Sail 4th 250 Tall Ships in Brooklyn – what you need to know
New York City will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a massive flotilla of international tall ships visiting the Brooklyn waterfront from July 3 to 7, 2026.
The Sail4th 250 celebrations begin on July 3 with the Class B Parade of Sail, visible from Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO between 1 PM and 3 PM. On July 4, a larger fleet of Class A ships will sail up the Hudson River for a presidential review. While these ships may be visible from the Heights, viewing is expected to be clearer from Governors Island and Red Hook.
From July 5 to 7, several international vessels will dock at Brooklyn Bridge Park for free public tours. Participating ships include the Sagres (Portugal) at Pier 1 and the Mircea (Romania) at Pier 5. Tours run from 12 PM to 6 PM, and while free, reservations are strongly recommended. Note that guests must be age five or older to board, and closed-toe shoes are required.
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