The event, which took place for the first time last year, is similar to a Seafront Sunday, with the road closed to traffic, but with a Saturday night ‘buzz’. Live music, al fresco dining, and local stalls selling arts, crafts, food and drink will line the seafront from 4pm to 10pm.
It was set to make its comeback in June, but had been postponed due to bad weather.
The seafront restaurants are particularly looking forward to welcoming the crowds. Balthazar will be hosting a Rum Shack for the occasion, with DJ Garfield performing from 3pm, and outdoor live music from 6pm.
‘These events are fantastic for St Peter Port and create exactly the sort of atmosphere we should be encouraging on the seafront,’ said the restaurant’s owner Steve Le Poidevin.
‘It brings people into town, supports hospitality and other local businesses, showcases local musicians and producers, and creates something that can be enjoyed equally by locals and visitors. Seeing the harbour and seafront full of people enjoying themselves gives St Peter Port a real buzz.
‘One of the things we particularly love about these events is the opportunity to collaborate with other local businesses and producers. We’re working with Justin from Guernsey Oysters, and Luke from Channel Island Liquor Co is creating a special rum punch for the occasion.’
There will be extra seating at Balthazar and additional public seating along the seafront.
Mr Le Poidevin said it was important to keep these events going, and his team was excited to have two Seafront Saturdaze scheduled within three weeks.
‘Hopefully people get behind both of them and they demonstrate just how successful this fabulous use of the seafront can be.’
Guernsey Hospitality Association president Alan Sillett said the Saturday event was an opportunity for local hospitality businesses to showcase what the island has to offer.
‘Seafront Saturdaze are a great example of the sort of events that help bring St Peter Port to life during the summer months,’ he said.
‘Closing the seafront to traffic creates a really positive atmosphere. From the hospitality industry’s perspective, events like this are important because they create additional reasons for people to visit the seafront, stay longer and enjoy local food and drink.
‘They also contribute to the overall vibrancy and attractiveness of St Peter Port, which is good for the wider visitor economy.
‘We hope the forthcoming events are well supported and, importantly, blessed with good weather.’
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