While the weather had cleared up by Saturday, there were a couple of key festival items missing such as the donkeys and one dance group who had pulled out due the predictions.

However, there was still plenty for festival patrons to see and have a go at as well as linger and relax in the autumn day. 

Warren Lawrence reported having people go through the old Richardson and Scully building, which he and wife Fiona own, all day.

This was the first year the building was open to the public to have a look inside and learn what the Lawrence’s plan is for its restoration.

The Black Joak Morris Dancers drove through rain from Sydney to sunny Raymond Terrace to form a highlight of the festival. 

There were some new games, and the first appearance of a witch.