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April 19, 2024 April 28, 2024
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2:00 PM – 9:00 PM CRIC 2024 HQ & WELCOME CENTER at the Key West Historic Seaport, foot of Elizabeth & Greene. The place to visit to pick up your “OFFICIAL Conch Republic” Citizen Passports, Souvenirs, Merchandise, Event Tickets, and Complimentary CRIC 2024 Program Guide.
DAY & SUNSET SAILS, SNORKEL & DIVE TRIPS, PARASAILING & MORE
Take to the sea aboard a majestic schooner, including Danger, When & If, Malabar X, Jolly II Rover, Spirit of Independence & America, luxury catamaran Argo Navis or Sloop High Tide.
Book passage with Danger Charters, Sunset Sail Key West, Fury Catamarans, Sunset Watersports, Sebago, Barefoot Billy’s Watersports, Jolly II Rover, and Spirit of Independence online.
FRIDAY, APRIL 19th
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
CONCHY BEACH CLEANUP across from Salute! On the Beach, 1000 Atlantic Blvd. Sponsored by the CR Green Ops & Key West Ploggers and Help Keep the Conch Republic Beautiful! For more info, visit CityOfKeyWest-Fl.gov or DM Plogging in the Keys. FREE.
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
OPENING CEREMONY & RAISING OF THE COLORS at Mallory Square, 400 Wall St. This light-hearted ceremony celebrates the 42nd anniversary of our independence. Ceremony includes the CR Pledge of Allegiance, Battle Hymn & Conch Shell-Horn Salute.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20th
**NEW EVENT** 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
1ST Annual CONCH REPUBLIC PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT at the Higg’s Beach. Sponsored by Sobek Pickleball Academy and Key West First Legal Rum Distillery. Stay tuned for more details!
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
CONCH CRAWL BAR STROLL, RUM SALUTE & DISTILLERY TOUR through Old Town. Learn how rum is distilled and visit storied saloons. Tickets include a Conch Crawl tee-shirt (while supply lasts) and a drink at each stop. For more info, call: 305 509 9775.
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
40TH Annual CR DRAG RACES ON DUVAL at Bourbon Street Pub, 724 Duval St. Don your high heels & best frock and enter… or cheer on the hottest drag queens as they go heel to heel for a series of races & obstacle courses. For more info, call: 305 747 0343.
SUNDAY, APRIL 21st
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
JAZZ IN THE GARDENS HOTEL, 526 Angela St. The d’vine Wine Gallery, set amongst an enchanting tropical garden, is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine while listening to great live music with world renowned jazz artists. For more info, visit: GardensHotel.com. FREE (Cash Bar). MONDAY, APRIL 22nd
5:00PM-7:00 PM
CONCH REPUBLIC K-9 MUSTER. (not confirmed)
TUESDAY APRIL 23rd
5:00 PM – 6:00PM
42ND INDEPENDENCE DAY CEREMONY at USCGC INGHAM Museum Ship Truman Waterfront Pier, Foot of Southard. Celebrate with CR Military Brass and Dignitaries. Live music with Sir CW Colt. Sponsored by Key West First Legal Rum Distillery and TikiManRadio.com. FREE (Cash Bar).
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
CONCH REPUBLIC MILITARY MUSTER & CONCH-TAIL PARTY aboard USCGC INGHAM Museum Ship, Truman Waterfront. Bend elbows with CR Military Admirals, Generals, Ambassador & Island Dignitaries. Sip Truth Serum and enjoy an “Auborne Skies.”
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
MANDATORY CAPTAINS’ MEETING CR NAVAL PARADE, USCGC Ingham Meet with event organizers to review pre-parade staging and line up and pick up complimentary CR flags from Secretary of State, CDRE James Gilleran, CRN. FREE (Cash Bar).
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24th
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
HOT HAVANA NIGHT DANCE PARTY WITH CARIBE OF KEY WEST Location TBA. Salsa the night away and enjoy RUM and set ups. Bid on authentic Cuban Treasure, enjoy Cuban Cuisine and cigars under the stars. THURSDAY, APRIL 25TH
**NEW EVENT** 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
CR FARMERS MARKET at Truman Waterfront Park, foot of Southard St. Shop fresh produce, specialty foods, unique handmade arts & crafts. Enjoy live music at the TikiMan.com Tent. For more info, visit: KeysArtisanMarket.com FREE
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
PARADE PRE-PARTY & CR MILITARY COMMISSIONING CEREMONY, at The Mansion on the Sea, 1400 Duval St. Mingle with Admirals, Generals, Pirates and Parade Participants. Enjoy live music and celebratory libations with a spectacular ocean view.
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
DUVAL STREET MILE FUN RUN Sprint the length of paradise, from the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico. Let’s see who’s faster, the Navy, the Coast Guard, or Air Force. Find out which bar staff is the swiftest afoot, which fitness center is the fittest, and which class of students can step the liveliest.
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
WORLD’S LOOOOONGEST PARADE on Duval. This world-famous, quirky, and colorful parade celebrates our CR Independence and runs from the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico, ending at Schooner Wharf Bar, KW Historic Seaport.
