A search in the Larne Times archive showed there was no shortage of creativity involved in preparations for the pirate-themed event.
Sail back in time to the port town’s high seas celebration with these 20 photos.

1. Pirate Festival
'Captain Hook' with Emma Dodds, Erin Kelso and Angela Kelso all dressed up for the Larne Alive Pirate Festival. Photo: Peter Rippon

2. Pirate Festival
Steven McFaul and his mum enjoying the Larne Alive Pirate Festival parade. Photo: Peter Rippon

3. Pirate Festival
Happy pirates Rosa and Eva from Seaview Primary School, Glenarm at the Larne Alive Pirate Festival parade. Photo: Peter Rippon

4. Pirate Festival
The 'Wicked Witch of the West' at the Larne Alive parade in June 2010. Photo: Peter Rippon
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