SAIL250 Parade of Tall Ships Viewing & Post Parade Party

Location of First Landing State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Entrance to Main Boardwalk
Main Park Address: First Landing State Park, 2500 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23451.

When

June 19, 2026. 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

"The year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding in 1776 – The United States of America’s Semiquincentennial. For this milestone occasion, a fleet of the world’s most magnificent international tall ships and military ships, in an epic peacetime gathering, will sail into the port of Virginia as part of Sail250® America."

Come watch the parade of international tall ships and military ships as they sail out of the Lynnhaven, past the shores of First Landing State Park. Bring your own chair!

Rangers and local community partners will have programs after the parade so stick around for some fun nautical activities!

https://sail250virginia.com/Trip-Planner#virginiaschedule

About VA250

Experience history where it happened! Virginia State Parks’ VA250 programs bring America’s founding ideals to life through hands-on adventures and stories that sparked a revolution and shaped a nation. Make your next park visit a celebration of 250 years of freedom and discovery.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-412-2300
Email Address: firstlanding@dcr.virginia.gov