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Open through September 10th, 2010: “Real
Pirates: The Untold Story of the Whydah from Slave Ship to Pirate Ship”
St. Louis, MO
Location: St. Louis Science Center
This
world premier exhibit
organized by National Geographic tells the compelling
story of the Whydah, a real pirate ship that began as a slave ship, and
the stories of the diverse people whose lives converged on the vessel.
Sunk in a fierce storm off the coast of Cape Cod in April 1717, the Whydah was
located by underwater explorer Barry Clifford in 1984, becoming the first fully
authenticated pirate ship to be discovered in American waters. The exhibition,
with more than 200 treasures recovered from the wreck, will provide visitors
with an unprecedented glimpse into unique economic, political and social
circumstances of the early 18th-century Caribbean and the inextricable link
between the slave trade and piracy. Over 150 artifacts from the first
authenticated pirate shipwreck found in American waters! , See real pirate
weaponry such as cannons and grenades , Touch actual pirate treasure! , Board a
re-creation of the Whydah to see pirate living quarters and experience life on
board!
( This exhibit is scheduled to next visit: St.
Louis: Summer/Fall 2010, TBA: Winter/Spring 2011, Denver: Summer/Fall 2011,
Phoenix: Winter/Spring 2012, and Cleveland: Summer/Fall 2012. )
August 21, 2010: Pirate Invasion at the St Louis Science Center.
Time: 12-4 pm
Location: St. Louis Science Center
Entertainers from St. Louis Pirate Festival will invade the Real Pirates
exhibition. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to enrich your Real Pirates
exhibition experience! Have a FREE GoodEye Photoshare photo taken with a Pirate
inside the exhibition with a Real Pirates ticket purchase. Skits, sword-fights,
and sea shanties! Tickets subject to availability at ticketmaster.com or can be
purchased on-site while supplies last.
Open through September 19, 2010: Pirates,
Privateers and Buccaneers Exhibit
Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Featuring actual artifacts as well as reproductions to illustrate the lives and
times of buccaneers during the heyday of piracy (approximately 1600-1718), this
exhibit at the South Carolina State Museum displays a pirate ship’s bell,
rigging hook, cannon balls, pewter plates, buckles, ballast stones, cannon
aprons and small vials of gold dust. A concretion tank features mineralized
artifacts as they would have appeared when found on the ocean’s floor. See
money plundered by pirates, including silver “pieces of eight,” gold
doubloons, and Spanish reals. Reproduction cannons from pirate ships give guests
the feel of being on the deck of a pirate ship.
Hands-on elements include: reproduction weapons, such as
swords, pistols and muskets; learn to tie a variety of sailor’s knots; walk
off “paces” from a treasure map; try on reproduction pirate clothing; learn
pirate expressions such as “shiver me timbers” and “blow me down” * take
pictures at a ship’s wheel; plus much more! $5 for adults, $3 for children
(ages 3-12) in addition to general admission
Open
Through December 2010: Pirate Exhibit at the Schiele
Museum of Natural Hsitory
Gastonia, NORTH CAROLINA
Come aboard the new exhibit Pirates! Visitors will journey through a world of
swashbucklers, scallywags, and scurvy sea dogs; it's the Pirates of the New
World, adventurers from Carolina to the Caribbean. The exhibit also displays
life on a real ship, with a captain's quarters, ship's galley, pirate campsite,
and port of call. Check out the capuchin monkeys while you are here; they will
be very special guests during the exhibit. "Pirates" is an original
one of a kind exhibit created by The Schiele Museum's staff. Journey through the
three-room ship, walking the decks into the world of pirates, including a trip
to "Port Royal" our special Pirate town. Visitors can also take a
break from the ship and enjoy Pirates at the movies in the museum auditorium,
with a rotation of classic Pirate tales at throughout the summer. The age of
Pirates was a time of great adventure and danger. The exhibit will give visitors
a first hand look into weapons, ships, maps and wrecks. Come learn to talk like
a pirate or tie a knot, hoist your own jolly roger and dress like a pirate,
these are just a few of the interactive elements visitors will discover. Please
visit www.schielemuseum.org for more information or call The Schiele Museum at
704.866-6908.
SPECIAL EVENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THIS EXHIBIT:
Pirate Movie Mondays: June 12 – August 22 Mondays 2 PM
Pirate Wheel of Fortune Game Show: Saturdays 10 AM, Sundays
1:15 PM
Pirates Cove Activity Center Saturdays 11 AM – 4 PM,
Sundays 1 – 4 PM
Pirate Invasion: Saturday, June 17 & Sunday, June 18
Buccaneers Ball: July 17, 7 pm
Latitude, Lead, and Line: The Mechanics of Navigation in the
Age of Piracy: June 24 - 26
The Schiele is at 1500 E. Garrison Blvd., Gastonia, and is open 9 a.m. to 5
p.m., Monday through Saturday, and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sundays. General admission for
non-city resident adults is $7, $6 for students and seniors. For City of
Gastonia residents, admission is $5 for adults and $4 for students and seniors.
Members are admitted for free. Planetarium admission is $3 for all visitors,
plus museum admission.
September
2nd through 6th, 2010: Festival of Sail
San Diego, CALIFORNIA
The Festival of Sail is an annual event with something for everyone. The event
is held over Labor Day weekend each year and starts with a bang! Cannon fire
will salute the entrance of the tall ships from all over the world as they
parade around San Diego Bay passing by Harbor Island, Shelter Island, Seaport
Village and the Coronado Bridge ending up at the Maritime Museum's docks. Live
entertainment from a variety of genres including: Contemporary Rock, Sea
Chanteys, Mariachi's, Steel Drum Bands, local community groups, etc. Petting
zoo, Cruises on San Diego Bay, cannon battles, sailing on racing yachts, over
150 arts and craft vendors, food, interaction with pirates, and more. Cannon
Battle Sails: Sail a Tall Ship into battle! Fight the "Enemy" Tall
Ship on Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday. Historic Bay Cruises on the 1914
Pilot Boat: Enjoy a 30 minute guided tour of San Diego Bay on our historic Pilot
Boat. Look for the No Quarter Given booth. Jamaica Rose
and Cap'n Michael will be selling and signing their new book, "The
Book of Pirates". Tickets are $5.00 per person (in addition to the passport purchase).
America's Cup Boat Sails: Cruise the bay on America's Cup boats! Stars &
Stripes and Abracadabra will be heading out for a sail to view the tall ship's
cannon battles and Festival of Sail from the on-the-water perspective.
September
4th and 5th, 2010: Halifax Harbour Sea Music Festival
Halifax, NOVA SCOTIA
Location: Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
On September 4 & 5, the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic will be
hosting the second annual Halifax Harbour Sea Music Festival. Three workshop
stages will be featured during the day, with free concerts and workshops. On
Saturday night, there will be a shanty cruise aboard the Tall Ship Silva. On
Sunday evening, the grand finale of the event will be a concert at the Maritime
Museum. Tickets for both events are $20. The list of performers will include
Canadian legend Tom Lewis, Geoff Kaufmann, from Mystic Seaport, Tom Kastle from
Chicago and local favourites such as Clary Croft, Vince Morash, David Stone,
John Ferguson, Roger Stone, Alastair MacDonald, Jay Perry, Margo Carruthers and
many others. This is an event not to be missed! For additional information:
Richard MacMichael 902-424-6446 macmicrs@gov.ns.ca
September
4 and 5, 2010: Halifax
Harbour Sea Music Festival 2010
The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic will be hosting the second annual Halifax
Harbour Sea Music Festival. Three workshop stages will be featured during the
day, with free concerts and workshops. On Saturday night, there will be a shanty
cruise aboard the Tall Ship Silva. On Sunday evening, the grand finale of the
event will be a concert at the Maritime Museum. Tickets for both events are $20.
The list of performers will include Canadian legend Tom Lewis, Geoff Kaufmann,
from Mystic Seaport, Tom Kastle from Chicago and local favourites such as Clary
Croft, Vince Morash, David Stone, John Ferguson, Roger Stone, Alastair
MacDonald, Jay Perry, Margo Carruthers and many others. This is an event not to
be missed! For additional information: Richard MacMichael 902-424-6446 macmicrs@gov.ns.ca
September
10th & 12th, 2010: Toshiba
Tall Ships Festival
Dana Point, CALIFORNIA
Tall ships parade (Brig Pilgrim, Spirit of Dana Point
and many others) , sunset sails. Ship tours, cannon battles, sea
chanteys, art show, pirate camp (Port Royal Privateers), tour the Ocean
Institute, food, music and much more. Look for the
No Quarter Given booth. Jamaica Rose and Cap'n Michael will be selling and
signing their new book, "The
Book of Pirates". Usually held the weekend after Labor Day. Call the Ocean Institute at (949)
496-2274
September
10th through 12th, 2010: 3rd Annual Treasure Coast Pirate Fest
Stuart, FLORIDA
Time: Fri. evening, (TBD), Sat. 10 am to 8 pm, Sun 10 sm to 6 pm Sun.
Pirates will be sailing in to historic downtown Stuart, rain or Shine. Admission
to the event is free. This festival will host a variety of events such as a
family treasure hunt, adult and children's costume contests, and more. The event
will also include various pirate themed merchandise, food and beverage vendors,
along with 3 stages of live entertainment and an abundance of pirate performers.
Come dressed as your favorite Hollywood Buccaneer or a Historical Swashbuckler
from the Golden Age of Piracy. Vendors contact: Suzanne King, ph: 727-322-5217,
TreasureCoastPirateFest@gmail.com.
Sponsors or Entertainers please contact: Kathy Gilbert, ph: 561-792-9260, email:
PirateFestInfo@aol.com
September
11th, 2011: 2011 Hot
Pirate Babes Calendar Release
St. Augustine, FLORIDA
TIME: 5 to 10pm
LOCATION: Ocean Pier Pavilion, 350 A1A Beach Blvd, St Augustine Beach, Florida
32080
Each year cutthroats, rogues n’ buccaneers eagerly await the Hot Pirate Babe
Calendar Release Party. This all inclusive event gets you a signed copy of the
2011 Hot Pirate Babe Calendar, a full 6 course authentic Pyrate Dinner, all you
can drink ale, grog and tea, a set of classes on Cutlass Sword Fighting and How
to Talk Like a Pirate, Entertainment by Rusty Cutlass, Captain Dan, Belly
Dancers & Pyrate Pyro Performance. . The cost is $45 per individual or $80
per couple. You must purchase you tickets on-line at: www.hotpiratebabes.com/party.html
or at the store: Pirate Fashions N Fotos, 26 Cuna Street, St Augustine, FL
32084. Tickets will not be available at the door and limited to 180 guests.
Dress code of fashionable pirate clothing will be enforced. Models from the
calendar will be on hand to autograph copies of the calendar. Tiger Lee is the
photographer and publisher of the Hot Pirate Babe Calendar series for the past 5
years. He also runs “Pirate Fashions N Fotos” the worlds only pirate photo
studio and pirate retail store. He wrote the “A Siren’s Call” column in
“Pirates Magazine” for 3 years. Tiger also created the “Molly Roger” the
little sister of old Jolly Roger and first female pirate symbol.
September
11th, 2010: Pirate's
Day
Barnegat, NEW JERSEY.
Time: 9 am to 4 pm
Crafts, vendors, food, entertainment, kid's games, bands, reenactors, and lots of
swashbuckling fun. Pirate costume contest with prizes. Fireworks and
live band by the bay at dusk. Vendors and
pirate crews contact Ginny, 609-698-1618.
September
11th, 2010: 2nd Annual Fishermen's Village
"Pirate's Day" Festival
Punta Gorda, FLORIDA
2nd annual Pirate's Festival. Fun for the entire family. Games, contests,
prizes, live entertainment! Free admission. Call 941 575-3067 for more
information. Stores open 10 am-7 pm Call 941 639-8721 for more information.
Vendors can email Hope Petkus at events@fishville.com or Kathy Burnam at kathyb@fishville.com
or mkting@fishville.com.
September
11th, 2010: 5th Annual Pirate Murder Mystery
Weekend "Who Killed the Cap'n?"
Port Orchard, WASHINGTON
Location: Downtown Port Orchard and Waterfront Park
[until we get updated information for 2010, here are details from the 2009 listing]
The 2009 Murder Mystery Planning Committee invites you to be a part of our
committee! Join us for our next meeting Tues. June 16th and June 30th at 9am at
Myreh's Restaurant or call the Chamber office at 360-876-3505 for more
information.
[from the 2008 listing]
Participants
will look for clues at downtown businesses and interview characters in an
interactive play to discover who killed Cap'n Dwight "Deadly D" Cline,
a notorious pirate. According to "legend," Cap'n Cline has a hidden
treasure trove waiting to be discovered. The
event features a Market Faire near Waterfront Marina Park. There will be crafts
for kids, pirate stories and other family-friendly activities throughout the
weekend. Also Pirate Look-a-like Contest and a Pirate's Ball.
Phone: 360/876-3505, Toll Free: 1-800-982-8139, e-mail: office@portorchard.com
September
11th through 26th (weekends), 2010: (weekends): The 5th Annual St. Louis
Pirate Festival
Wentzville, MISSOURI
Fort Royal, Martinique 1755
France has a king, England has a king. Why shouldn't pirates have a king? It's
the Golden Age of Piracy, and in the village of Fort Royal on the island of
Martinique, pirates have gathered to choose a Pirate King. Of course, this is
news to the Governor, who is courting the favors of the French King, Louis, in
hopes of receiving a title and royal appointment. The three lead contenders for
the title of pirate king have decided that the decision should be based on
"friendly" competition. Suddenly everyone is caught up in the contests
-- even the ladies of the St. Clair Gentlemen's Club and the local religious
order! Pirates are pirates, and rules -- well, guidelines, really -- are broken
as the day's competition comes to a head. And how will the governor react when
he finds out that pirates are trying to elect one of their own to leadership,
right under his nose? Come out and join the fun! And every hour, on the hour,
raise your mug of grog to the health of the king. Which king? Who cares? It's a
festival! Held at Wentzville's Rotary Park, 45 minutes from downtown St. Louis.. St
Louis Pirate Festival Office 425 Spencer Road St. Peters, MO 63376 (636)
928-4141.
September
17, 2010: 4th Annual Pirates For Children along with the Rumble and Rock
on the City Block 2010
Time: 4:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: 195 Center Street Prom, Anaheim, CA
This is the 4th annual Pirates For Children, Friday Sept. 17th. Along with
musical guests Mommies Little Monsters and Pirates Of The Black Swan.
September
17th,
18th, and 19th, 2010: The 2nd Annual Marcus Hook Pirate Festival
Marcus Hook, PENNSYLVANIA
Ahoy, Mateys! Set your sails for the port o' Marcus Hook and join the Plankhouse
Crew in three days of merry-making. Party like it's 1699. Pirate crews, camps
and demonstrations from: Skullduggery Crew, Devil Men of Cape Fear, Sons of The
Waves, Crew of the Archangel, PLUS: Music by the "Brigands". Car Show,
Vendors, Kids pirate bicycle decorating contest, Activities for kids and adults
alike.
September 17th - PIRATE FEAST - 7pm - We've grog for your mug and a mess o' food
for your belly. Lots of period entertainment and a 17th century wench pageant.
Help us elect Margaret, Blackbeard's Mistress. Period garb suggested, but not
required.
September 18th - PIRATE FESTIVAL - 11am - Family fun designed for the whole
family. Pirate crews, black powder demonstrations, historical displays, living
history exhibits, period entertainment and tours of historic sites in the
borough. Period vendors will be on hand to provide their wares. A bus will run
to take guests to the specific destinations where events are being held.
September 19th - PUB TOUR - 12noon - Top off your weekend with a relaxing tour
of the local taverns of Marcus Hook and take part in our treasure hunt.
For more information contact Commodore Hornswaggle email: ree3160@aol.com phone:
610-485-7155 address: Commodore Hornswaggle c/o Star Bar & Hotel 1018 Market
Street, Marcus Hook, PA 19061
September
17th through 19th, 2010: River Ramble & Pirate
Festival
Marcus Hook, PA 19061 - Municipal Park
TIme: Friday - TBA, Saturday - 10-8, Sunday - 12-?
Pirate Encampment & performances featuring Blackbeard, the Search for
Margaret Contest, music, black powder demos, period market, children's events,
& fortune telling. No Entrance Fee, attendees may come in costume.
Friday: Pirate Feast at the Gold Room. All
in attendance are encouraged to wear
period clothes. The finalists in the Margaret Pageant will face the final
judging by the visiting pirate captains.
Saturday: In concert with the Delaware
County's RiverFront Ramble, pirates will be roaming the docks and streets of the
historic river town, being piratical, and presenting the history of the Golden
Age of Piracy and Colonial life in Marcus Hook as it was. Workshops and demos,
also pillaging and plundering, Skirmish with militia, black
powder and edged weapons demonstrations
Sunday: Pub Tour.
