Maritime Gig Festival Returns, Volunteers Needed

GIG HARBOR, WA — The Maritime Gig Festival is coming back this year, but organizers still need a few volunteers from the community to make their celebration a reality.

The festival, an annual event put on by the Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce, normally takes place the first full weekend in June every year with a parade and celebration along the downtown waterfront.

However, due to the pandemic the festival has been put off until August 21 and 22nd. The Chamber says their goal is to delivery a community celebration once the city is fully reopened. But to make that happen, they'll need a few people to help out.

Organizers say they need volunteers to serve as:

• Parade Marshalls
• Gatekeepers
• Parade Announcers
• Stage Emcees
• Rubbish Control
• Help at the Children's Fair and Info Booth

Anyone interested in helping out is encouraged to contact Tracy at tpatton@gigharborchamber.com.

This year's festival is set to include a parade, 5k Family Fun Run, the return of the Wheels on the Water Car Show, live music and entertainment and much more.

You can learn more about the upcoming festivities by visiting the Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce's website.