donation.
This is a by-invitation event. Sponsored by Lum’s Auto Center.
11 A.M. - 4 P.M. • FREE • 12TH STREET AND DUANE AVENUE,
DOWNTOWN ASTORIA
Come to the Regatta Square (Heritage Square at 12th and Duane) for salmon, ribs,
hamburgers and hot dogs. Enjoy a beverage from local and national breweries in
our unique Beer Garden, while listening to some entertaining music and
performances. And there will also be a Fun Zone for the kids, with games, a bounce
house and much more. The activities start right after the parade at 1 p.m., and
helpers running the games are Tongue Point Job Corps Students. Sponsored by
Providence Seaside Hospital, The Daily Astorian and US Bank.
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THE LOWER COLUMBIA
HERITAGE FESTIVAL
A TRADITION SINCE 1894
6 P.M. • FREE ($10 SUGGESTED DONATION) • LIBERTY THEATER
This year’s court of four princesses will vie for the coveted queen’s crown,
followed by light refreshments at the historic Liberty Theater. Sponsored by
Warrenton Business Association.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2017
ASTORIA REGATTA JUNIOR PARADE
5:30 P.M. • FREE • DOWNTOWN ASTORIA
Kids from all over the region strut their stuff on Thursday night through the streets
of downtown Astoria. Sure to bring a smile. Hosted by Astoria-Warrenton Kiwanis.
MOVIE NIGHT AND BBQ
7 P.M. • FREE • WARRENTON CITY PARK (NEXT TO COMMUNITY CENTER)
Join us in Warrenton after the Junior Parade for some awesome BBQ and a movie
under the stars. Hosted by Warrenton Business Association.
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 11, 2017
NEWS & COORDINATION:
KAELIA NEAL
FESTIVAL CONTACT:
SCOTT DOCHERTY
GATHERING OF PAST ADMIRALS
AND PRESIDENTS
NOON • $35/PERSON • PATRIOT HALL at CCC
Our annual, always delicious lunch for the past admirals and presidents of the
Astoria Regatta. By invitation only. Sponsored by Columbia Memorial Hospital.
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SEAMEN’S MEMORIAL
3 P.M. • FREE • MARITIME MEMORIAL PARK IN UNIONTOWN
At Astoria’s Maritime Memorial Park, join the U.S. Coast Guard in honoring all
those who have served the maritime industry, from military seamen to
commercial fishermen. Sponsored by Port of Astoria.
CHRIS OLSON
ADMIRAL’S RECEPTION
DESIGN & LAYOUT:
5:30 P.M. • $20/PERSON • THE BARBEY CENTER
Join 2017 Admiral Erik Thorsen for our annual reception. Top local restaurants will
feature signature appetizers at this ticket event. Reservations are required. $10 at
the door with Regatta Pin. Sponsored by Warrenton Fiber/Nygaard Logging.
JOHN D. BRUIJN
ADVERTISING DESIGN:
KEVIN WEIDOW
GAIL HENRIKSON
SATURDAY, AUGUST 12, 2017
RICHARD RIDGEWAY
ROYAL ROSARIANS ROSE PLANTING
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9 A.M. • FREE • LIGHTHOUSE PARK
This year, the Portland Royal Rosarians and the Astoria Regatta honors various
dignitaries with a planting of selected roses. This year’s celebration will be held at
Lighthouse Park at the main crossroads in Warrenton. Hosted by The Royal
Rosarian Foundation.
AUGUST 9-13
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 12, 2017 (CONTINUED)
REGATTA GRAND LAND PARADE
NOON • FREE • DOWNTOWN ASTORIA
Join us at the biggest and oldest Grand Land Parade west of the Rockies.
Sponsored by Pacific Power and Teevin Bros.
SAILBOAT RACES
1 P.M. - 4 P.M. • FREE • ASTORIA YACHT CLUB, WEST MOORING BASIN
All weekend long, the Astoria Yacht Club will be holding its annual Regatta Sailboat
Races. Saturday, wind permitting, you can view the races east of the Astoria Bridge
toward the Columbia River Maritime Museum. Please contact the Astoria Yacht
Club for more information. Presented by Astoria Yacht Club.
HIGHWATER BOAT PARADE
5:30 P.M. • FREE • ASTORIA, COLUMBIA RIVERFRONT FROM WEST
BASIN MARINA TO COLUMBIA RIVER MARITIME MUSEUM
Before the sun goes down, at high tide, gather all along the Columbia riverfront for the
annual Regatta Boat Parade. Participating captains get one day free mooring at the
West Basin Marina. Sponsored by Englund Marine Supply and Fishhawk Fisheries.
REGATTA FIREWORKS SHOW
DUSK • FREE • EAST MOORING BASIN
After the Highwater Boat Parade, make sure to find your favorite spot to view a
spectacular fireworks show over the river. Sponsored by Knutsen Insurance.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 13, 2017
SAILBOAT RACES
1 P.M. - 4 P.M. • FREE • ASTORIA YACHT CLUB, WEST MOORING BASIN
All weekend long, the Astoria Yacht Club will be holding its annual Regatta Sailboat
Races. Sunday, wind permitting, races will be held to the west of the bridge. Please
contact the Astoria Yacht Club for more information. Presented by Astoria Yacht Club.
REGATTA CONCERT
3 P.M. • FREE • ASTORIA HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM
Columbia River Symphony will present this year’s special Regatta Concert.
Sponsored by Bank of the Pacific.
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