For more info and vendor/participate applications contact Commodore Hornswaggle
at ree3160@aol.com or Captain Mike at
redpeper@snip.net
September
18, 2010: Buccaneer
BBQ on the Beach with Pirates and Pollywogs
Long Beach, CALIFORNIA
Time: 6 pm to 10 pm
Location: Alfredo's Beach Club Sunsets on the Beach, 5101 E Ocean Blvd,
Long Beach, CA
Come out and celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day 2010 and get the party started a
little early on Saturday, Sept. 18th. Join us for a Buccaneer BBQ on the Beach,
and help raise funds for a worthy charity at the same time! For each ticket
sold, $5.00 will be donated to Generation Rescue for autism research, education
and treatment. Your ticket purchase includes entry to the event, a tasty BBQ
dinner, a free raffle ticket for unbelievable prizes, free live music and
dancing, live entertainment and many more surprises yet to come. Purchase
additional raffle tickets at the event, meet and greet celebrities, or try your
hand at games of skill with every penny going to charity! A no host bar will be
available to quench your thirst and loosen your pocketbooks for the cause.
Pirates and Pollywogs is a not-for-profit group of pirates with a heart for
kids. Ticket prices for this event cover the venue and food costs. All the
entertainment, prizes, and extras have been donated from some of the biggest
pirate hearts around. Cost per person: a minimum contribution of $30.00 includes
entry to the event, a delicious BBQ dinner, non-alchoholic drinks and one free
raffle ticket for unbelieveable prizes! Tickets may be purchased through www.piratesandpollywogs.webs.com
September
18, 2010: BrethrenCon and the
2010 UNDEAD Buccaneer Bash!
Aurora, COLORADO
Location: at DIA Mariott at Gateway Park Sat, September 18 @ 12:00 PM MDT 16455
E. 40th Circle, Aurora, CO 80011
For this year, we felt we could not continue simply throwing
the best Talk Like a Pirate Day party in Colorado. No, we felt the call to
create something more. So it is with great relish that we present to you:
BRETHRENCON.
BrethrenCon this year will begin promptly at 12:00 noon, with
games, activities, workshops, vendors, and more! Then, in the early evening, the
con begins its transformation into the UNDEAD Buccaneer Bash! That's right
folks, the Aztec gold will have a hold on us all as the night progresses, and
the zombies, ghouls, and fiends come out to play! Yer off the edge of the map,
mates! Here there be monsters! Come in your best undead pirate attire, or just
your best pirate attire! Our if it comes down to it, just come in your civvies.
The point is, come!
We hope you're all as excited as we are for this year!
Remember, check out our website to pre-register, and for more information on
games, workshops, food, entertainment, and much, MUCH more!
September
18th, 2010: Sunken Bones Society's 4th Annual Buccaneer Bash
Denver, COLORADO
Time: 12 noon
Location: Denver Airport Marriott at Gateway Park, 16455 E. 40th Circle,
Aurora, CO 80011
This most excellent celebration is being held on Saturday, September 18th, 2010
beginning promptly at 12:00 noon! That’s right, one day before International
Talk Like a Pirate Day! So buckle yer swash, and shiver yer timbers, because
this is going to be a party for the record books! We’ve got a fantastic lineup
slated for this year, including a delicious Caribbean feast! We are happy to
welcome back the Celtic musical stylings of Mondragon (www.mondragonmusic.com),
and we are phenomenally excited to present the eerie pirate/gypsie/zombie folk
airs of that deliciously devilish troupe of undead, The Widow’s Bane (www.myspace.com/widowsbane)!!
And watch out, because in the early evening the party begins, with the con’s
transformation into the UNDEAD Buccaneer Bash! That's right folks, the Aztec
gold will have a hold on us all as the night progresses, and the zombies,
ghouls, and fiends come out to play! Yer off the edge of the map, mates! Here
there be monsters! Come in your best undead pirate attire, or just your best
pirate attire! Or if it comes down to it, just come in your civvies! And
remember, you don't have to be a hard-core pirate to enjoy this, the best Talk
Like a Pirate Day celebration in the state! Everyone can be a pirate for one
day!
September
18th, 2010: Talk
Like a Pirate Eve!
Glendale, ARIZONA
Time: 6 pm to 11:30 pm
Location: 6770 North Sunrise Boulevard, Glendale, AZ
Join the Arizona Corsairs for an evening of revelry as we take over the Port of
Westgate! Pirate friendly establishments to include: McFadden's & The Shout
House $2 (Corsair Coins) Drink Specials. Mermaids, belly dancers, drummers,
sword fighters, musicians and games and contests throughout the evening! RSVP at
the website.
September
18th, 2010: Captain's Cove Seaport presents Pirate Fest
Bridgeport, CONNECTICUT
Time: 1 pm to 7 pm
Location: Captain's Cove Seaport,
1 Bostwick Ave, Bridgeport, CT, 06605
To benefit Pirates for Prevention.
Free Admission, come in costume/garb. Family shows and children's games.
Entertainment, music, sword fighting, food/drink, merchants, treasure hunt, and
other events
September
18th & 19th, 2010: PyrateFest
Memphis, TN
Time: Saturday 5:30pm; Sunday Noon
PyrateFest 2010 takes place Saturday night beginning at 5:30pm with a Pyrate Parade
at Harbor Town, a pirate ship flotilla and contest with the Memphis Yacht Club,
an auction to benefit the Memphis and Shelby County Humane Society, music Celtic
music with Bob and Susie Salley, Sword demonstration and dance by the Pyrate
Roses. On Sunday, 9/19, the festival will be on the beautiful bluffs overlooking
the mighty Mississippi on the grounds of the National Ornamental Metal Museum.
This event has everything for the seasoned pirate to the new buccaneers. A 30ft
Pirate Playship, music by Pepe the Pyrate, theatrical entertainment with the
Buccaneers of the Mississippi, merchant row, grub and grog, and more! The
Blacksmith Shop will be open and functioning during the festival. Avast! A
Pirate Elvis contest? Yes, a Pirate Elvis contest. Come to the City of Kings for
an unforgettable weekend. Cost: Saturday ~ Free, Sunday ~ $10. For more
info: Quarter Mistress Samra 901-493-2916, quartermistress@pyratefestival.com
Interested Merchants and other participants are still welcome. Vendors and
assistants pay entry fee only.
September
18th & 19th, 2010:
Gold Coast Pirate Faire
Lake Casitas, Ojai, CALIFORNIA
Time: 10 am - 6 pm
The West Coast pirates, buccaneers and scoundrels will
recreate the life of piracy on the shores of beautiful Lake Casitas.
Visitors can expect an exciting day of fun and merriment as they intermingle
with the likes of Pirate Captains and their motley crews, coming ashore after
years of plunder & mayhem on the high seas. Games, parade, treasure hunts, 3 stages of entertainment, shows,
costume contests, children's activities, merchants
sell'n plunder, food 'n grog 'n plenty, fer the young 'uns to see and do.
Phone/FAX for more info: (805) 496-6036,
E-mail goldcoastfestivals@gmail.com
Lake Casitas info. & camping reservations: (805) 649-2233.
September
18th & 19th, 2010: 5th Annual Portland Pirate Festival
Portland, OREGON
Time: Sat. 10 AM to 10 PM, Sun. 10 AM to 6 PM
Location: Cathedral Park, under the St John’s Bridge
Portland, OR
Climb aboard as the 5th Annual Portland PIRATE Festival sets sail for two
exciting days of pirate fun and family adventure under the historic St. John’s
Bridge in Cathedral Park. Join us for more “pirattitude” for International
Talk Like A Pirate Day Saturday and “Cut-Rate Kinfolk”.
Look for the No Quarter Given booth. Jamaica Rose and Cap'n Michael will be
selling and signing their new book, "The
Book of Pirates". Sunday!Tickets
Prices: Adult (13+) / Youth (3-12) (2 and under free)
Special Economic Stimulus Offer: $10.00 / $5.00 (thru July 20th)
In advance: $12.00 / $6.00 (after July 20th)
At the Gate: $15.00 / $8.00
Order advance tickets online at Tickets Oregon, www.ticketsoregon.com
Tickets also available at outlets in Portland and Newport. See website for more
information and outlet locations.
Information: www.portlandpiratefestival.com and (503) 853-1497
September 19th,
2010: Talk
Like a Pirate Day
September 19, 2002 saw the first nationally (and internationally) celebrated
"Talk Like a Pirate Day", promoted by Dave Barry. Actually there
were a couple of other guys (Cap'n Slappy and Ol'Chumbucket) who actually originated the
idea and had been celebratin' it quietly for a few years
before that. But now there is a website, books, and everything.
Cap'n Slappy and Ol' Chumbucket have become quite the pirate celebrities.
Visit their website for a list of TLAPD happenings. Though some are listed
below, they probably have a lot more.
September,
19th, 2010: Pillage the Village
Ajax, ONTARIO, CANADA
Time: noon to 6pm EDT
Location: Pickering Village, Ajax, ON, Canada
Are you looking for a fun afternoon on a fall Sunday? Pickering Village in Ajax,
ON is hosting a fun frolic through the Village with a decidedly pirate theme.
Coinciding with International Talk Like a Pirate Day, Pillage the Village, on
Sunday, September 19th, 2010, is an afternoon of entertainment, food and drink,
and a fun-filled Amazing Race style treasure hunt for both the competitive and
family-fun oriented.
Family or friend “pirate crews” can hunt “doubleloons”,
points in the treasure hunt, gathering clues, trivia and treasure trinkets in an
entertaining romp through the businesses of Pickering Village. Competitive teams
gather “doubleloons” in an effort to win a chest o’gold at day’s end,
full of Loonies, swag and other treasure. Entry fees for the treasure hunt are:
$10 per team for the just-for-fun hunt, and $10 per team member for the
competitive teams.
Other entertainments include costumed actors and actresses
from local theatre groups strolling through the village, speaking in pirate
period tongue and interacting with the Festival goers, as well as pirate music,
a raffle for swag from local businesses, held frequently, throughout the day. A
special presentation by the Pirate, Zoltan The Adequate will be held twice in
the afternoon. Zoltan, a renowned magician throughout North America as a
featured entertainer at renaissance festivals is sure to be a crowd pleaser!
In a unique component to this event, local restaurants and
pubs will be presenting Happy Arrr!, with one local food and beverage
establishment featured every hour throughout the day, offering specials on their
various faire.
Free to attend, $10 per family for treasure hunt participation, $10 per entrant
for competitive treasure hunters. All enquiries for attendance, participation,
vendors, etc to: Juta Corcoran at jkcorcoran@lfggames.com
or Glenn Corcoran at gcorcoran@lfggames.com
September
25th & 26th, 2010: Pirate Invasion Weekend at Northern California Renaissance Faire
Casa de Fruita, Gilroy, CALIFORNIA
Beware of pirates invading the village of Willingtown. Sir Francis Drake is
looking for new crew members. Children 7 and under can meet the Queen and
Captain Drake in our annual wee pirate costume contest.
September
25th & 26th, 2010: Seafearer's Marketplace
& Pirate Festival
Sacramento, CA
Time: Noon - 7 PM both days
Location: Rio Ramza Event Park, 10000 Garden Hwy. Sacramento, Ca. 95837,
*check map and directions on web site
The Seafarer’s Marketplace & Pirate Festival Is a
family event capturing the essence of a multicultural Seaport featuring, live
entertainment, contests, games, savory food and drinks. Enjoy shopping for
unique and unusual treasures from around the globe. Visit encampments showcasing
Pirates, Gypsies, Popeye, Sinbad and others. See the ship to shore cannon
battles, sword fights and seafaring activities. Sharing our Treasures with our
community, vendors, entertainers and Rio Ramaza all have come together to help
collect canned food and donations for the Sacramento Food Bank & Family
Services while offering a fun filled adventure on the banks of the Sacramento
River. The event is FREE to the public with a portion of food and beverage sales
going to Francis House of Sacramento. Characters Welcome. FREE admission with
canned food donation. For information: Louisiana Sue Ramon, 916.962.6415, lasue@pacbell.net
September
25th through 26th, 2010: Pillage
in the Village -- Surfside Pirate Festival
Surfside, TEXAS
Location: 100 Francis Cove, Surfside Beach TX
Come join us in a celebration of fun and merriment as we celebrate these hardy
sea faring men – at the Surfside Pirate Fest. Proceeds from this event go to
non-profit organizations including the Surfside Volunteer Fire Department,
Surfside Police Officers Association, Save Our Beach Association and SABRE.
Adults - $5 per day, Children Under 12 - Free. Those wearing Pirate Garb - Free.
Closest Parking - Beach parking at Main Beach Access on Highway 332 and at Ocean
Avenue - Annual Beach Permit $10.00. Free Beach parking located 1/2 mile away
where Starfish Street meets the Gulf of Mexico.
September
18th & 19th, 2010:
Pirates Weekend at Ohio Renaissance
Festival
Harveysburg, OHIO
Set sail for a swashbuckling weekend full of piratical shenanigans! Rollicking
sea chanteys, the Pirate Stunt Show, and Pirate Play Time awaits ye land lovers!
Enter the Talk Like a Pirate Contest to see if you can talk the talk or have to
walk the plank! 513-897-7000, info@renfestival.com
September
26th, 2010: C.F.F. Buccaneer "Play Ball"
East Islip, NEW YORK
Time: 12-5 PM
Location: the ballfields at East Islip Marina, on Bayview Ave, in East Islip,
and at the Bayview Clam Shack, 300 Bayview Ave. East Islip Marina. East Islip,
NY 11730
Come "play ball" and help raise funds for CFF and a local family in
need. Family entertainment 12-5 pm at the Bayview Clam Shack, and softball
tournament from 1-3 pm on the ball fields; roving pirates; treasure hunt; live
music and more. Join Ye Pyrate Brotherhood, East Islip Marina and the Bayview
Clam Shack in East Islip, raise funds for cystic fibrosis and to also help the
Antos Family recently devastated by rising medical bills. Our goal is find a
cure for cystic fibrosis and to help alleviate some of the stress and financial
burden placed on this young vibrant family. Eric pictured above is the poster
child for the Long Island Chapter of Cystic fibrosis, and while looks healthy
and happy, has severe cystic fibrosis. The daughter Emily is also affected by
the disease. Mom and dad are active in advocating and raising funds and
awareness for cystic fibrosis and local activities. To help, volunteer, or
donate please contact: yepyratebrotherhood@yahoo.com or call 631-375-7451
September
18th, 2010: 7th Annual Pirate
Palooza
Decatur, GEORGIA
Time: Pubcrawl 1:30 pm to 6 pm,
PubSing 6:30 to 10 pm, maybe later
The
PiratePalooza™ Pubcrawl is the ultimate inland meeting of pirates, buccaneers,
rascals, rogues, scoundrels, ruffians and scalawags this side of the bounding
main. It’s an invasion, a sack, a pub crawl and a great way to meet other
enthusiasts of the piratical arts ending in a fantastic pub sing starring some
of the most popular renfest bands of our time! Join Captain Drew and his crew as
they wend their way through the ale houses of downtown Decatarrr on their way to
the big Palooza at the end of the night Be prepared for rollicking sea
chanties, soaring ballads and bawdy pub songs delivered by the most skilled
musicians in all the land. As in past years, the 2010 Palooza will be
divided into two distinct chapters: the pubcrawl and the concert, with a one
hour break in between. The PiratePalooza™ Pubcrawl begins at 1:30pm and lasts
until 6:00pm. The PiratePalooza™ PubSing begins at 6:30pm and lasts until
10:00pm, if not later! This year’s entertainment currently includes: *
Tenpenny Travelers * Joni Minstrel * Syrens of the South * Wine Woman & Song
* The Merry Men of Melody * and several others to be announced soon!
September
25th & 26th, 2010:
Pirate Adventure
Weekend at Maryland Renaissance Faire
Arrggghh...It's pirates! Pirate music and the annual pirate
costume contest.. (800) 296-7304 (toll-free) info@rennfest.com
September
25th & 26th, 2010: 3rd annual Midlands Pirate
Festival
Papillion, NEBRASKA
Time: 11 am - 6 pm
Location: Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch, 11001 S. 48th St near Papillion, ideally
located between Highway 370 and Cornhusker Rd. (in other words, it's at S. 48th
& Cornhusker).
Pirate-themed family entertainment, costume contests, treasure hunt, treasure walk,
talk to the parrot, and more.
Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for kids, and under 5 free.
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October
1st through 31st (see website for which nights they are open), 2010: Pirates
of Emerson, a Halloween Adventure
Fremont, CALIFORNIA
We are completely unlike the traditional haunted house; we have taken this to a
much, much higher level. At our Dark Adventure, we have created an environment
where you are actually in the scenes. We have made extensive use of special
effects, robotics, animation and interaction. While we do have the obligatory
scream in your face areas - they are relatively small. Some of the
animation may be a bit intense for those of an impressionable age and we do not
recommend our attraction for those under 13 years old. We do not use blood and
guts for effect, (well not very much), but after experiencing the Adventure you
will never miss them. This is an extremely scary event. 45021 WarmSprings
Blvd, Fremont, CA. Tickets can be purchased online at the website.
October
2nd, 2010: 21st Annual Buccaneers
Day at Two Harbors
Catalina
Island, CALIFORNIA
Don your best pirate loot & attire
and sail on over for a fun filled day of treasure hunts, costume contests, great
food, live music and a lot of fun. For more info contact Leslie Luchau at (310) 510-4249
or lluchau@scico.com
Here's an article
on the event.
