Captain Kidd's Pirate Day
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Special Event
Join the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation for a family-friendly event inspired by Delaware’s infamous Captain Kidd on our shipyard campus and inside our Copeland Maritime Center. Dress as your favorite pirate if you dare!
Activities will include:
- Cannon Demonstrations
- Pirate Crafts and Treasure Hunts
- Face Painting
- Food Trucks
Fees
Free Admission and parking. Fees apply for some activities.
Location
Kalmar Nyckel Foundation, Copeland Maritime Center, 1124 East 7th Street, Wilmington, DE 19801
Schedule
Date:
May 23, 2026
Time:
12:30 PM
Duration:
4 hours
Kalmar Nyckel ship tours from 12:30-4:00pm
Event Type
- Children’s Program
- Partner Program
Tags:
pirate, activities for kids, maritime, tall ship, kalmar nyckel, delaware, delaware history