Sail4th 250
America’s 250th anniversary will be celebrated in New York City with the largest-ever flotilla of tall ships from around the world, creating a majestic, nautical spectacle and an unforgettable once-in-a-generation event on land, sea and air.
What is Sail4th 250?
Between July 3 and July 9, 2026, the largest fleet of the world’s most magnificent tall and gray hull ships will sail into New York Harbor, pass in presidential review and salute the Statue of Liberty.
In the tradition of the 1976 Bicentennial, the Statue of Liberty Centennial in 1986, the Columbus Quincentennial in 1992, the Millennium celebration in 2000, and the Bicentennial of The Star-Spangled Banner in 2012, international fleets will arrive in grand style and spend a week in the heart of the nation’s first capital.
How to Experience Sail4th 250
Along with the majestic tall ships flotilla, Sail4th250 boasts a diverse schedule of events that include:
July 3-5: Spectator Anchorages Open
NY/NJ Harbor
Watch the International Naval Review and the Parade of Sail aboard your vessel by registering for a free spectator anchorage.
July 3: Sail4th 250 Parade of Class B Ships 1-3 pm
Class B tall ships from around the world will sail down the East River from Hell Gate Bridge to Sandy Hook, NJ.
July 4
Grand Review of Tall Ships at Governors Island
Governors Island, 9- 2pm
Take in sweeping panoramic views of the harbor as the Parade of Sail unfolds.
July 4
Sail4th 250 Parade of Tall Ships
Hudson River, 9:30 to 2pm
More than 30 tall ships from around the world will sail up the Hudson River from the Verrazzano Bridge to the George Washington Bridge.
July 5-7
11:30am – 4pm
Free Public Viewing of Sail4th 250 Tall Ships
Class A and Class B Tall Ships will be docked and open for public visitation along the NYC waterfront.
Some events require tickets. For more information, visit Sail4th.org for a full schedule of events.
When is Sail4th 250?
Sail4th 250 will take place between Friday, July 3 and Wednesday, July 8, 2026 in the New York Harbor. Tall Ship Tours will be held throughout the city July 5-7. General touring is from noon to 4 pm on most days.
Take Amtrak to the Sail4th 250
For Directions to Moynihan Train Station, click below.
Attend Sail4th 250 via Amtrak to the Moynihan Train Station—Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount! Mass transit is strongly encouraged for this event.