October
2nd & 3rd, 2010: Oceanside
Harbor Days, 2010
Oceanside, CALIFORNIA
Time: 9 am - 6 pm
Location: Oceanside Harbor, at the Dolphin Dock
Harbor Days is a celebration of Oceanside the City.....with traditions that
haven't changed much fer the past 40 years. Fer the past few years the Oceanside
Chamber has been working on add'n Pyrate entertainment for the locals by
inviting the Pyrates to dress in their favorite garb and join in the
festivities. Oceanside does have a 100 year history with Pirates....So the about
50,000 people who visit Oceanside Harbor over the weekend quickly fell in love
with having the Pyrates at the Harbor Days and last year (2009) they missed
having the pyrate there. Oceanside Harbor Days used to overlap Ojai Pirate
faire... but not this year. This year nobody will B sad cause of the lack of
Pyrates at Oceanside Harbor Days...they are working on bring in......Pyrate
entertainment.....Pyrate merchants.....and there still will B all the traditions
that we already love about our Harbor Days......including a Tall Ship. This
event is hosted by the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce.
October
2nd & 3rd, 2010: Wilmington
Riverfest
Wilmington, NORTH CAROLINA
The Riverfest is always the first full weekend of October. 5th
annual Invasion of the Pirates
(Oct. 2, 7:20 pm), street faire, Treasure Hunt, and Pirate Costume
Contest for children. For more info, or to get involved: 910-452-6862
or email: info@wilmingtonriverfest.com
October
2nd & 3rd, 2010: Marching
through History Exposition
Chino, CALIFORNIA
Time: 9 am - 5 pm
Location: Prado Regional Park, 16700 Euclid AveEditChino, CA 91708-9345
MTHE is open to all groups or individuals who have a desire and ability to
educate the public on the history of civilizations both past and present. MTHE
is one of the largest time-line living history events west of the Mississippi
River. MTHE has over one-thousand historical interpretive specialists
representing many different aspects of world history from Ancient Rome, to
Elizabethan England, to Colonial America (including pirates and privateers) and
beyond. Our timeline starts with the beginning of the civilized world and
marches its way through history to the current conflicts in the universal War on
Terror.
October
8th & 9th, 2010: 6th Annual Tybee
Island Pirate Fest
Tybee Island, GEORGIA
South Beach
AHOY MATES! Swashbucklers of all ages will be converging on Tybee Island to
participate in the 6th Annual Tybee Island Pirate Fest! Featuring a Buccaneer
Ball, Pirate Victory Parade, Free Live Entertainment, Costume Contest, Children’s
Activities and the Thieves Market filled with treasures, grog and grub!
For more details, please visit our website (above).
THURSDAY - 10/7/10: 7pm - 10pm- Buccaneer’s Ball at the Crab Shack
Ticket. $25 in advance | $30 at event. Live entertainment by
The Fundamentals, costume contests, grub and grog. This event is open to pirates
and wenches over the age of 18. LIVE MUSIC.
FRIDAY - 10/8/09: 5pm-11pm - Tybee Island Pirate Fest Events Begin
SATURDAY - 10/9/10: 10am-11pm - Tybee Island Pirate Fest Events
Begin
SUNDAY - 10/10/10
Tybee Island, GA (20 minutes east of Savannah, GA - Oceanfront!) Phone: 912-786-5393.
October
8th through 10th, 2010: 17th annual Age Of Chivalry Renaissance & Celtic Festival
Las Vegas, NV.
Sunset Park (Lakeside),
2601 E Sunset Rd., Las Vegas, NV.
A renaissance fair, with many pirate and privateering groups.
Exit to Interstate 215 (towards McCarran Airport), exit Sunset Road, turn left
heading east. Make a right on Eastern Ave, turn left at Area F (2nd park
entrance) for festival parking. Info: 702-455-8200
October
8th through 10th, 2010: School
of the Musketeer at the Cittie of Henricus, 1580-1650
Chester, VIRGINIA
TIme: Fri. afternoon arrivals, programs run 9 am Saturday through 3 pm
Sunday
Location: Henricus Historical Park, 251 Henricus Park Road,
Chester, VA, 23836
Participants will experience an entire weekend learning about military and
civilian life as the first colonists in the New World. Instructors and other
support personnel provide an interactive environment in 17th century life and
culture. Admission Fee: $30 all inclusive. Go to website for registration form.
Telephone: Visitors Center: (804) 748-1613 Media Contact: (804) 318-8726 Fax:
(804) 706-1356
October
8th through 10th, 2010: 5th Annual Ft. Myers Beach Pirate Festival
Fort Myers Beach, FLORIDA
Time: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Saturday and Sunday
Location: near the bridge on Old San Carlos Blvd.
Old San Carlos Boulevard will be transformed into Tortuga,
where countless pirates and wenches roam the streets. Swords will be raised and
pistols may be drawn, and a few coarse words are sure to be exchanged. But there
is little need for concern, these are highly trained and professional pirates
that perform at a level geared for children of all ages. This year’s Pirate
Fest will provide a bevy of musical entertainment, more one-on-one interaction
between the pirates and patrons. It will also include a whole new layout which
will encompass participating motels, restaurants, and bars who will piratically
adorn their businesses to complement the atmosphere of Tortuga. There will be
good food and drink, art, craft, and merchandise vendors, choreographed pirates
fights, pirate invasions, ship-to-shore battles, treasure hunts and costume
contests for young and old, and a living history pirate encampment with period
correct styled vendors. So if you are not careful, you just may find yourself
having a good time amongst pirates while learning a little history of the golden
age of piracy. For more info contact: Suzanne King at 727 322-5217, SuzFest@gmail.com
OR Kathy Gilbert at 561 792-9260, PirateFestInfo@aol.com
October
9th, 2010:
Shoreline Village's Pirate
Festival
Long Beach, CALIFORNIA
FREE family fun for all! Pirate Day at Shoreline Village
will include a host of events for everyone in the family. 401-435 Shoreline Village Dr., Long Beach, CA 90802
October
9th through 11th, 2010:
Pirate Invasion Weekend at the Connecticut
Renaissance Faire
Hebron, CONNECTICUT
Location: Hebron, CT, 347 Gilead Street, Route 85, Hebron, CT, 06248
We created this weekend for those who share our passion for all things vikings,
pirates, ninjas, stormtroopers or whatever you and your friends feel like
invading as! For more information
phone 860.478.5954.
1-Click Directions Price: General Admission (13+) $16, Youth Admission (5-12)
$8, Under 5 FREE. Season pass available.
October
16th, 2010: Toms River
Pyrate Festival
Toms River, NEW JERSEY
Location: 415 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, 08753 (Christ Episcopal Church)
Discover and enjoy "All Things Pyrate" Live Pirate Music, Sword Fight
Shows (featuring the Pirates of Valhalla), activities for little pirates, arts
and crafts, storytelling, Food, Education, Displays/Encampments, Costume
Contests, Weapons Demonstrations, Shanty Sing-a-Longs... if it relates to
Pyrates, We'll Have It! pipesanddrumsofbarnegatbay@comcast.net
October
16th & 17th, 2010: Pirate
Days of Texas
The Colony, TEXAS
Time: Sat. 10 am - 10 pm, Sun. 11 am - 6 pm
Location: Stewart Creek Park along the eastern shore of Lewisville Lake, 3700
Sparks Road, The Colony, TX 75056
Pirate Days of Texas is a family friendly pirate themed festival featuring
Living History exhibits, pirate re-enactments, pirate story tellers, games, and
pirate school for kids, a Hobie Cat regatta and Mayor’s Cup Race. Musical
entertainment include The Bilge Pumps, The Jolly Garogers, NeedFire, The Rumble
Kings, and more. Children’s area includes pirate bounce houses and related
activities. We are featuring Pancakes with Pirates on Saturday, benefiting the
North Texas Food Bank. We are offering some of the best Grub and Grog in North
Texas. Portions of event proceeds will benefit the Make a Wish Foundation. Cost:
$10 for adults at the gate, $5 for children 5 -12 at the gate, under 5 free.
Please check website for promotional rates. Contact: Nancy Dillard, Pirate Days
of Texas, 972-625-1240. For Information Contact pirate@piratedays.org
October
22nd through 31st, 2010:
Fantasy Fest
Key West, FLORIDA.
Captain Morgan Fantasy Fest Parade (Oct. 30), carnival, street fair, Dress and
DRINK LIKE A PIRATE at the Rum Barrel! (Oct. 29).
Wild "adult oriented" Key West week-long party.
October
23rd & 24th, 2010: Yucca Valley Pyrate Days
Yucca Valley, CA
TIME:
10 am - 5 pm.
LOCATION: Tri-Valley Little League Complex, 56625 Little League Dr., Yucca Valley, CA
Costume contests for adults, and for kids. Cash prize. Entertainment all
day long - There Be Pirates!, Mister Mac, and more. Meet Cap'n Jack Sparrow, and
actors from the Pirates of the Caribbean movies. Merchants and vendors (including
No Quarter Given). Site is
a green grassy area, with permanent flush toilets. Raffle prizes - top prize is a
$6000 backyard spa, with lots of other great prizes.
Benefiting the Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Fund, to provide
funds for local students and
grants for teachers. Cost: $5 adults, children 12 and under are free
with paid adult admission.
VENDORS NOTE: there is no flat fee to vend. All that is asked is a
donation of 10% of your gross sales for the day.
More info: Cheryl Nankervis, 760-365-6323, director@yuccavalley.org
or George Pepper, 760-366-1859.
October
23rd and 24th, 2010: The
Southern Pirate Festival
Columbus, GA
Location: Port Columbus National Civil War Naval Museum and Grounds, 1002
Victory Drive, Columbus, GA
The Southern Pirate Festival will take place the weekend of October 23, with
public and kid-friendly events on Saturday, and Piratical fun for pirates from
all over throughout the weekend. Are you a Pirate or part of a Pirate crew that
wants to help out? We'd love you have you!
October
23rd, 2010:
Dead Buccaneers Masquerade Ball
Valdosta, GA
Time: 7 pm to 12 am
Location: Port Columbus National Civil War Naval Museum and Grounds, 1002
Victory Drive, Columbus, GA
Enjoy The Southern Pirate Festival all day until 5pm [see above listing], and
then come party with the Cutthroat Titan Crew and Cursed Few! [Separate Pirate
Registration for Weekend Campers and Festival Entrance is $15.00.] Featuring
Pirates from the Southeastern United States, and BEYOND! GUESTS OF HONOR, Pirate
King and Pirate Queen, Lady Strychnia & Israel Hands !! Welcoming MEMBERS OF
THE ORDER OF LEVIATHAN!!! **Tickets for the ball are $25 each!** DJ-ed Pirate
Music by BILGEMUNKY and performances by The Brigands! Photography by Raven’s
Musings and Mojo Foto. Lots of Rum! (cash bar- prices will be modest). Catered
BBQ Buffet by Country's BBQ in Columbus, GA. Lots of SWAG (party favors &
booty). Costume Contest- 2 Winners Announced at 8:00 PM - Best DEAD Buccaneer
Costume & Best DEAD (or undead) Wench Costume (to become 2011 King and
Queen) - Winners Will Receive $100 in Prizes EACH - 10 Honorable Mention Prizes
Given! PLEASE GET YOUR TICKETS PAID FOR BY September 1 TO ENSURE A MEAL. See
www.southernpiratefestival.com for more information. TICKETS AT THE DOOR DO NOT
INCLUDE A MEAL AND ARE $15.00. You can pre-register for the ball, camping for
Friday and Saturday nights, pirates only activities, and a few special perks
before the festival that weekend for just $40.00! Modern or period tents are
welcomed, as well as RVs and campers. Contact Kelly Youngblood (The Renegade
Raven) for vendor information and a form. (renegaderaven@windstream.net)
We will be taking orders for tee shirts July 15.
late
October, 2010: Key
Largo Pirates Fest
Key Largo, FLORIDA
[until we get updated information for 2010, here are details from the 2009 listing] Pirate Parade and Bash Costume Contests Rum Tasting Booty Hunt Pirate Show
Underwater Poker Thieves Market
More info: piratefest@fkrm.com,
or call Sue Finney 305-394-3736.
late
October, 2010: Maine
Maritime Museum's 15th Annual Pirates Party
Bath, MAINE
5 - 8 pm
[until we get updated information for 2010, here are details from the 2009 listing] It’s the 14th annual Pirates’ Party! Dress like a pirate or don your
favorite Halloween costume. There’s always plenty of fun and adventure with
our crafts and games including the haunted pirate ship, treasure hunt, listening
to pirate tales around the bonfire, singing sea shanties with Roll & Go.
This party is a Maine tradition not to be missed! We're
always on the lookout for Gentlemen on the account to join with us, so any
pirates what might have a mind to volunteer for some looting, pillaging and
assorted mayhem is quite welcome, and can call Captain Black Jim Spudcake
(a.k.a. Jim Nelson) at (207) 443-1316 ext. 325 or e-mail at nelson@maritimeme.
Or them what wants to just have a good time can find out more at http://www.mainemaritimemuseum.org/calendar/event.php?event_id=961
October
23rd & 24th, 2010: Pirate Adventure Weekend at the Texas Renaissance
Festival
Houston, TEXAS
Set sail for a swashbuckling weekend as the crew of the Pride of Bedlam invade
the shire with their piratical shenanigans. Visit the Pirates' Cove for the
finest in treasure and booty, quench yer thirst and sing songs of the sea at the
Sea Devil Tavern, and try yer luck by entering the Talk Like a Pirate Contest.
late
October,
and again late November, 2010: Peppered Pickled Pirate Party
Nevis, Eastern Caribbean
[until we get updated information for 2010, here are details from the 2009 listing] Week Long with numerous events. More to be added Details: See following links:
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Travel-g147377-c97729/Nevis:Caribbean:.Peppered.Pickled.Pirates.Party.Time,
http://www.walknevis.com/gallery2.html. Costumes encouraged. Costs: No cover or
registration fees, only pay for individual events that you attend.
Contact Person for more information : Jim Johnson, P.O. Box 310, Charlestown,
Nevis, Eastern Caribbean or email at pppptnevis@live.com, telephone number
869-469-9080. All participants or Vendors welcome.
October
31st through November 1st, 2010: 3rd St.
Thomas Pirate Festival
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
Halloween Pirate Party at Tickles Dockside Pub, the Pirate's Ball, the Pirate
Ship landing and the Sandcastle contest for kids. Adults and children alike have
fun at the events which take place at places such as Bluebeard's Castle and the
Beachcomber Hotel. Every year the Pirate's Ball takes place. It's an event where
attendees dress up in pirate outfits and listen to music while meeting other
pirate party goers.The proceeds of the ball go to a chosen charity that benefits
from the Ball. If you would like to attend, be sure to have your pirate outfit
ready to wear!:
e-mail laquearian@yahoo.com or call
340-779-8581
November
6th & 7th, 2010: Pirates
by the Bay
Havre de Grace, MARYLAND
Time: Sat. 11-5 pm, Sun. 10 am - 3 pm
Susquehanna
Museum
of Havre de Grace. Early Maryland History – Visit pirate camps and
watch the attacks. learn the real history of piracy and its connections to
Havre de Grace. 410-939-5780 Email: director@lockhousemuseum.org
mid
November, 2010:
Cayman Islands Annual Pirates Week
Festival
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
[until we get updated information for 2010, here are details from the 2009 listing] Music, street dances, costumes, games, food and drink, "pirate invasion", Kids Day, glittering parade, sports events, Heritage
Days (Nov 10 - West Bay, Nov. 11 in North Side, Nov. 12 in Bodden Town, Nov. 13
in George Town, Nov. 14 in East End.), fireworks! It's 11 fun-filled, festive days in the sun with something for everyone, and a lot of it FREE!
Fireworks, local song contest, Caribbean rhythms, street dances until the wee hours of the morning.
A mock "pirate invasion" from the sea! Two old-time sailing vessels, loaded with "pirates" make a Saturday surprise landing at the bowl-shaped George Town
harbour.
Information:
Pirates Week Administration
10 Shedden Road
P.O. Box 51
Grand Cayman KY1-1101
Cayman Islands Tel: (345) 949-5859
E-mail: pirates@candw.ky
November
12th, 13th, & 14th, 2010: 3rd Annual Saint
Augustine Pirate Gathering
Saint Augustine, FLORIDA
Join us for the 3rd Annual Saint Augustine Pirate Gathering. Aye, we be calling
re-enactors, living historians and casual pirates from all over the 7 seas to
join the Crews of the Black Heart and Ancient City Privateers, as we celebrate
the Golden Age of Piracy in the nation’s oldest city, Saint Augustine,
Florida. Come ashore and see the pirate mutiny, weapons demonstrations, sailor’s
encampment, Thieves Market and hear stories of the high seas, history, shanties
and so much more! We welcomed all pirates, so come ashore dressed in your best
piratical pirattitude and enjoy a weekend of fun. This year’s event will be
held at a St. Frances Field and Historical Quarter in Downtown Saint Augustine.
mid
November, 2010: 8th Annual American
Heritage Festival
Queen Creek, ARIZONA
[until we get updated information for 2010, here are details from the 2009 listing] We heartily encourage British
Regulars, American Continentals, French and Spanish Regulars, riflemen, patriot
and Tory militia - and patriot and loyalist civilians to turn out for a great
18th century experience both in camp and on the battlefield. This is by
far the largest 18th century gathering in our region and we have a great time
together. The spectators are engaging and interested, the battles a great deal
of fun and the 1700s camaraderie after hours is not be missed. We welcome
all representing the American Revolution but also those who portray 18th century
Highlanders (of whom so many came to America), 17th & 18th century
colonists, and even historic representations of seafarers such as sailors, privateers,
pirates and buccaneers. School day is Nov. 13th.
