Sail Yorktown Festival

Sail Yorktown Festival

York County

Sail Yorktown Festival • June 12–14 • Throughout Historic Yorktown and on the Yorktown Battlefield

Embark on an unforgettable adventure as tall ships and military vessels sail into the York River for free deck tours, living history, family fun, music and more—all to commemorate America’s 250th!

Colonial National Historical Park is proud to partner with York County to bring you an experience you won’t want to miss.

FRIDAY, JUNE 12
9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Parade of Sail on York River
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Opening Ceremony at Riverwalk Landing Stage
12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Activities and programs

SATURDAY, JUNE 13
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.   Activities and programs
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra concert at the Victory Monument

SUNDAY, JUNE 14
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.    Activities and programs

Highlights Include:

• Revolution on Main: Enjoy ranger led, hands on activities for all ages.
• Living History Encampments: Meet living historians and explore Revolutionary War soldier life.
• Cannon & Musket Demonstrations: Feel the boom with musket demos near Nelson House and cannon demos near the Visitor Center.
• Historic Houses & Special Exhibits: Visit Nelson House, Swan Tavern, Moore House, and Poor Potter; enjoy demonstrations in pottery, tea making and more.
• VA250 Mobile Museum: Discover Virginia’s role in the nation’s 250th through this traveling exhibit parked at the Visitor Center.

Bring the whole crew—let history set sail!

For a complete list of activities, FAQs, and parking information, please visit: https://visityorktown.org/821/Sail-Yorktown-Festival

We'll SEA you there!

 

Yorktown Sail Festival, June 12-14, 2026.

York County