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.

5. Pirate Festival
Daryn and Jamie join in the Larne Alive Pirate Festival parade. Photo: Peter Rippon

6. Pirate Festival
Enjoying the Larne Alive Pirate Festival parade in 2010. Photo: Peter Rippon

7. Pirate Festival
This 'Oompa Loompa' finds out what the lollipops taste like at the Larne Alive parade in 2010. Photo: Peter Rippon

8. Pirate Festival
In costume for the Larne Alive Pirate Festival parade in 2010. Photo: Peter Rippon
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