Info: wemakehistory@aol.com
mid
November, 2010: Pirate's
Christmas! at the Carolina
Renaissance Festival
Huntersville, NORTH CAROLINA
[until we get updated information for 2010, here are details from the 2009 listing] It's foolish pleasures and pirate's treasures! Special Pirate Entertainment
scheduled all weekend long! Start your Holiday shopping and save at the
Fairhaven Village Marketplace! Many artisans and crafters offer bountiful
discounts. Spend over $150 and receive two free $19 Renaissance Festival Tickets
for our final weekend!
late
November, 2010: Pirate
Adventure Weekend at the Louisiana
Renaissance Festival
Hammond, LOUISIANA
[until we get updated information for 2010, here are details from the 2009 listing] Join us for our 3rd annual "Dress like a Pirate" weekend! We will hold a pirate costume contest each afternoon
to decide who is the best dressed pirate! Free pirate eyepatches will be handed
out at the souvenir booth while supplies last!
on
or near November 22, 2010: 3rd Annual Blackbeard Pirate Memorial
Ocracoke, NORTH CAROLINA
Time: 2 pm
[until we get updated information for 2010, here are details from the 2009 listing] Pirates Return to Ocracoke 291 Years After the Death of Blackbeard to Remember
Their Fallen Brethren. For only the 2nd time in 291 years, the
historically significant “Battle of Ocracoke” and the death of the notorious
pirate Blackbeard will be memorialized on Ocracoke Island. The observance will
be conducted on a soundside sandy beach adjacent to Ocracoke’s Springer’s
Point, near the location of the 1718 engagement at Teaches Hole Channel. Pirate
living-history reenactors, dressed in period attire replete with cutlasses,
flintlock pistols and cannon, will assemble at the site for a 45-minute ceremony
featuring an elegy, period music, a specially-composed pirate chanty, the
floating of a wreath and military-like honors for the 23 pirates and King’s
sailors who were killed in the battle. The annual event was created in 2008 by
members of Blackbeard’s Crew and by Kevin Duffus, a Raleigh, North Carolina,
historian and author of the book, The Last Days of Black Beard the Pirate. Among
the many new theories presented in his book, Duffus believes that the 23 bodies
belonging to Blackbeard and the others killed at Ocracoke in 1718 were buried in
a mass grave near where the 2009 memorial event will be held. A solemn one-mile
procession to the event site will begin at 1:30 p.m. from Blackbeard’s Lodge
in Ocracoke village at 111 Back Rd. Those attending are encouraged to gather at
1 p.m. at Blackbeard’s Lodge. Last minute information and contingency plans,
if necessary, will be announced at that time. There is no public parking near
the ceremony site but some limited shuttle service may be available. Non-pirates
are encouraged to ride bicycles. On November 22, 1718, two hired merchant sloops
manned by 60 Royal Navy sailors from Virginia engaged the notorious pirate
Edward Thatch, aka Blackbeard and his 20 shipmates near Ocracoke Inlet, North
Carolina. Following a brief gun battle and hand-to-hand combat lasting fewer
than six minutes, 12 pirates were killed including Blackbeard, and nine men were
captured. Eleven of the King’s men were killed.
For more information contact Kevin Duffus at 919-845-9244 or e-mail:
kevin_duffus@earthlink.net
November 26th through December 5th, 2010: 11th Annual PIRATES IN PARADISE
Key West, FLORIDA
10 Days of Pure Piratical Escapades Celebrating Key West's Rich & Colorful
Maritime Heritage. Raise Yer Flag, Grab Yer Mate and Join Us in Celebrating the
Golden Age of Sail & Seafaring Adventure! Avast, me Hearties! It's time to
chart yer course for the Isle of Bones...Cayo Hueso as Key West and the Conch
Republic welcome the 11th Annual Pirates in Paradise Festival. Pack up yer
cutlass, don yer garb, grab yer mate and join us for a full week of mischief and
merrymaking that features a host of swashbuckling events for buccaneers and
wenches of all ages! Top-name quality entertainment and historic re-enactors,
improvisational actors, and combative stunt men from around the country are set
to invade the island for a host of pure piratical escapades. As you stroll the
streets of Old Town's colorful seaport taverns and pirate pubs such as Schooner
Wharf Bar, Pat Croce's Rum Barrel at Pirate Soul, El Meson de Pepe and the
Kelly's Caribbean Bar, Grill & Brewery; and visit Fort Zachary Taylor's
Pyrate Invasion (Friday thru Sunday, December 3 - 5), don't be surprised if you
run into the likes of Calico Jack, Ann Bonny, Captain HenryMorgan, Blackbeard
and other nefarious Brethren of the Coast. When the sea is finally in your veins
and you want to take to the sea, the Schooner WOLF, the flagship of the Conch
Republic, is ready to take you out on the water. Aboard the WOLF, you'll be able
to experience life upon the sea, complete with pirates, cannon fire and small
arms fire. Sailing with Captain Finbar is a true Key West experience and during
the festival, the public can join his scurvy crew of pirates aboard the Schooner
WOLF for Tall Ship Sails and Pirate Attacks (the WOLF will be docked at Safe
Harbour Marina on Stock Island November 26-30 and then will be docked at the
Historic Seaport through Sunday, December 5.)
See Jamaica Rose's photos from
past events. For
information: (305)296-9694 or email info@piratesinparadise.com
December
11th, 2010: Corsair Carnivale II:
Raid on Le Soiree
Phoenix, ARIZONA
Location: 2915 West Bell Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85053-3052 (602) 993-4155
Putting out from a small Spanish port colony after a night of merriment; weary
pirates set thar sight on France and the possibility of pilfering some of the
worlds’ finest wine, sugar, diamonds and lovely French ladies! The wicked
ships P.M.S. Vixen and The Laughing Dragon lead the Corsairs into raid the port
of Brest and the Mirabella trade Community to create thar own Carnivale!!! Come
partake of fine French cuisine, spirits, music, dancing, gaming at the Corsair
Carnivale II, Raid on Le Soiree’! This French port will come alive with
merriment and plundering. Corsair, Buccaneer and Landlubber’s alike will come
ashore after nearly a year out at sea. Here to trade, resupply and fill thar
bellies on exotic goods from around the globe and everything this port has to
offer.
Fall
2010 through Spring, 2011: Voyages of Rediscovery Tall Ships Tours
Various Ports in California
[until we get updated information for 2010, here are details from the 2009 listing]
The Hawaiian Chieftain (and sometimes other ships) sails to California
and Oregon ports, Family-oriented Adventure Sails, (featuring opportunities for
guests to help sail the ships), Battle Sails (which feature close-quarters
maneuvers and blazing cannons reminiscent of an 18th-century naval skirmish)
with various other vessels, & giving dockside tours. Reservations are
strongly recommended for public sailings. (NOTE: The Lady Washington, which
usually accompanies the Hawaiian Chieftain is closed through March for a
re-power). Ports of Call: Oxnard: Jan. 16, 17 Ventura: Jan. 23, 24 San
Francisco: Feb. 7 Oakland: Feb. 13, 14, 20 Redwood City: Feb. 27, 28 Eureka:
March 6, 7 Crescent City: March 13, 14 Coos Bay, OR: March 20, 21 Cannon
Battle Reenactment Sails: Sat. & Sun., 2pm-5pm $50 adult/$30 child Adventure
Sail Training: Sunday 10am-1pm. $45 adult/$25 child Transits: $125.00 per person
per day. Dockside Tours: A $3 donation per person is appreciated. Tuesday
through Fridays, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Reservations
not required. Reservations (strongly recommended for sailings) and further
information can be acquired by phoning GHHSA at (800) 200-5239 ext. 109, or
visit website: http://www.historicalseaport.org
YEAR 2011
January
7th & 8th, 2011: 196th Anniversary
of the Battle
of New Orleans Celebration
Chalmette, LOUISIANA.
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Remember the Battle of New Orleans (January 8, 1815) at the Chalmette Battlefield, the very place where it happened. Meet the American
and British troops who fought one of the most significant battles in world
history and the civilians (and pirates) who kept the home fires burning in New
Orleans.
Schedule Highlights (see website for more detailed schedule):
Friday, January 8:
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. living history encampment, cannon and musket firings,
military drills, and campfire cooking.
10:00 a.m. wreath-laying ceremony.
7:00 p.m. St. Bernard Parish sponsors a reenactment of the December 23, 1814,
night battle at historic Pakenham Oaks, just downriver from the battlefield.
Saturday, January 9:
9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. living history encampment, cannon and musket firings,
military drills, and campfire cooking.
5:45 p.m. (first tour begins)-7:15 p.m. (last tour begins) Lantern Tour of
battlefield camps on "the night before the battle." Tours begins every
10 minutes (5:45, 5:55, 6:05, etc.). 90-minute tour by advance ticket only.
Tickets go on sale December 1.
PARKING: Only handicapped parking is available at the battlefield. Free offsite
parking is at the St. Bernard Parish Government Complex, 8201 West Judge Perez
Drive in Chalmette. Free shuttles run continuously to the battlefield.
Restrooms, a hospitality and welcome center, and tourism information is
available at the government complex. A map to the parking area is available
here.
Participants
can find more information here.
Contact: Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, Chalmette
Battlefield, 504-589-2636 ext. 121.
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January, 2011: Gasparilla
Children's Parade &
Piratechnic Extravaganza
Tampa Bay, FLORIDA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Children's Gasparilla Parade (3:30 - 6 pm) along Bayshore Blvd.,
followed by fireworks
over Hillsborough Bay (7pm). Non-alcoholic and family friendly
event.
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January, 2011: BattleFest 2011
Tampa, FLORIDA
Time: 6:30pm
Location: 705 Channelside Dr., Tampa, FL
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
The American Victory will host BattleFest 2010, the Official Kick Off Party to
Pirate Season. The all-inclusive price of $25 will feature a wide array of food,
2 drink tickets, live entertainment, a silent auction, cigar lounge, ship tours,
pirate movies and games including pool and more. Hosted by sponsoring krewes
Ybor City Alcalde, the Rough Riders, and the Crewe of Bobbie C. Davis, this
fun-filled party will invite everyone to “know thy enemy” prior to the
actual Alcalde Ybor Naval Invasion battle taking place on Sunday the 24th (see
below). Commemorative t-shirts will be available for purchase. The event is
sponsored by tbt* and Cigar City Magazine.
For more information: 813-228-8766
January
22nd, 2011: 8th Annual Pirates At The
Pier
Cocoa Beach, FLORIDA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Pirate Party -- 7 pm to midnight. Join us for the 7th Annual Pirates at
the Pier party, Jan. 23, 2010, at the Cocoa Beach Pier – Brevard County’s
biggest theme party of the year! Costume contest, door prizes and
games. At Marlin's Sports Bar on the Cocoa Beach Pier. Our ship’s
chanties will be led by Brevard’s best all around party band RockIT. Pyrates
of the Coast will once again be bringing their unique and authentic “piratical
entertainment” to our Pirates at the Pier event.
For More Info Contact Gary at: Mad Hatter Promotions 321-543-1346, Gary@MadHatterPromotions.com
. Buy tickets (With dinner $15 in advance, $18 at the door; general
admission without dinner $8 in advance, $10 at door) through the event website.
Prices go up after Jan. 15, 2010. Special discounts on lodging - see event
website.
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January, 2011: Alcalde Ybor Naval Invasion
Tampa, FLORIDA
Time: Noon
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Location: 705 Channelside Dr., Tampa, FL
This traditional battle comes complete with bread slinging and water cannons
fighting it out to celebrate Tampa’s rich maritime heritage. Tickets are $10
for adults and $5 for youths 4-12. Participants should plan on getting wet.
late January, 2011: Port
Raddison Pirate Rendevous
Time: Friday, 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM PST, Saturday, all day and evening.
Location: Raddison Hotel, 500 Leisure Lane, Sacramento, CA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
The Pirates of Sacramento invite you to join us as we gather together to enjoy
fine music, grog, and pirates. So far, our schedule is...
Friday January 29: Boarding Party Registration and comraderie at
Crocodiles Lounge This be the meet an' greet. Come rub elbows with yer local
pirates an' meet the visitors from other ports as well. Thar will be rum, we
told 'em ta order extry. And we be workin' on fire dancers fer yer
entertainment!
Saturday January 30: During the Day The Pirate Marketplace will open. A
scavenger hunt put on by TAG. Saturday Night: The second annual Pirate Ball
Featuring... Skip Henderson and the Starboard Watch, Bilgemunky, Paradoxx. The
evening will include more entertainment. (Still working on scheduling) Pirate
Market Place. Drawings, Contests, and we are still adding more!
BUY YOUR TICKETS EARLY! $45 per person if purchased before December 12, 2009 $55
after December 12th and at the Door. Benefit for MS Moms.
Reservations for the Radisson Hotel Sacramento: 1-800-395-7046 or radisson.com
Room rates are $89.00,let them know when making reservations that you are
attending the Pirates of Sacramento event. Use the code "pirate" for
online reservations.
Tickets for this benefit are available now! Tickets cover both days, all events!
Purchase tickets online.
Space is limited, so get your tickets today. They make great Holiday gifts too!
January
29th, 2011: Gasparilla
Invasion, Parade of Pirates
Tampa Bay, FLORIDA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Mardi Gras type festival commemorating
Jose Gaspar. Street festival, fireworks, pirate invasion ( 11:30 am to 1pm)
and Parade of
Pirates (starts 2 pm - 5:30 pm, begins at Bay to Bay Boulevard and Bayshore
Boulevard. It continues along Bayshore Boulevard to Brorein Street, turns east
on Brorein Street, then north on Ashley Drive. The parade ends at Cass Street
& Ashley Drive. El Jose Gasparilla,
a 160 ft. Corsair, will be escorted by a thousand pleasure craft on it's voyage into Hillsborough Bay. With blazing cannon and
pistols, the black ship with its 800 pirates will arrive at the Tampa Convention Ctr.. The hoard of Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla will demand the city of Tampa's
surrender and then a parade will then wind it's way into
the city before hundred's of thousands of screaming spectators anxious for beads, coins & cups.
The pirates will join numerous other private krewes and organizations in the Mardi Gras-type
event. The Gasparilla Piratefest (10 am - 10 pm) will then ensue with live entertainment, food and refreshments. Arrive early Saturday morning
for parking, reserved seats, etc. For seating
tickets.
Sunday,
January 30th, 2011: Gaspar—A Pirate Fantasy
Location: Fergusson Hall, The Straz Center, Tampa, FL
Time : 2:00 pm matinee and 7:30 pm evening show
Gaspar-A Pirate Fantasy, a swashbuckling ballet, is being restaged locally after
a 16 year absence from the Tampa Bay area. Creator/Choreographer Christopher
Fleming will produce the original, full-
length classical ballet to coincide with
Tampa’s annual Gasparilla Festivities. Gaspar-A Pirate Fantasy tells the tale
of Tampa Bay’s most famous pirate, José Gaspar. The pirate/love story will
include local dancers and performers as well as students from the Patel
Conservatory. The production will feature principal dancers from New York and
Philadelphia. All proceeds from the ballet will go to local non-profits
including the Tampa Bay Chapter of the American Red Cross and the Florida
Chapter of Operation Homefront, as well as Drew’s Shoes, a charity dedicated
to providing dance shoes for underprivileged children. Tickets can be purchased
through the Straz Center at www.strazcenter.org for $59.50, $39.50, and $29.50
each.
Contact info: Arbor Shoreline Office Park, 19321-C US Hwy. 19 N, Suite
320, Clearwater, FL, 33764, (727) 683-8827, Tollfree: (866) 354-2020 x234, Fax:
727-683-8810 or email: Elizabeth Price, elizabeth@gasparballet.com,
or Sharon Sanchez at sharon@gasparballet.com
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February, 2011: Reenactor
Fest 7 - Chicago
Wheeling, ILLINOIS
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Special guest of honor Jason Salkey (Rifleman Harris from the Sharpe series).
Reenactor Fest is an indoor convention for all reenacting time periods, from the
Roman Empire through Vietnam. Guests are encouraged to attend in period dress!
The 3 day celebration features hundreds of quality vendor tables, LIVE
demonstrations of historical military & cultural activities every day,
interesting seminars and lectures on a myriad of topics, a Reenactor's Ball,
plus music, food and there is ALWAYS a party going on after the sun goes down!
Please check the SCHEDULE link to keep up on what seminars are planned.
Discounted overnight stay rates for convention attendees will be available right
here on this website. See you there! Reenactor Fest is open to the public, and has stuff for all
ages to see and do. Buy tickets online. Prices go up after Jan. 5,
2010.
Held at the Westin Chicago North Shore, with discounted room rates for
attendees. Book your room through the event website.
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February, 2011: Sant' Yago Illuminated Knight Parade
Ybor City, FLORIDA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Starts 7 pm. Sponsored by Ye Krewe of
Sant'Yago, this illuminated night
parade has all the spectacle, debauchery and noise of the Gasparilla Parade but it follows a wild
course from Channelside through Tampa's historic district along 7th Ave. in historic Ybor
City.
This is a noisy and crowded adult-oriented spectacle. Arrive early and expect a wild time.
For more information, contact the sites above. For more information,
applications, and parade
route go to the above website.
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February, 2011: Brethren of the
Great Lakes - 2nd Annual Mid Winter Pirate Gathering
Howell, MICHIGAN
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Time: Festivities begin at 4pm in the private banquet room of the Pub.
