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Kids & Family

Pirate Festival returns to West Sayville!

Grab yer little swashbucklers and seafarin' scoundrels and prepare to have the time of yer life!

The fifth annual Pirate Festival descends on the Long Island Maritime Museum Father’s Day weekend. A Newsday “Best Bet” , the event will feature live entertainment and historical reenactments by professional pirate troupes from up and down the east coast. The family friendly festival continues to grow in scope and attractions include famous pirate “Billy Bones” and his hysterical Pirate School. Of course there will be pirate costume contests, treasure hunts, live music, a variety of food options and a thieves market incorporating pirate and nautical themed craft vendors.

Admission is $8.00 per person, and is free for children ages 5 and under.

Musuem is located at 88 West Avenue, West Sayville, NY  11796

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For more information visit www.thepiratefestival.org or call 631.854.4974.

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