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See all the Tall Ships open for public boarding!

Departure Day: On Thursday, July 16 the ships will depart Boston on their own schedules and throughout the day. There is no Parade of Sail or official schedule of these departures.

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The Tall Ships Return to Boston Harbor for Sail Boston®

July 11 – 16, 2026

This spectacular event offers crews, cadets and visitors from all over the world an unforgettable experience and a world-class maritime celebration. Come and see why Tall Ships America named Boston its 2009 and 2017 Port of the Year.

Sail250 Logo | 1776–2026

Boston is an official port of Sail250®, a global gathering of tall ships and military ships to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States.