Location: Cleary’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, 117 E Grand River Ave., Howell,
MI 48843
Shivvvvvr Me Timbrrrrs! The Pirates are at it again! Join us for warm
friendship, cold ale, and plenty of plunderin’ in downtown Howell at
Cleary’s
Irish Pub. This is a garbed event with Live Entertainment, Silent Auction and
Raffle prizes!
Limited menu or buffet will be available. Cash bar serving all your favorites.
All ages welcome
$5 admission for adults. Please RSVP: tigerlily@brethrenofthegreatlakes.com
Note of importance: As this is a public venue where alcohol is served, its
best to leave yer
swords and daggers at home, Mates. We don't want any trouble with the
local land lubbers.
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February through late March, 2011 (weekends and President's Day holiday): Arizona
Renaissance Festival
Apache Junction, ARIZONA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
February 27th & 28th "Ahoy Ye Landlubbers" theme weekend.
Every weekend you'll find swashbuckling acts, a pirate store, and a New World area.
Tortuga Twins (we recommend the R-rated show) Call:
(520) 463-2600
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February (Presidents Day Weekend), 2011: Estrella War
Canyon Moon Ranch, Florence, ARIZONA (just down the road from the Arizona RenFest -
see above)
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
This is an SCA war, but many a pirate crew will come and
take advantage of the disruptions caused by war.
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February, 2011: The Pillage of the Village Weekend at the 19th Annual Florida
Renaissance Festival
Quiet Waters Park, Deerfield Bay, FLORIDA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
The festival runs weekends from Feb. 13th thru March 14th, but the third
weekend is when the pyrates plan to invade with special themed
entertainment.
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February, 2011: Chicago
Maritime Festival
Chicago, ILLINOIS
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
This indoor festival held in Chicago's "off
season", is a wonderful way to meet maritime minded (or nautically curious)
folks from all around the region and across the sea. Seminars, musical
performances, nautical activities. The festival is open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with
an evening of musical performances 7 - 10:30 pm.
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February, 2011: 10th Annual Privateer Feast To
Save the Treasured Chest
Severna Park, MARYLAND
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
6:00 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. at the Earleigh Heights VFC.
Early Bird tickets go on sale on
Monday, January 11, 2010 at noon. (EST). Go to the above website to get
tickets. (Beware --
tickets often sell out quickly.)
* A stage full of Amazing Entertainers.
* Scores of wonderful new items in our infamous raffle for charity
* Completely new menu! Look for the full menu and ingredient listings coming
soon.
* The Grog will flow freely again this year.
* Breast Cancer Awareness table to see the ways your generosity makes a
difference
Entertainment provided at this event contains lyrics with mature themes. This
event is recommended for people 18 and over. Anyone under the age of 18 will not
be admitted without a parent or guardian.
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March, 2011: Ghost Ships Festival
Milwaukee, WISCONSIN
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
The 11th Annual Ghost Ships Festival is a conference dedicated to Great lakes
exhibits and Maritime history. You can listen to and interact with leading dive
industry professionals, extreme explorers, maritime historians, and Great Lakes
authors! The Ghost Ships Festival is at the Wyndham Milwaukee Airport and
Convention center, across from General Mitchell International Airport in
Milwaukee. The exhibit hall is free and open to the public. There is an additional
charge for the presentations.
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March, 2011: "The
Sack of St. Augustine: Capt. Robert Searle's Raid of 1668"
St. Augustine, FLORIDA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
The "Sack of St. Augustine: Capt. Robert Searle's Raid of 1668” is a
historical reenactment sponsored by Searle’s Buccaneers and the Men of
Menendez (members of the Florida Historic Militia), with the assistance of the
St. John's County Tourist Development Council. The reenactment will take place
on March 4th-7th, 2010, in St. Augustine, Florida, our nations' oldest city. We
are always looking for new recruits to portray townspeople, garrison soldiers,
Native Americans, and buccaneers! Our focus is on an accurate historical
impression, using correct materials, styles, and equipment. You need not be a
historian, actor, or military enthusiast to participate.
If interested, please contact us at: www.searles-buccaneers.com,
jeffjohnsonfl@yahoo.com,
904-534-6168
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March, 2011: Swallows
Day Parade
San Juan Capistrano, CALIFORNIA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Time: Arrive no later than 9:30 am to have time to park and sign in. Parade
starts at 11 am.
Not a pirate event, but No Quarter Given
(including our PyRats) will be marching in the parade with the Alliance of the Double Cross, Buccaneers of
Tortuga, and other brethren of the sea to
welcome the return of the swallows to San Juan Capistrano. Pirates did raid San Juan Capistrano in 1818, so there is a
piratical connection. Parade starts at 11 am, but come much earlier to get
good parking. Street closures are at 10 am. Day-long street festival
with food and entertainment in the Mercado. Assembly Point: At the entrance (driveway) to the Calvary Chapel on El Camino
Real. This is just north of San Juan Elementary School. Get to the assembly area
no later than 10 am. The parade is supposed to start promptly at 11 am. Website with a lot of
info: http://www.swallowsparade.com/parade.aspx
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March, 2011: Peanut
Island Pirate Fest
Peanut Island, FLORIDA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] The tall ship HMS Bounty has been lured to the southern docks of Peanut
Island which is now under the control of Pirates. Combine Tall Ships, Pirates,
and a Tropical Island and you have the recipe for Two Fun Filled Days of Piracy
on Peanut Island. * Treasure Hunt * Ship-to-Shore Battles * Ship-to-Ship Battles
* Sword fighting * Black Powder Weapon Demonstrations * Pirate Dinner Auction *
Pirate Encampment * Strolling Minstrels * Live Music * Great Food & Drink *
Pirate Merchandise * Admission: Free (a minimum dockside donation of a
buck-an-ear is suggested).
Event Hours: Saturday 10 am - 5 pm (After Hours).
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm Pirate Pig Roast Dinner Party
5:30 - 8:00 pm Saturday
Dinner $25 (beverages sold separately), Limited Availability. Advanced Dinner
Ticket Purchase Is Recommended. For reservations call 561 792-9260.
Boarding / Tours of the tall ships (HMS Bounty, and Privateer Lynx) are
available for a fee.
Individual tour prices for each ship: Adults: $9 and Students: $5
Visit www.pbmm.org for combination tour pricing.
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March, 2011: Military Through the Ages
Jamestown Settlement, VIRGINIA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] Re-enactment groups depicting soldiers and military encounters throughout
history join forces with modern-day veterans and active units to demonstrate
camp life, tactics and weaponry. The weekend event features a children's parade
on Saturday and a military pass-in-review on Sunday. Visitor information:
757-253-4838, or toll
free: 1-888-593-4682.
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March, 2011: 3rd Annual Pirate's Ball
Weston, MISSOURI
Location: O'Malley's Pub, Weston, MO
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] Entertainers will once again include the rollicking revelry of the Musical
Blades and the mystifying rhythms of Chuvani with other entertainment and
surprises to be announced. Tickets will officially go on sale this coming
Monday, February 2nd at http://www.pyrate.org just follow the link on the front
page. Tickets sold out very quickly last year and space is very limited so don't
miss your chance at attending this unique and exciting charity event! More info
coming soon. See you at the ball!
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March, 2010: L.O.R.E.
Immersion Weekend
Corona, CALIFORNIA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] A weekend of classes and workshops. LORE was organized around an educational
goal. The purpose of the organization is to provide the means through which
participants; potential participants, history enthusiasts and educators can
develop or expand their skills and background in world history. The immersion
weekends provide an opportunity for participants to work with other
knowledgeable participants and professionals in an instructional setting.
Certification is available for those who wish to pursue a structured study of
the various aspects of historical life. There have been many classes and
workshops of interest to those portraying pirates and privateers. More
info: The Crossroads Group, P.O.B. 1959, Corona, CA, 92878-1959, Ph:
951-735-0101
late March through early April, 2011: Pyrate
Week in New Orleans
New Orleans, LOUISIANA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] The citizens of New Orleans celebrate NOLA PYRATE WEEK - nine days of
swashbuckling, art, music, food, events and general camaraderie among the
Pyrates of New Orleans - past & present - and their mates from around the
globe! Starting with a Friday night parade through the French Quarter and the
French Market Invasion (Sat. Mar. 27 and 28). There will be all manner of live
performances on two stages, busking, wandering performers and an amazing
Merchant’s Market with Pyrate goods and other hand crafted treasures!. Free to
attend. More volunteering and fundraising, Festival De Jean
Lafitte, vendor fair ...and much more!
NOLA Pyrate Week was originally conceived and developed in
the heart of New Orleans by a small group of like minded "Pyrates of The
New World" who have now been joined by many other Pyrates, Artists,
Musicians, Community/Charitable Organizations, Krewes, Local Business and other
citizens who support our creed: "Take what ye can...GIVE something
back!"™
For all the details keep a weather eye on our website http://nolapyrateweek.com
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April, 2011: 5th Annual PirateFest
Uptown Greenville, NC
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] A large outdoor celebration offering fun, food and entertainment for all!
PirateFest will have an arts festival, a Pigskin Pig-out, a Blackbeard's Market,
an International Festival and much more. Cost:
FREE
Contact: PirateFest, c/o Uptown Greenville, PO Box 92, Greenville, NC
27835. Phone: 252-561-8400 Fax: 252-695-0080 E-mail: info@uptowngreenville.com
VENDORS: find the application on the PirateFest website.
early April, 2011: 7th Annual Fells
Point Privateer Day 2010
Fells Point (Baltimore), MARYLAND
Time: 11 am to 6 pm
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Fri - 9:00pm Swashbuckler Soiree: With live bands and rum, the floor is
open for socializing and dancing as local Fell's Point restaurateurs supply their
finest cuisine. Located directly on the water, this event is delightful, with
outside balconies and in close proximity to the festival and hotel sites. Did we
mention rum? Location: The Frederick Douglas Isaac Myers Maritime Park in Fells
Point, MD. Cost: to be determined
Sat. 10:00am - 6:00pm Privateer Day Festival: Pirates, historians,
maritime enthusiasts, living history camps, reenactors, vendors and patrons will
gather in the town square.
Sat. 8:00 pm Pub Crawl: Fells Point has many pubs within a few blocks.
Here is an opportunity to walk the cobblestoned streets of this seaport town by
night in the company of good friends.
Info, contact: Fells Point Development Corporation,
410-675-8900 info@fellspointdevelopment.com
, www.fellspointdevelopment.com
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April, 2011: Shore Leave New
Orleans
French Quarter, New Orleans, LOUISIANA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] The Shore Leave New Orleans weekend is all about you being a part of the event,
not just an attendee. We would like you to take part in the events as if they
were your own. The scheduled events are all free to attend and your
participation is encouraged.
April 16th 2010 6:00PM -Till?.............."The Captain's Table"
April 17th 2010 Noon-6:00PM ............"The Blockade"
April 17th 2010 8:00PM -Till?.............."2nd Lying Bar-Crawl"
April 18th 2010 11:00Am -3:00PM ...."The Bloody Swap"
As you will see, our events are about the individuals and the roles they play in
SLNO. We are not looking to make money; we are looking to make heartfelt
memories and friendships that will last us all a lifetime. Free To all Pirates
& Wenches alike.For more info: Nolawenches@yahoo.com,
(504)298-1225, *Please call or email a request for Postal address.
There will be no vendors at this event "The Bloody Swap" will be the
only venue to get clothes or gear at "Shore Leave New Orleans". There
are many shops thru out New Orleans to get Piratical items from brand new to
actual antquies.
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April, 2011: 29th Anniversary Conch Republic
Independence Celebration
Key West, FLORIDA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] In 1982 Key West and the Florida Keys seceded from the
United States as a response to Border Patrol check points causing 17 mile long
lines. The schooner Western Union attacked the Coast Guard cutter
in the harbor with stale Cuban bread and conch fritters. The Conch
Republic then surrendered to the U.S., and demanded foreign aid (they are still
waiting). Now every year Key West celebrates their independence with a
reenactment of the Great Sea Battle, followed by a Pirate's Ball, and lots of
other fun events. For
more details of the history surrounding this event. Even
more history.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
For more information, see the website, or call the Office of the Secretary
General of the Conch Republic at (305) 294-2298... fax (305) 296-8803.
Long Live The Conch Republic!
late April through early May, 2011: Buccaneer Days
Corpus Christi, TEXAS
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] Carnival, Pirates of the Caribbean Water Show, fireworks, parades,
illuminated night parade, stadium show. Pirates sail into Corpus Christi Bay and capture the Mayor at City Hall. Spectators are invited to the Corpus Christi City Marina as the Pirates make the
Mayor "Walk the Plank" to kick off the Buc Days
festivities (April 22).
late
April through early May, 2011: 54th Annual Contraband Days
Lake Charles, LOUISIANA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] Come join Jean Lafitte and his rowdy Buccaneers as they
sail in, capture the city, seize the mayor and make her walk the plank. Also parades,
concerts, bath tub races, crawfish raves, etc. This is the second largest festival in the
state of Louisiana. On the waterfront grounds of the Lake Charles Civic Center just off
I-10. 9 For info: arichey@contrabanddays.com
or call 337.436.5508
late
April thru early May, 2011: 48th Isle of Eight
Flags Shrimp Festival
Fernandina Beach, FLORIDA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] Pirate Parade, Little
Pirate Costume contest, Invasion of the Pirates from
the docks at the end of Centre Street (Friday night, and Saturday afternoon). Dozens of food booths featuring shrimp
specialties. 1(800) 2-AMELIA
(226-3542) or (904) 261-3248
late
April through early May, 2011: Brixham
Pirate Festival
Brixham, Devon, UNITED KINGDOM
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] A bank Holiday weekend of swashbuckling fun, music and piratical antics to suit
all ages. A world record attempt: Most pirates in one gathering. We broke the
world record at the 2009 festival, be part of our attempt to break it again in
2010! To take part your costume must consist of:-
Pirate hat or bandana/kerchief
An eye patch
A sword
Appropriate trousers and shirt / waistcoat or dress
The Aargh factor:- Sea shanty competition:- listen and sing along to the old
songs of the sea. There will be live bands playing at various evening venues
around the town.
If you would like to take part please write or email your details including
names (s) address, age (s) and postcode, to:-Brixham Buccaneers, 7 Heath Rise,
Heath Road, Brixham, Devon, TQ9 5BG
May 2nd,
2011: International Scurvy
Awareness Day
Many a sailor or pirate had to struggle with the symptoms of scurvy. Sad
to say, scurvy still exists. The humble goal of LimeStrong is to wipe out
what may possibly be the most easily preventable disease in human history,
Scurvy. They hope to achieve this by bringing awareness to the fact that Scurvy
still exists in the modern world, even though we have had a documented and cost
effective cure for almost 400 years. Plus, it’s a great excuse to have
some grog (rum punch with lime juice), or margaritas, with yer shipmates in the
name of a good cause. Visit the website for some great ideas to promote
the awareness of this day and the problem of scurvy. AND EAT A LIME! (or
lots of other fruits).
May, 2011: Buccaneers and Smugglers 1674 Caldicot Castle, S. Wales , UNITED KINGDOM [until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] Hosted by 17th Centure Life and Times. Visit www.17thcenturylifeandtimes.com or email: cavalier@17thcenturylifeandtimes.com for details!
early
May, 2011: International Scurvy Awareness Day Scurvy Prevention Party!
Noon -9 pm
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] Hub’s Raw Bar & Tavern, 150 John’s Pass Boardwalk, Madeira Beach, FL
33707, 727-391-6025 x303
Sunday, May 2nd is International Scurvy Awareness Day. Scurvy is a condition
caused by lack of vitamin C in the diet, and is still a threat to pirates and
landlubbers to this day. Join the Village Villain’s Pirate Crew at Hub’s Raw
Bar & Tavern for their 2nd annual Scurvy Prevention Party! They’ll be
servin’ up citrus grog, beers, a Bloody Mary bar and food to help prevent this
unsightly disease. Free admission and Free give-a-ways. Live music. Consume
citrus every day and don’t let Scurvy get you down!
early
May, 2011: 19th Annual Sea Chantey Festival
San Diego, CALIFORNIA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] You will be entertained by some of the best around, when it comes to traditional
maritime music. You'll hear music by Bill Dempsey, The Jackstraws, The Westlin
Weavers and many more.
For centuries, sailor's have honed their shipboard skills to the cadence of
songs recounting the adventure, tragedy and romance of life at sea. These
"sea chanteys" come to life in a dramatic way on board the majestic
sailing ship Star of India. Call 619-234-9153 ext. 101 for more
information.
early
May, 2011: BLOODTHIRSTY’S TAVERN
Rockport, MAINE
BLOODTHIRSTY'S TAVERN in the village of ROCKPORT
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
In the Province of MAINE IS OPEN TO PIRATES from 5 of the Clock ON.This CLEAN
& RAT-FREE Establishment IS Proud ta be SERVING IT'S THIRD Year of FINE
SPIRITS And CUISINE from far away PLACES To wit Bring Grog and Food. Ye will be
checked fer WEAPONS. If ye have NONE, maybe we can loan ye SOME.
