Argosy Christmas Ship Sails From Edmonds Tonight

An annual holiday tradition for 62 years returns to Edmonds tonight when the Argosy Christmas Ship departs from the Edmonds Marina at 7 p.m. At about 7:10, a onboard choir from Everett will give a 20-minute performance broadcast via state-of-the-art speaker system that will be heard by hundreds of people gathered on land.

The ship will then make its way to Richmond Beach Saltwater Park, where it is expected to dock at about 8:20.

Tickets to cruise on the ship, which are by reservation, are sold out. But there are still tickets available for several themed parade boats that will follow the Argosy Christmas Ship.

A portion of all ticket sales benefits The Seattle Times Fund For The Needy, an annual program that raises money for several charitable organizations in the Puget Sound area.

For a complete schedule and more information, go to Argosy Cruises' Web site.