Sail 250 New Orleans
Date: 28 May 2026 – 1 June 2026
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Organizer: Sail 250 New Orleans / Port of New Orleans
Sail 250 New Orleans runs May 27 – June 1, 2026, with the largest-ever flotilla of tall ships and international naval vessels along the Mississippi River, marking America's 250th anniversary. New Orleans is the first port of call. Programme includes Parade of Sail on May 28, free public ship tours daily 10am-5pm, fireworks on May 30, Blessing of the Fleet, and a seafood cook-off.
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