Give Bloodthirsty a Shout For Details on the Pot Luck Or Directions 207-975-6511
And Like LAST Time If Yer Don’t Look Like a PIRATE Yer Ain’t a Gonna Get IN!
mid
May, 2011: 6th Queen Bess & the Pirates
Fresno,
CALIFORNIA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] Good Queen Bess knew a good thing when she saw it. Give
out a few Letters of Marque and viola! a ready-made navy to spank those
dastardly Spanish, protect England's waters, and raise some sorely needed funds
for the royal coffers. Come and enjoy a day of reveling at our faire with
legally sanctioned pillaging, swashbuckling and adventuring. Shop at our faire
for the finest booty from the seas, eat exotic foods and drink the finest ales.
Many demonstrations of the sea faring life, as well as talented performers, and
Sea Chanties to delight your senses. For more information
contact Joyce Roberts at: jroberts@ccdof.org
or give
her a call at 559-392-0965.
mid
May, 2011: Pirate Weekend at Georgia
Renaissance Festival
Fairburn, GEORGIA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] Scalawags and swashbucklers abound for His Majesty’s Pirate Adventure! Those
adults and children who think themselves worthy buccaneers can compete in the
Talk Like a Pirate and Best Dressed Pirate Costume Contests! This weekend is
also Knights on Bikes Weekend! Present your motorcycle license and receive $4.00
off an adult full price ticket purchased at the Festival Box Office only. (2
adult discount purchases per motorcycle license, not valid with any other
offer.) Office number: (770) 964-8575
late
May, 2011: Pirate
Fest ‘11
Upper Marlboro, MARYLAND.
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Arrrrgh, Matey! If it’s a pirate
life fer ye, then set yer course fer Pirate Fest! Get your fill of cutthroats,
scallywags, sea-farin’ scoundrels and thieves. Music, food vendor, costume
contest, treasure hunt and more for pirates and landlubbers alike! No
reservations necessary. FEE: $5/person
Darnall’s
Chance House Museum, 14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772.
301-952-8010.
late
May, 2011: Pirate
Invasion Weekend at Scarborough Faire
Waxahachie, TEXAS
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] Ahoy, ye landlubbers, prepare to be invaded by the
scourge of the seas! Don yer seafaring duds and bust down the gates of
Scarborough Village. Even the pub sing will be in the key of Rrrrr.
Faire runs from April 10th through May 31st (on weekends and Memorial
Day). For more details
phone: (972) 938-3247 ~ Toll Free: 1-888-5-FESTIVAL
late
May, 2011: Pirate
Invasion Weekend at Tennessee Renaissance
Festival
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] Highway 96, between Franklin and Murfreesboro, TENNESSEE
Huzzah! The hills are swarming with rascals and rogues as a crew of scuvry
pirates invade our shire of Covington Glen. Info: Tennessee Renaissance Festival, P.O. Box
309, Arrington, TN 37014. Phone: (615) 395-9950
late
May , 2011: Ojai
Renaissance and Pirate Faire
Ojai, CALIFORNIA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing] The glistening azure waters of Lake Casitas make a
perfect background to showcase 16th century life in the "Village of
Wixonshire" that will be created there for a weekend of magical involvement
by participants and visitors who interact to transport themselves back in time
to the glories of "The Pirate Queen", Queen Elizabeth's Court. Continuous
entertainment on 3 stages, including Shakespeare plays, headliner acts and
street performers. Food court featuring fine fare at reasonable prices. Roasted
turkey legs, sausages, soft drinks, Thai food and more. A full tavern featuring
imported and domestic beer, ale and mixed drinks.
See website for more info, or: (805) 496-6036 Copyright Gold Coast
Festivals Inc. 2004 goldcoastfestivals@gmail.com
early
June, 2011: 26th
Annual Drake's
Raid
St. Augustine, FLORIDA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
"On June 6, 1586, a fleet of 23 ships with 2,000 Englishmen under the command of Sir Francis Drake approached the Spanish colonial capitol of St. Augustine, Florida. Landing cannon on Anastasia Island, the privateers began to bombard the city. At dawn on June 8th, the English crossed Matanzas Bay, captured the fort, routed the Spanish defenders, and burned the town." The
reenactment of Drake's Raid will take place on the original sites in Old Towne San Agustin. Focus is on an accurate, historical impression. 16th c.-style encampment at the Fountain of Youth Park.
For info: Brian Bowman - lobo13@bellsouth.net
early
June, 2011: 7th Annual Port Washington Pirate
Festival
Port Washington, WISCONSIN
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Location: In and around Rotary Park
Times: Fri June 4th: 6pm-10pm
Sat June 5th: 10am-11pm
Sun June 6th: 10am-5pm
FIREWORKS 9:30 PM Sat.
Cannon battles with Pirate Ships! Entertainment, parade, fireworks, music,
historical demonstrations, vendors, food and so much more! The scenic harbor of downtown historic Port
Washington, Wisconsin,
provides the perfect, picturesque setting for all the mayhem & merriment. It
has become the “must attend” event for boaters, bikers, re-enactors &
families alike from all over the Midwest & beyond. FREE ADMISSION! For
more info:
email: admin@portpiratefestival.com
phone: 262-284-6652
fax: 262-284-6549
Or contact: Dean Calin, Phone: 262-366-8591, Email: portmarketing@deancalin.com
June,
2011: 12th Anniversary Hampton
Blackbeard Festival
Hampton, VIRGINIA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
18th century Hampton’s waterfront comes alive with
dozens of pirate re-enactors, costumed in historically accurate garb, who
transform today’s Hampton into the busy seaport of yesterday. Led by
Blackbeard the Pirate himself, re-enactors help visitors step back in time and
re-live the history and legends of 1718 Hampton. This year the Blackbeard Pirate
Festival is part of the special festivities in celebration of the 400th
Anniversary of Hampton. To honor the 400th Anniversary of Hampton, the
Blackbeard Pirate Festival will be extended over three days and will include
live entertainment performed by a national act, never before seen historical reenactments,
and two spectacular displays of fireworks.
Vendors: contact Scott Canaday: 757-727-0900 ext 743, scanaday@vasc.org
early
June, 2011: 6th
Big Bear Pirate Faire
Fawnskin (Big Bear Lake), CALIFORNIA
Time:
10 am to 6 pm
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Location: Pedersen's Mill, 39115 Rim of the World Dr.,
Fawnskin, Ca 92333
There will be battle re-enactments and battles on the 'New Pirate' beach, court
martial & court re-enactments, stage shows, shopping and food!! Two pirate
battles each day, children's treasure hunts, arts & crafts. All profits go
to the youth of the Valley for educational endeavors. Some activities at
additional charge. Free Parking & Shuttle TICKET PRICES Adults: $15,
Adult weekend pass: $26, Seniors (55+)/ Military with ID $12, Children 6-12:
$12, Senior/Military/Child weekend pass: $20, Children 5 and under: FREE.
Tickets on sale at the gate. Advanced tickets can be purchased by calling
1-800-4-BIG-BEAR.
mid
June, 2011: The 10th Annual John Levique Days
John's Pass
Village, Madeira Beach, FLORIDA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
The increasingly popular John Levique Days is a three-day pirate themed event
celebrating the discovery of John’s Pass by turtle farmer, John Levique after
the hurricane of September 1848. The festival promotes hurricane awareness,
education and hurricane relief efforts. A majority of the 125 merchants in John’s
Pass Village participate in assisting with the activities planned over the
course of the weekend. Scheduled activities always include: the Pirates Ball,
children's and adult's costume contests, a village wide treasure hunt, Pirate
Invasion followed by a parade and "pillaging" of the village. There is
always face painting, story telling, photo opportunities, games and activities,
and the infamous "Pirates Pub Crawl" (sorry kids, adults only!).
Various piratical entertainment and seafaring themed merchants target over
30,000+ attendees of all ages. Coming in Costume is Encouraged! Free admission. Info from Suzanne King, John Levique Pirate Days Chair,
150 Johns Pass Boardwalk, Madeira Beach, FL. 33707, (727) 393-8230 :
Suzie@JohnsPassFestivals.com ,
http://www.JohnsPassFestivals.com
mid
June, 2011: 32nd Annual Sea Music Festival
Mystic, CONNECTICUT
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Mystic Seaport is proud to host its 31st annual Sea Music Festival, one of the
world’s premier sea music events. More than 5,000 people gather each year to
hear Mystic Seaport's Chantey Staff along with a solid core of performers carry
on classic musical traditions of the golden age of sail. We have featured music
from maritime cultures around the world, including the United Kingdom, Italy,
Portugal, Australia, Iceland, Poland, Netherlands, France, Canada and Africa, as
well as native peoples within the United States. Please direct all Sea Music
Festival inquiries to smf@mysticseaport.org
Tickets/info: 860-572-5315 or 888-9SEAPORT.
mid
June, 2011: Pirate Rendezvous
Damariscotta, MAINE
Daytime Events: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
The Mystic Pirates sail into the scenic midcoast Maine town of Damariscotta at
high noon and take over the town until midnight, when they will fade back into
history. Daytime events will include the pirates arriving by boat,
"rampaging" through a Pirate Bazaar at Schooner Landing, and then
"pillaging" the in-town area. Accompanying them will be musicians,
re-enactors, story-tellers and other entertainers who will circulate throughout
the in-town area. Come enjoy a great family day including piracy, food, games
and all to benefit Lincoln County Family Holiday Wishes! Contact the pirate “Scribe” (Greg
Latimer) at 207-380-9912 or mysticpirates@yahoo.com
mid
June, 2011: 35th Annual Norfolk HarborFest
Town
Point Park, Norfolk, VIRGINIA.
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Free & everyone is welcome to be a part of three explosive days of free
entertainment (including living history and pirates), tall ship parade
(including the Godspeed of Jamestown, and the Kalmar Nyckel),
electrifying fireworks display, and the biggest outdoor dock party and picnic in
Norfolk's history! Norfolk Festevents Ltd., 120 West Main
Street, Norfolk, VA 23510. Ph: (757) 441-2345, E-mail: festevents@festevents.org
mid
June, 2011: Pirate Invasion Weekend at Valhalla
Faire
South Lake Tahoe, CALIFORNIA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Dress in your Pirate and Barbarian outfit (do cover all the right places)
Let loose the second Weekend amongst the Pirate and Barbarian hordes.
Participate in Scavenger Hunts, Costume contests and Talk Like a Pirate
Competitions!
early
June, 2011: 56th Sprint Billy
Bowlegs Pirate Festival
Fort Walton Beach, FLORIDA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]Pirate invasion, fireworks, torch light parade, Pirate Walk (trick-0r-treating
pirates stile), pub crawl, children's activities, lots more.
Celebrates Capt. Bowlegs (William Augustus Bowles) Pirate skirmish Fri.
evening, followed by Fireworks. Pirate's Landing:
Sat. afternoon, 4 pm.
The city always loses to the pirates and Capt. Billy will issue a proclamation freeing the
citizens from the tyranny of the City Fathers and declares a time of merriment and fun.
Many other events, torchlight parade: Monday evening, June 7th, 8
pm. Info: (850) 244-8191, info@fwbchamber.org
mid
June, 2011: Arrrrrrt on the Porches
Syracuse, NY
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Pirates of CHAOS Productions invade an otherwise artistic event and bring "arrrrrrt"
to the masses! Family fun! Booty in the streets! Garb encouraged! Lots of art
for sale! Good music! Belly dancing! Gourmet victuals! Take a ride on th'
Bloomin' Bloomer....our 12 foot "pirate powered" ship and steal booty
from the pirates......if you dare! Dress like a pirate! We will! CHAOS Street
Pirates will present the play "Jason and the Arrr-gonauts" directed by
Cap'n Mimi Foxmorton. Become a friend at: www.myspace.com/piratesofchaos4
www.myspace.com/strathmoreartontheporches
Free Admission!
Event info: David Kane nushman72@gmail.com
Telephone 1-315-882-1910
Pirate contact: Foxmorton foxgoddess44@hotmail.com
(315) 652-3800 ext 137
"New Blood" always welcome! Potential participants and vendors
contact Dave Kane (see above).
mid June, 2011: 5th Annual
Northern California Pirate Festival
Vallejo, CALIFORNIA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]The city of Vallejo
has became a haven for pirates of all
varieties...cannon battles, sword fighting, maritime musicians & magicians,
contests, food, fyne wares and a host of other pirate treasures (look for the No Quarter Given
booth)! New this year: A Saturday night concert featuring a
pirate centric cast that will have you hopping out of your seats. Visit the
website to see the photos. The Northern California Pirate Festival
has one goal: To create an entertaining event where everyone who loves pirates
will have a great time and feel welcome! Whether you love nautical music, sword fighting, sailing, cannon-battles, theater, maritime crafts, food and
drink, or just shopping fer' pirate booty...there's something here for
YOU! Fun For ALL AGES: Children, Adults, Teens & Whole Families!
We encourage coming out in costume...whether you dress as an historical era
pirate from the Golden Age of Sail or a bejeweled Mardi-Gras Krewmate from New
Orleans... whether your taste runs towards Hollywood Swashbucklers or Foreign
Buccaneers from international waters! Dress up and share in the
experience... You certainly don't need to come out in costume, but when
you leave you're sure to feel like a pirate! Sail out to the PirateFest
and join us for a great time!
*** Come Join The Largest Crew in the World as we attempt to
break the World Record! Date & Time: Saturday, June 19th at 4pm,
Registration: 10am til 4pm at the front gate. Saturday at 4pm, we will gather
over 3,000 fully dressed pirates in one place attempting to Break the Guinness
World Record Currently Held by our good friends and brethren of The Portland
Pirate Festival i n Portland Oregon. (There is word that it was beaten recently
with a score of 1726 by an event in Buxon, UK....but this is not official as of
yet) Event Information: 1-866-921-YARR
mid June, 2011: Charleston
Maritime Festival
Charleston, SOUTH
CAROLINA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Pirate camp, classic wooden boat show, maritime art, music, family
boat-building and children's village. Period rogues, blackhearts, musicians,
and artisans are welcome. Tour the ships, enjoy the scenic waterfront
and relax with a beverage and fine Lowcountry fare. For those with more
adventurous spirit, build your own boat over the weekend with the handy help
of our volunteers, head out on the harbor for your free sailing lesson, or
actually join the crew of one of the ships and sail north to Boston. For those
more interested in air than sea, there are aerobatic flight demonstrations,
helicopter rides and other exciting aerial attractions. Food, water, ice,
parking, et. al., will be provided.
mid June, 2011: Pirate Invasion of Rainbow Lagoon
Long Beach, CALIFORNIA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Formerly known as Pier Daze Pirate Invasion...new location, new name. For the
last four years pirates have invaded Long Beach at the Belmont Pier, now they
choose to enter the city by way of Rainbow Lagoon. Google directions: Rainbow
Lagoon Park, Long Beach, CA 90802. Updates and details being added
continuously at: www.alfredosbeachclub.com/seafest-pierdaze.html
This event is a production of Beach Ventures Enterprises, Inc. and Gold Coast
Festivals, Inc.
mid
to late June, 2011: 8th Annual New
England Pirate Faire
Gloucester,MASSACHUSETTS
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Stage Fort Park
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Historic Gloucester, MA will host Pastimes' annual piratical production with an oceanfront view, realistic cannons, and historical relevance afforded by Stage
Fort Park. The faire will feature a cast of over 100 actors and
musicians. The festival will also host the “Tortuga Marketplace” for vendors
offering pirate clothing, prop weapons, accessories, jewelry, food, refreshments
and more. The show will feature a scripted daylong storyline with several
interactive scenes with characters drawn from literature and a different time.
late
June, 2011: 9th annual
Rusty Scupper's Pirate Daze
Westport, WASHINGTON
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Our patron pirate, Rusty Scupper and his crewe mates, the
Rusty Scupper Pirates of Westport, invite all manner of Pirate Crewes,
landlubbers, politicians, and townsfolk of any repute to their spring festival
of everything piratical. See
famed Grays Harbor, and walk some or all of the 18 miles of beach where his
journal washed ashore. Climb to the top of the tallest light house in Washington
State. See and tour the tall-ships The Lady Washington and the Hawaiian
Chieftain. Join in with the Pirates at all the events scheduled along the
esplanade of Westport Harbor and Marina District. There be family-friendly fun
and frivolity fer all, with free admission; live music (including Pint &
Dale, Capt. Matt, Mike & Val), purveyors of hearty food and snacks, games fer the scallywags, a pirate
train and bumper boats, artisans and vendors from around the west. Weapons
demonstrations by the pirates of B.O.O.M. One
evening “Bowl with the Pirates!”, Dress like a pirate fer the age-group
costume contest, Salty Dog costume contest for canines of the sea, or join in the “Jack Sparrow” look-a-like contest.
Mateys,
thar be no restrictions nor requirements but havin fun! So put yer historically
accurate or inaccurate garb and gear in yer duffle bag ‘n set yer sails fer
Westport! Thar be no admission charge to any of the Marina Dist. Events.
General info: call Cap'n Bizmo at 360-268-3149. 239 or at rustys-crew@hotmail.com.
Fer r infamos "Cap'n Jack Sparrow" look a like contest call
"Razor Clam" Arlene @ 360-268-9133. Fer da Salty Dawg contest (one o
me favorites!) call "Polly Wog" Pam @ 360-268-6318. Fer da big parade
we be hav'n on Sunday ye kin call "Tresure Chest" Pat @ 360-268-0191.
early
July, 2011: Privateer
Days
Liverpool, NOVA SCOTIA, CANADA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
"Step Back to 1780". Privateer Days, held the first weekend of July, is an annual celebration of the
privateering era of the late 18th century in Queen’s County, centering on the
Town of Liverpool. The event highlights the history and culture of the area
through music, theatre, guided tours and historical re-enactments. The goal of
Privateer Days is to celebrate our maritime history, acknowledge Liverpool’s
cultural and commercial history, and build an enduring sense of community.
