The festival started on Friday, May 23 with the Blessing of the Boats - a poignant reflection of the ocean and a blessing to ensure a safe boating season.
Here’s a look at the event through the photos of McAuley Multimedia...
1. EVENT
Finnn Breslin pictured at the Blessing of the Boats at Ballycastle Harbour as the Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival started on Friday evening. Photo: MCAULEY MULTIMEDIA
2. EVENT
Pictured at the Blessing of the Boats at Ballycastle Harbour as the Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival started on Friday evening. Photo: MCAULEY MULTIMEDIA
3. EVENTS
Rev Canon David Ferguson Pictured at the Blessing of the Boats at Ballycastle Harbour as the Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival started on Friday evening. Photo: MCAULEY MULTIMEDIA
4. EVENTS
Pictured at the Blessing of the Boats at Ballycastle Harbour as the Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival started on Friday evening. Photo: MCAULEY MULTIMEDIA