Thanks to the bright minds of Bowen Island Community School (BICS) student council, Bowfest was presented with a truly expert shortlist for this year’s theme: Out Of This World vs. Mythical Creatures From Around The World. Time constraints meant that this year’s battle for theme was short and fierce. The clash of themes raged on for a week while Bowen voted through four outlets: the smallest Bowenites had their say at Bowen Children’s Centre, we voted online via Bowfest Facebook group, tradition blind ballot was held and the General Store, and our trusted board put in their two cents.
The outcome of this neck-to-neck race was anything but expected (who are we kidding, this is Bowen, it was totally expected). Breakdown of votes:
BCC 14.75% Myth 10.25% Space
FB 18.25% 6.75%
General Store 13.75% 11.25%
Board 15.75% 9.25%
Total: 62.5% 37.5%
(Each group was given 25%)
And thus our theme was decided: MYTHICAL CREATURES FROM AROUND THE WORLD. Time to dust off your unicorn horn and get the mermaid tail out of the shed. This year’s theme is sure to get Bowen’s fanciful community pumped. As well as a parade that is sure to be truly magical, Bowfest has recruited some of our island’s many artisans and crafters to create decorations, embellishment, and other beautifications to help amplify the theme and general ambiance of Bowfest.
Who among us could possibly say no to a visit to an “enchanted” beer garden? On 29th August Bowen will be alive with the patter of centaur hooves, the beat of phoenix wings, and roar of harpy calls.
As well as the mythical creature theme, Bowfest will be honoring our 40 year anniversary by hosting a 1975 tent filled with old time Bowfest games, including Hot Legs, neighborhood tug of war, and wood splitting competitions. We are currently looking for a volunteer MC for these events. If you would like to get involved with this year’s Bowfest please contact us at [email protected]. Bowfest is only possible through volunteer support.