Privateer Days brings our history alive, inviting residents and visitors from
near and far to step back in time to 1780 to the height of privateering. Through
battle re-enactments, costumed tours of the town and Old Burial Ground, dory
races and entertainment featuring local performers, participants learn about the
town’s commerce, architecture, and maritime past, including the successful
privateers that grew to wealth and fame defending the Crown. For more
info:
The Privateer Days Commission
P.O. Box 1780
Liverpool, Nova Scotia
B0T 1K0 Canada
(902) 354-4500 , email: info@privateerdays.ca
early
July, 2011: CHILDREN'S
WEEKEND! Prince, Princess & Pirate Party at the Colorado
Renaissance Festival
Larkspur, COLORADO
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Special activities for the young ones; Prince, Princess and Pirate Costume
Contest at the Puke & Snot pirate ship stage. Participate in the Royal
Quest; be rewarded by King Henry at the Knighting Ceremonies, daily at the
Rose Stage. Enjoy the Free Children’s Realm and Petting Zoo. FOR THIS
WEEKEND ONLY, CHILDREN TWELVE AND UNDER EXPERIENCE THE FESTIVAL FOR FREE WITH
A PAYING ADULT. HUZZAH!!! (303) 688-6010 / Toll Free (877) 259-3328 or 409-F South
Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, CO 80104, pjfrank@coloradorenaissance.com
early
July, 2011:
Pirates Landing
at Alki Beach at the Seattle SeaFair
Alki Beach West, Seattle, WASHINGTON.
1702 Alki Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116
Time: 9:30 am to 6:30 pm, with Pirate Invasion: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Avast ye scurvy dogs! This be yer warnin’ shot! The cutthroat Seafair
Pirates crew has made a deal and are comin to collect the bounty left behind
last year! They be landin on Alki Beach in West Seattle on July 10 around
11:30. The merchants will be puttin out their finest wares and tha day long
festival will be startin at around 9:30 am. Ye can shop, eat and dance along
with the Pirates throughout the day until 6:30 pm! Have your little pirates
come dressed fer the occasion and be part of a Pirate look-a-like contest to
win some booty. Come get yer treasure while ya still can. Admission: Free
Contact: SeafairPiratesPR@aol.com.
early
July, 2011: The
Susquehanna Lockhouse Museum's Pirate Encampment
Havre de Grace, MARYLAND
Susquehanna Museum of Havre de Grace.
Time: Sat. 11-5pm, Sun. 11-3pm
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Visit the pirate camps, watch the attacks on the town, and cheer on your
favorites! 410-939-5780 Email: director@lockhousemuseum.org www.lockhousemuseum.org
Saturday night, July 10th: Pirate Gala
7-11pm. Party with the Pirates. Sponsored by the Susquehanna Museum at the Lock
House, this event offers a night of live music, dancing, auctions, beer, wine
and food. 410-939-5780 Email: director@lockhousemuseum.org
www.lockhousemuseum.org.
early July, 2011: 12th Annual of Old Fort MacArthur Days
San Pedro, CALIFORNIA
TIme: 10 am - 4 pm, flag raising 10:10 am
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
First Multicultural & Living
History Event presented west of the Mississippi River and in the State of
California. Annual artillery show and fundraiser that
supports the Fort MacArthur Museum. The event is held on the weekend following
the Fourth of July holiday. Various military organizations and groups (from
ancient Roman Legionnaires to the Modern era) support the event. All group
encampments are focused on accurately presenting life as it was in the past. The
museum is located in Angels Gate Park, 3601 South Gaffey Street, in the historic
harbor city of San Pedro, California. Old Fort MacArthur Days is a blank fire
event. Many historical reenactment groups will be firing various weapons during
the course of the event, and there will be a massed fire by cannons at the end
of the day. Two groups of privateers will be on hand, the Rogue Privateers, and
the Port Royal Privateers. The Rogue Privateers will raid
for items and then auction them off to benefit the museum. [Look
for the No Quarter Given crew members (but we are NOT vending].
early
July, 2011: Pirate
Invasion Weekend at Silver Leaf
Renaissance Faire
Battle Creek, MICHIGAN
Location: Kimball Pines Park, 1158 Michigan Ave E, Battle Creek, MI 49014
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Arr!! Treasure await you when you set sail for Silver Leaf! Voicemail
Hotline: 269-343-9090
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July, 2011: 26th Anniversary Mel
Fisher Days
Key West, FLORIDA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
This is a very exciting year because it is the 25th anniversary of Mel Fisher’s
discovery of the Atocha’s motherlode! Here are the events for this year:
THURSDAY, July 15th, Schooner Wharf Party - 6-10pm
Live music by CW Colt
Miss Atocha Bikini contest
Coin cupcake game (Grade 3 Atocha coin given away)
Mel Fisher Lifetime Achievement Award given to Carl Fismer
FRIDAY, July 16th
Howard Livingston Concert on Duval Street - 6-9pm
Great music & prizes given away
SATURDAY, July 17th
Midnight Gambler Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament - 8pm-2am
SUNDAY, July 18th
Diver Reunion Bash 7-9pm
Live music by CW Colt
We will be sharing Mel Fisher treasure stories & pictures
All sign-ups are officially open!!! Please email (starfisher@melfisher.com) or
call (305-295-7929) to sign up.
mid
July, 2011: 3rd annual Sea Shanty Day Festival
San Pedro, CALIFORNIA
Time: noon - 6:00 p.m.
Location: Point Fermin
Park, Gaffey and Shepard Streets
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
music, particularly chanties and
other music with nautical and maritime themes. Pirates will be invading. Kapt.
Kula Pyrat Party band will be performing mid-afternoon. FREE. Info:
SeaShantys@aol.com
July,
2011: Boarding
Actions: California (BACA)
Santa Clara, CALIFORNIA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Location: Davenriche European Martial Artes School (DEMAS), 650 Nuttman
Street, #108, Santa Clara, CA, 95054, 408-776-6808 Message, 408-857-0120 cell,
408-776-8188 fax, www.knight2day.com
The overwhelming success of the 2006 and 2007 Seminar has resulted in the return
of the HMCA to California
for what has affectionately become known as BACA; Boarding Actions: California.
We are at Davenriche's salle again! The two day seminar taught by Instructors
Gareth Thomas, John Lennox, Steve Huff and Steaphen Fick will include history
and hands-on practice with such weapons as Cutlass, Sabre, Boarding Axe, Knife,
Officers Sword, Tomahawk, shipboard Pike, Belaying Pin, Boarding Knife and
defending against multiple opponents. Slungshot will also be added to the list
of weapons taught! For those who were at ISMAC and had this training, I'm sure
you'll never forget it. Those who weren't there cannot miss this opportunity to
learn this fascinating weapon. Cost of the class is as
follows:
$125 pre-registration: Registered by May 15.
$135 per person enrolling after pre-registration
$95 per person enrolling 10 or more students in one payment
Seminar will be limited to an enrollment of 50.
Registration forms can be found on our site.
For a view of BACA 2006 schedule please visit www.davenriche.com
Photos of 2006
BACA
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July, 2011: Ventura
Harbor Village Pirate's Days
Ventura, CALIFORNIA.
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Ventura Harbor Village is invaded by pirates of the swashbuckling kind! Meet
favorites Captain Hook Look-A-Like, Captain Jack Sparrow Look-A-Like, exotic
animals, and more! The Ventura Harbor Village is located on Spinnaker Drive off of
Harbor Blvd. Ventura Harbor Village, 1583 Spinnaker Drive Ventura, CA
93001. 877-89-HARBOR -or- 805-642-8538
late
July, 2011: Marked
Men Party hosted by Captain Jack
San Diego, CALIFORNIA
Time:8pm to 1am
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Location: San Diego Maritime Museum, aboard the Star of India, just
down the street from the San Diego Comic Con.
Costumes are not only welcome, but insisted on! We welcome vendors (No
Quarter Given will be on hand). For
party goers, tickets are $30 for general admission and $50 for VIP (very
important pirate!). Tickets will also be available at the door for $50/general
admission and $75/VIP, cash only at the door. For more info: starsmailbox@gmail.com
or thecaptain@markedmen.net
early
June, 2011: 6th Big Bear Pirate Faire
Fawnskin (Big Bear Lake), CALIFORNIA
Time:
10 am to 6 pm
Location: Pedersen's Mill, 39115 Rim of the World Dr.,
Fawnskin, Ca 92333
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
We have experienced a
ripple in time! This year our Pirate faire will be invaded by lofty Victorians,
Gold rushers, and industrious Steampunk's! Or is it the other way around?
Joining us are some rather mystical creatures from Fairy Forest! We have some
new acts to awe and inspire you! The aerial act Suspended Reality who will tell
the love story of Oberon and Titania through aerial dance. Also new and
performing only on Sunday will be the California Celts, you'll love their sound,
a very unique take on Celtic music. We will of course have your old favorites
there as well...The lovely Belles of Bedlam...the ever entertaining Sportive
Tricks, Adam The Bawdy Juggler, Mr. Mac the children's Pirate and much, much,
more. There will be battle re-enactments and battles on the 'New Pirate' beach,
court martial & court re-enactments, stage shows, shopping and food!! All
profits go to the youth of the Valley for educational endeavors. Some activities
at additional charge. Free Parking & Shuttle TICKET PRICES Adults: $15,
Adult weekend pass: $26, Seniors (55+)/ Military with ID $12, Children 6-12:
$12, Senior/Military/Child weekend pass: $20, Children 5 and under: FREE.
Tickets on sale at the gate. Advanced tickets can be purchased by calling
1-800-4-BIG-BEAR.
mid
July, 2011: 7th annual Evangola
Pirate Fest
Brant, NEW YORK
Location: Evangola State Park
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Family friendly pirate celebration. Pirate camp, Thieves Market, music and
entertainment, vendors, crafts, pirate zoo (?!?), treasure hunt, costume
contest. Pirate ship contest. For more info, call Gary: 716-549-1802.
mid
July, 2011: 3rd Annual Mersey Pirate
Muster
Liverpool, UNITED KINGDOM
Liverpool City Council's "ON THE WATERFRONT" event. Albert Dock and
Liverpool Pier Head, 11am - 5pm. Treasure Map Trail : Find the 8 Pieces of
Eight. Pirate Ship Battle : Cannon, Musket and Sword. Sign Muster Book : Join
the Mersey Pirate Navy. Press Gang : Led by Captains Hyde and Seek. Monty Mersey
Monster : Can you spot Monty. Mersey Pirate Navy : Meet the Captains and Crew.
late
July, 2011: Seadog
Nights and Gypsy Carnival
Lebanon, OREGON
Location: Cheadle Lake Park, S Santiam Hwy & Weirich Dr, Lebanon,
Oregon, 97454
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
"Work Like a DOG, Play Like a SEADOG". Avast Ye' ScurvyDogs!! 'Tis
once again that time to Toss Three Sheets to the Wind, Hoist your Colors, Rouse
that Lazy, Rum-Sucking crew and make sail for Lebanon, OR to experience the
festivities of SEADOG NIGHTS and GYPSY CARNIVAL 2010. Join Captain Zorgon and
Crew for the celebration of the Year!!! Come and Play with the Gypsies. Learn to
dance under the stars. Bring your bangles, bells and drums and join the Dogs of
the Sea Captain Gracie MacLaine and Little Morgan MacPhearson in The Gypsy
Parade. Find your inner child when you participate in the Treasure Hunt to beat
all Treasure Hunts... Watch the sky light on fire when Fire & Steel And
IGNITION takes the stage. From the Dog Bowl to the Masquerade, Come and while
away your days and Party through SeaDog Nights!!! "Come Play with Us!!!" Directions to
Site: 1. From North or South I-5 Take exit 228. (Hwy 34) 2. Follow Hwy 34
east to Lebanon. 3. Turn right onto Hwy 20 (Main Street) heading south. 4. Once
you pass the "super Walmart" on the right look for the lumber mill on
your left. 5. Cheadle Lake Park is behind the lumber mill. There will be
designated RV camping this year. If your RV looks like a gypsy wagon, a ship, a
castle or could be mistaken for a dragon (and not just called a dragon),
exceptions can be made. For more info, contact: Seadognights@gmail.com
or Zorgon at WickedPirate@gmail.com
. Cell Phone (360) 820-2220
late
July, 2011: 12th Annual Seafest
Scarborough, North Yorkshire, UNITED KINGDOM
8:30pm - 12:00am
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
The 11th Anniversary of 'Britain's biggest annual maritime music festival in
your favourite seaside resort.......' takes place at West Pier and around the
harbour area of this premier seaside resort and fishing port in North Yorkshire.
Musicians scheduled to appear: The Endeavour Shantymen - Rebekah Findlay - Bob
Fortune Richard Grainger - Tom Hughes - Hughie Jones -Keith Kendrick - Penni
Maclaren Walker Men of Staithes - Monkeys Fist - Sylvia Needham - Pirate Pete's
Sails and Stories Jim Radford - Chris Ricketts - The Scarborough Poets - Peter
Taylor - Malcolm Ward and Whitby Community Choir and There Be
Pirates (from the USA). In addition to maritime music, there will be Fish Cookery, Visiting
Vessels, Maritime Arts, and Family Entertainment. Info, email: richard-grainger@tiscali.co.uk
late
July, 2011:
Pirate Invasion at
the Sterling Renaissance Festival
Sterling, NEW YORK
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Yaar!! Those pirates are back again!! Pirates are invading the Shire with
swashbuckling adventure, comedy and song. Join our Pirate Costume Competition
for kids and adults; raise a glass of grog in the Bad Dog Tavern's Pirate Revel;
see a pirate swordplay show at the new Festival Stage. Pirate bands will rove,
shanties will be sung, and very little honest work shall be done.
Sterling Renaissance Festival, 15385 Farden Road, Sterling, NY 13156.
Call: 800-879-4446
late
July, 2011: Pirate Invasion Weekend at
the Great Lakes Medieval
Faire
OHIO, State Route 534, just seven miles south of Ohio I-90 at the Geneva exit (#218).
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Patches, Peglegs, Buccaneers & Booty! Costume Contest! Dress like a Pirate
and ye might rake in the booty...YARRRGH! Dinner Theatre Feast presents: The
Plunder-Palooza Feast (Saturday only). Guest Theme Act: Wonderfool the
Pirate. Guest Musical Act: Red McWilliams . Phone: (440) 474-4280 Toll Free: 1-888-MEDIEVAL, Mailing Address: Great Lakes Medieval Faire PO Box
376 Rock Creek, OH 44084
July 31, 2011: Plunderathon
Portland, OREGON
Location: Skidmore Fountain
Time: Noon to Midnight
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Adults only. Costume mandatory. Bystanders to be shanghaied and
endrunkenated. 12 hours of pub crawls, Pay yer bar tab. In cash. Small bills.
Really, you ain't waitin' around fer change, and nobody wants to wait fer yer
credit card to get signed. Tip the waitresses and strippers. No cover charges or
admission fees.
Contact person for more info: Nope. Nobody is dumb enough to take personal
liability for this. plunderathon.org is the best ye can get. No
recruiting. Just show up. Happens every year. People who wish to vend or promote
outside stuff should get in touch out of sheer good manners, but that's it.
late
July, 2011: 4th The Pirate
Festival
Milton, ONTARIO, CANADA
Location: Country Heritage Park, 8560 Tremaine Road Milton, Ontario
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
The MUD SHOW - what a good dirty show should be! The Captains Keg returns for a
second year, a party, on Saturday July 31st from 7PM until 11PM celebrating all
things piratical. A full days schedule of theatrical and musical entertainment.
Potential participants, more info: http://fairesintime.com
26th
July - 29th August, 2010: Pirate
Play Days
Chatham, Kent, UNITED KINGDOM
In the newly opened Courtyard, at Chatham
Historic Dockyard, for the duration of the school summer holidays, this
Pirate jamboree is for visitors of all ages with puppet shows, children’s
entertainers, arts and crafts, soft play, competitions and spectacular pirate
parades. Come dressed as a Pirate to add to the fun!
The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, Kent ME4 4TZ, England Info Line: +44 (0)1634
823807
July
29th through August 29th, 2010: The Pirates of Penzance
Walnut Creek, Yountville, Mountain View, San Francisco, Livermore, CALIFORNIA
Lamplighters Music Theatre opens it's 58th season with Gilbert & Sullivan’s
swashbuckling comedy The Pirates of Penzance. Wacky, irreverent, and as
entertaining today as it was when it first opened in 1879, Gilbert &
Sullivan's The Pirates Of Penzance follows the story of an orphan boy who was
mistakenly apprenticed to a pirate instead of a pilot. A hilarious farce
featuring sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dewy-eyed daughters, and an
eccentric Major General, and peppered with unforgettable melodies and
tongue-twisting songs such as I Am the Very Model of a Modern Major General and
Poor Wandering One, Pirates is one of the most popular operettas ever written.
