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...
21. EVENTS
Charlie Stewart, skipper of Rathlin Ferry, with the Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Ciaran McQuillan at The Blessing of the Boats ceremony which marked the start of the Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival. Photo: MCAULEY MULTIMEDIA
22. EVENTS
Rev Fr Brian Daley at The Blessing of the Boats ceremony which marked the start of the Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival. Photo: MCAULEY MULTIMEDIA
23. EVENTS
The Blessing of the Boats ceremony which marked the start of the Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival. Photo: MCAULEY MULTIMEDIA
24. EVENTS
The Blessing of the Boats ceremony which marked the start of the Rathlin Sound Maritime Festival. Photo: MCAULEY MULTIMEDIA