Performance schedule:
Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, Single
tickets: $17 - $50 (includes $3 facility fee), Thursday July 29, 8pm, Friday
July 30, 8pm, Saturday July 31, 2pm & 8pm
Lincoln Theatre Napa Valley, 100 California Drive, Yountville, Single
tickets: $35 - $45
Saturday August 7, 8pm, Sunday August 8, 2pm
Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro Street, Mountain
View, Single tickets: $17 – 50 (includes $3 facility fee), Saturday August 14,
8pm, Sunday August 15, 2pm
Novellus Theater at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, 700 Howard Street,
San Francisco, Single tickets: $14 - 47, Thursday August 19, 8pm, Friday
August 20, 8pm, Saturday August 21, 2pm & 8pm, Sunday August 22, 2pm
Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Street, Livermore, Single tickets: $19.50 -
$43 (includes $2 facility fee), Friday August 27, 8pm, Saturday August 28, 2pm
& 8pm, Sunday August 29, 2pm
Go to www.lamplighters.org or call 415-227-4797 for more information. Joanne Kay
Press & Publicity Lamplighters Music Theatre 415-227-4797 415-896-2844 fax
Tickets: http://www.lamplighters.org/tickets.html
early August, 2011: 6th Annual The Pirates are Coming!
Weekend
Bald Head Island (mouth of Cape Fear River), NORTH CAROLINA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Old Baldy Foundation, the keepers of Old Baldy
Lighthouse will celebrate National Lighthouse Day with a pirate invasion. Events begin Friday, 1pm at the
lighthouse with pirate camp, pirate school, and a family treasure hunt. A
pirate flotilla invades Bald Head at 5:30pm, followed by a Pirate Pub Night. Join us at the lighthouse Saturday for all day
festivities (Scalaway School, Mike Noles "I'm a Pirate Artist" , live
music, and pirate demonstrations. Visit www.oldbaldy.org
or call 910-457-7481 for more info.
early
August, 2011: Bill
Johnston’s Pirates Days
Alexandria Bay, NEW YORK
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Welcome to Alexandria Bay, in the beautiful Thousand Islands, New York.
Alexandria Bay is home of Boldt Castle, situated on Heart Island, and the proud
home of the Famous “Bill Johnston’s Pirate Days”. Pirate Invasion, on both
Saturdays, Aug. 7 and 14th, at 2 pm. The following is a list of our 10 days
filled with family fun and special events. Our sword-fighting group, known as
“Tales from Remikreh”, will be performing throughout Alexandria Bay. Bill Johnston was a renegade
after the patriots war, who blew up the British steamer, Sir Robert Peel, hid
among the 1000 Islands, and was hunted by both U.S. and Canadian authorities.
The annual Bill Johnston's Pirates Days celebration commemorates some of his
exploits. Fill your senses with the sound and spectacle when pirate ships attack
the village from the St. Lawrence River, as the brave villagers try to stave
them off. The air is filled with smoke and the sound of musket fire and cannon,
and eventually the villagers succumb as the pirates invade the town. After the
mayor turns over the key to the village to the invading marauders, everyone
becomes a pirate.
Most events are free and for the enjoyment of the public.
Call the Chamber office for details at 800-541-2110.
early
August, 2011: Pirates
of the Erie Canal Weekend
Palmyra, NY
Time: Fri starts at dusk, Sat. & Sun. 10 am - 4 pm.
The weekend starts with a free show of Goonies at dusk in the
village park on Friday, 8/6. It continues with a series of events beginning at
10 AM and continuing through the day, ending with a family musical event at the
canal and then an adult costume party at a local restaurant on Saturday. Sunday
is kids day with treasure hunts, canal boat rides, climbing wall, pirate puppy
parade and kids games, 10 AM - 4 PM. Three days of fun, food, music including
all of the above plus * bed race regatta * specialty artisans & craft
vendors * Pirate kazoo band parade * windoe painting contest * dunking booth *
climbing wall * Shakespeare in the Park * canal boat rides * vintage canal boats
on display * wine tasting & farmers market * beer and sausage tasting
early
August, 2011: Buccaneer
Bash Weekend at Silver Leaf
Renaissance Faire
Battle Creek, MICHIGAN
Location: Kimball Pines Park, 1158 Michigan Ave E, Battle Creek, MI 49014
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Arr!! Treasure await you when you set sail for Silver Leaf! With special
performers: Pirate Shantyman and Bonnie Lass. Voicemail
Hotline: 269-343-9090
early
August, 2011: 5th Annual Michigan Pirate Festival
- Buccaneer Feast
Grand Haven, MICHIGAN
Location: Central Park, Next to the Loutit District Library
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Hosted by the Brethren
of the Great Lakes, the 4th annual Michigan Pirate Festival is set to be
better than ever. The fest will take place at Central Park and the Loutit
District Library in downtown Grand Haven, home of the Buccaneers! For
extensive schedule of events.
(stories, demos, arts and crafts, discussions, pirate invasion, weekend
festival.)
Email: info@brethrenofthegreatlakes.com
Brethren of the Great Lakes, 1805 N. Philip Rd, Niles, MI, 49120
mid
August, 2011: 6th Annual Pirates of Paynetown
Paynetown State Recreation Area at Monroe Lake, Bloomington,
INDIANA.
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Come join us for the 5th annual Pirates of Paynetown held on the sandy shores of
Lake Monroe, Indiana's largest inland lake. Pirates of Paynetown is a LIVING
HISTORY weekend designed to portray the historical seaports of the 18th century
and the world of "wayward seamen" as well as hardworking, honest Jack
Tars. Come experience a 10,000 acre lake with over a dozen historical boats of
all sizes, a cannon battery overlooking the bay, a sandy beach, and period
camping on a peninsula that is mostly shaded during the day! Demonstrators are
encouraged to show their maritime crafts (and will be pampered). Musicians are
welcome! We are encouraging British military units (Redcoats) to attend this
year to battle the pirates. Full scale sea-and-land battle both Saturday and
Sunday. Come enjoy the best pirate event in the Midwest! Historical accuracy is
strongly encouraged. No "polyester pirates" PLEASE! Pre-registration
deadline is June 1st. Go to: www.piratesofpaynetown.org to register
mid
August, 2011: Pyrate
Invasion
Beaufort, NORTH CAROLINA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Pyrates will soon be invading this seaport town and once again this historic
community will relive its past when Spanish privateers invaded the harbor in
August 1747. Now, centuries later, the old port town will be authentically
transformed while reliving the Pryate Invasion of its Colonial past. History
will again repeat itself when Capt. Sinbad and Crew will be defend the town from
the scallywags from Blackbeard’s Crew, Shadow Players, Braze, Devilmen of Cape
Fear and Carolina Black Flaggers. The pillage and plundering begins on the
afternoon of Friday, August 13. AFTERNOON The "Brethren of the Coast"
arrive at the Beaufort Historic Site to set up encampment. EVENING 5:00: Grog
with the Pirates Beaufort Historic Site 6:00: Grub with the Pirates Shrimp
Baskets & Hot Dogs (for sale) Beaufort Historic Site Special thanks to the
VFW/American Legion.
Saturday, August 14 is Pyrate Invasion Day featuring Capt. Horatio Sinbad and
Meka II. 10:00 am - Pirate Encampment Beaufort Historic Site. 1:00 pm - Pirate
Procession to the Waterfront Beaufort Historic Site - Front Street - Grayden
Paul Park The public is invited to participate and costumes are strongly
encouraged! 1:30 - 4:00 pm Invasion and Trials Reenactment Captured pyrates will
be escorted back to the Beaufort Historic Site to stand trial. 5:00 - 10:00 pm
Party with the Pirates Featuring live music, BBQ, grog & amusements Beaufort
Historic Site Grub: $16/Adults, $8/Children under 8 Grog: Cash Bar Special
thanks to Roland's BBQ.
For more information and schedule of all events, visit
www.beaufortpyrateinvasion.com or call 252.728-3917.
mid
August, 2011: 4th annual Pirate and Wenches
Fantasy Weekend
Rock Hall, MARYLAND
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Come by land or come by sea to the Town of Rock Hall, on the Isle of
DelMarVa,
for a Town Wide Theme Party you won't forget!
* Decorated Dinghy Flotilla & Race to the Beach with a Caribbean-Style Beach
Party
* Buccaneer's Ball
* Kid's Games, Crafts, Storytelling, Tattoos, and more
* On-Going Live Music & Street Performers
* Artisans and Crafters
* Sea Shanty Sing-a-long & Pub Crawl
* Plenty of Grub and Grog
* Music, Mayhem and More Surprises...
Pirates and Wenches Fantasy Weekend Presents the "Quest for Graybeard"
Decorated Dinghy Flotilla and Beach Plunder Race Saturday August 14th.
Caribbean-sytle Plunder Party on the Beach to follow GRUB, GROG, GIVEAWAYS AND
LIVE MUSIC. Calling all spectators! You won't want to miss this
event! Prizes will be given to the: - Best Decorated Boat - 1,2,3rd Ashore
- Scurviest Crew - Most Spirited Boat/Crew. Volunteers contact:
Suzanne (aka Callico Anne Read) 410-935-3491. Vendors, contact: Mark
Jacobs at mark@oystercourtgardens.com
or 443-336-2082.
mid
August, 2011: 15th Annual Walking the Plank
World Championships,
Queenborough Quay, Isle of Sheppey, Kent, UNITED KINGDOM.
Time: 2 pm
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Once again fearsome Captain Cutlass will be mooring his galleon the Salty Sea
Pig to hurl more landlubbers into Davy Jones' locker as they compete to become
the world's number one “planker.” Again they are appealing for “volunteers,”
or better still “nominations.” Each must hand over five gold doubloons (£5
at current exchange rates) for the privilege of being hurled into the briny at
the point of a sword. Last year 20 battled for the title which went to “ Mad
” Mike clinched it with the winning points with his almost legendary pogo
stick, while on fire jump! Judges mark contestants out of 10 in four categories:
1. use of piratical language; 2. originality of dress; 3. execution of jump,
including the crucial height of after-splash and 4. overall star quality known
as the R (aargh) Factor. The winner receives £100, a trophy, a certificate and
a case of Shepherd Neame Spitfire ale. The championships are sponsored by the
Rotary Club of Minster -on-Sheppey. Watching is free. Donations go to the Royal
National Lifeboat Institute. For details visit www.captaincutlass.com or call
07831 486436 for an entry form. Contact: John “Scurvy Dog” Nurden – mobile
07831 486436
late August, 2011: Port
Washington Maritime Heritage Festival
Port Washington, WISCONSIN
Time: Friday & Saturday 10 am-9 pm and Sunday 10 am-6 pm
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Featuring tall ships: Lynx, Roseway, Unicorn, Pride of Baltimore II, and
more. Tall ship tours & day sails ~ Classic Boat Show ~ Museum ~ Educational
activities ~ Kids' Tent ~ Artisans' market ~ Food ~ Live Music (Bounding Main
included) ~ Fireworks
Visit the Port Washington Pirate Festival booth and their crew in Rotary Park.
Info: 262-268-1132
late
August, 2011: Port
Washington Maritime Heritage Festival
Port Washington, WISCONSIN
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
A celebration of the maritime history of Port Washington is celebrated annually
during the Maritime Heritage Festival. Tall Ship tours are available for the ‘sailor’
in you! Fine food, refreshments; artisans and entertainment fill your day.
For more information:
Port Washington Maritime Festival
c/o Port Main Street Inc.
116 W.Grand Ave, Suite 205
Port Washington, WI 53074
Ph: 262-268-1132
late
August, 2011:
Pirates of the Delaware
Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANNIA
10am—4 pm
Location: Fort Mifflin
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
It's Pirate Day at the only fort in Philadelphia. Come enjoy a day of frolic and
merriment as we celebrate the castaways and hooligans that braved our shores
long, long ago. Have the kids search for buried treasure in on our manmade
beach. See 16th & 17th century weapons demonstrations and pirates by the
boatload attack the Fort common. Even a ship just off the port
main. And don't forget the sweet, pirate sounds and stories by the "Sea
Dogs" musical pirate group. Whether you're Captain Jack, Popeye the Sailor
or a landlubber you'll have a racking good time. General Gate Fees Apply.
Info: 215-685-4167
late
August, 2011: Pirate Invasion at the St Louis Science Center
St. Louis, MO
Time: 12-4 pm
Location: St. Louis Science Center
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Entertainers from St. Louis Pirate Festival will invade the Real Pirates
exhibition. Meet family-friendly costumed Pirates from St. Louis Pirate Festival
Have a FREE GoodEye Photoshare photo taken with a Pirate inside the exhibition
with a Real Pirates ticket purchase. Skits,sword-fights, and sea shanties!
Tickets subject to availability at ticketmaster.com or can be purchased on-site
while supplies last.
late
August, 2011: Pyrate
Invasion at the Pennsylvania Renaissance
Faire
Mt. Hope, PENNSYLVANIA
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
Mount Hope is swarming with rascals and rogues as Pyrates invade to share salty
sea tales and shanties. With treasure hunts and pyrate's gold to plunder, your
little sailor might get "hooked" on the Pyrate's Life! Pyrate School
for Nipperkins A chance for all young, would-be buccaneers to learn how to look
like a pyrate, talk like a pyrate, and brandish a sword like a pyrate. Suggested
for ages 11 and under. The Four Corners Pyrate Treasure Hunt A great pyrate
treasure is said to have been buried in Mt. Hope, and the Queen needs YOUR help
retrieving it. Visit the Children's Activities Information Booth inside the
Castle Gates, for you treasure map. After finding all the clues, proceed to the
Chess Board at 5 of the clock to speak th secret password and open the treasure
chest. Pyrate Invasion Weekend is located on the grounds of Mt. Hope Estate and Winery,
2775 Lebanon Rd. Manheim, PA 17545. (717) 665-7021
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August, 2011: 4th annual Pirate Weekend
at the Bristol Renaissance Faire
Tuxedo,, NEW YORK
Time: 10 am - 7 pm
Location: Sterling Forest,
600 Route 17A, Tuxedo, NY, 10987. Phone: 845-351-5171
[until we get updated information for 2011, here are details from the 2010 listing]
The 3rd Annual PIRATE INVASION WEEKEND is coming this August 28th & 29th,
2010! Join us for A Pirate Invasion like you've never experienced before!! You
will always find pirates at the Faire, but these two days there be EXTRA Pirate
Plunderin' with: * Special Guest Musical Performances by the Ramblin' Sailors! *
Kids can take part in Pirate Fight School! Pirate Games! Pirate Talkin'
Lessons!! * The Swashbuckling Sounds of The Crimson Pirates! * A Treasure Hunt!!
Costume Contests, prizes, and more ARRRGHHH than you have ever experienced
before! So join us!
August or September, 2011: Pyrate Daze
Long Beach, CALIFORNIA
[Plans are to hold this event every two years. Until we get updated information for
2011, here are details from the 2009 listing]
On Talk Like a Pirate Day weekend, pirates of all eras, from historical
buccaneers to Steampunk fantasy, will commandeer the Queen Mary ship in Long
Beach, CA. PYRATE DAZE is a new event, and will be a weekend of fun, music
(Rusty Cutlass, There Be Pirates!, Skip Henderson, and others),
dancing, celebrities, authors, vendors (including No
Quarter Given), presentations, workshops, and more. Pre-sale day
passes $20 per day. At the door: $25. (See below for the FULL
package deal).
Live Sea Battle and Pyro Show: The British Royal Marines
valiantly try to keep the pirates from invading the Queen Mary. Live sea battle with
cannons. All Pyrate Daze attendees will be able to watch the battle and
pyro show from the decks of the Queen Mary (included with your day pass).
OR ... book passage aboard the American Pride schooner to be in the midst of the
battle action (battle cruise $50)
Masquerade Ball and Dinner: A dinner and Masquerade Ball will be held on Saturday Night.
Headliner band is "Abney Park" (Airship Pirates). No tickets at
the door! MUST PURCHASE THE $80 PACKAGE tickets before Sept. 11 to attend
the Masquerade Ball and Abney Park concert (and these may well sell out EARLY -
so get yours now and have no regrets!). Package tickets include day passes
for the whole weekend along with admission to the Masquerade Ball and Dinner.
Pirate discounts for staying in historic cabins aboard the Queen Mary, and Queen Mary ghost tours.
FRIDAY NIGHT KICK-OFF CELEBRATIONS: Come early to Pyrate Daze. On
Friday night No Quarter Given will host our 15th Anniversary Deja Vu Party for
the West Coasters who couldn't attend the 15th Anniversary Party we held at NOLA
Pyrate Week. It will be held in the Jules Verne Observation Lounge. THERE
BE PYRATES will be entertaining us musically, and will be celebrating their new
CD release. Our NQG party is free, open to everyone, whether you have paid
memberships to Pyrate Daze or not. The vendors room will be open by
invitation only. Friday night party MySpace announcement: http://event.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=events.detail&eventID=512382.25368
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August, 2012 (Monday), "DAY
OF SYN"
Dymchurch, Kent, UNITED KINGDOM
[until we get updated information for 2012, here are details from the 2010 listing]
This event is set round the legend of Dr. Syn who was a vicar in Dymchurch but was also the infamous pirate Captain Clegg. There is normally a
Smuggler's Landing on Dymchurch Beach, events throughout the High Street in
Dymchurch, a parade and, finally, events held on a green by the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway.
Visit the website for contact phone numbers. This event takes place on a biennial
basis (on the even years) and is usually held during the August Bank Holiday weekend. (Check the website for details as they become available).
Cost is free.
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