Come early and meet parade participants and their unique & quirky modes of transport. Parade musters at 7:00 PM. FREE
9:00 PM – LATE
PARADE AFTER-PARTY & AWARDS CEREMONY, at Schooner Wharf Bar, ‘Official CRIC 2024 Party Headquarters,’ 202 William St., Historic Seaport. Dance to great live music under the stars, mingle with CR Dignitaries & Military High Command, Pirates & Patriots.
Parade prizes for Best “Conch-cept,” Most Original & Most Creative parade entries. For info, visit SchoonerWharf.com. FREE (Cash Bar.)
FRIDAY, APRIL 26TH
7:00 PM
42ND Annual CR INDEPENDENCE NAVAL PARADE, in Key West Harbor. Watch the majestic CR Naval Fleet, Privateers, Charter Boats, and Private vessels sail past Mallory Square Sunset Celebration, then cheer them on as they ready themselves for battle.
View from shore, book passage on a passenger boat for the parade, or join the parade in your own vessel,
decked out with colorful Conch Republic flags and celebrate 42 Years of FUN-Dependence at sea! FREE.
7:00 PM
42nd Annual REENACTMENT OF THE GREAT SEA BATTLE OF THE CONCH REPUBLIC, In, alongside and above Key West Harbor the Battle is a highlight of our celebration. This large scale, hilarious harbor battle pits the CR’s Military Forces (Air Force, Army & Navy), along with CR Privateers of all shapes and sizes, against their valiant foe – non-other than a United States Coast Guard Cutter. Sponsored Conch Republic Military Forces, USCG Station Key West & TikiManRadio.com
Best viewing at Mallory Square Sunset Celebration. FREE (Cash Bar.)
8:00 PM – LATE
42nd Annual “SURRENDER CEREMONY & VICTORY PARTY” CONCH REPUBLIC SEA BATTLE at Schooner Wharf Bar, ‘Official CRIC 2024 Party Headquarters,’ 202 William St., Historic Seaport. Witness the hilarious ‘Tongue-in-Cheek’ Surrender Ceremony of the US Coasties, to the CR Armed Forces – “A Farce to be Reckoned With!” For more info, visit: SchoonerWharf.com. FREE (Cash Bar).
SATURDAY, APRIL 27TH
**NEW EVENT** 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
1st Annual Conch Republic Commotion on the Ocean Amateur Boxing Match, (location TBA.) Hosted by Key West Police Activities Leauge, proceeds benefit Key West Police Activities League (PAL.) Stay tuned for more info.
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
4th Annual Conch Crawl Bar & PUP Stroll (stay tuned for more info)
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
42nd Annual CONCH REPUBLIC BLUE RIBBON BED RACES, 801 Duval St. Said to be “The most fun you can have with your clothes on,” this zany race takes place on Duval between Olivia and Southard. Put together your own team and decorate a bed to compete for prizes in this hilarious race.
Come early to meet the teams and stroll the crazy, colorful beds competing for the ‘BLUE RIBBON.’ Proceeds benefit Key West’s Sister Season, “Locals Helping Locals.” Registration at 1 PM, Race at 3 PM, Awards Ceremony at 5 PM. For more info, visit: SisterSeason.org.
7:00 – 8:00 PM
39th ANNUAL “SCHOONER WHARF WRECKERS CUP RACE SERIES” CAPTAINS’ MEETING at Schooner Wharf Bar, ‘Official CRIC 2024 Party Headquarters,’ 202 William St., KW Historic Seaport. Mandatory meeting for April 28 race in the Sail Loft. To sign up, or for more info, visit: SchoonerWharf.com. FREE (Cash Bar).
7:00 PM
37th Annual PIRATE BALL & COSTUME CONTEST at Schooner Wharf Bar, ‘Official Party Headquarters,’ 202 William St., Key West Historic Seaport. Yo Ho Ho! And a Bottle of Rum – It’s a Pirate’s Life for You!
Witness swashbuckling sword play, enjoy sea shanties. Live Music, food & drink, For more info, SchoonerWharf.com. FREE (Cash Bar).
SUNDAY, APRIL 28TH
**NEW EVENT** 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
KEY WEST ARTISAN MARKET at Higgs Beach, 1801 White St. Where the locals meet to shop local artists, specialty food vendors, and enjoy live music. FREE. For more info, visit: KeysAritisanMarket.com.
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
39th Annual Schooner Wharf WRECKERS RACE SERIES CUP RACE SERIES to Sand Key Lighthouse with the Schooner Wharf Wreckers Fleet. Or enter your own vessel in the final race of the 2020 season!
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Jazz in the Gardens Hotel for the Conch Republic, 526 Angela Street. The d’vine Wine Gallery is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine while listening to some great live music with world renowned jazz artists. For more info, visit: GardensHotel.com. FREE (Cash Bar.)
7:00 PM
37th Annual SCHOONER WHARF WRECKERS RACE SERIES CUP “AWARDS PARTY AND CEREMONY, at Schooner Wharf Bar, ‘Official Party Headquarters,’ 202 William St., KW Historic Seaport. View video of the race while enjoying a BBQ dinner and live music.
https://conchrepublic.com/events/
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April 25, 2024 April 28, 2024
The Pirate Adventure 2024 invites you to the story of the 10. Anniversary of the event to the Eifel. The concept was adapted to the changed market needs.
Attention: Watch early bird actions!
Tickets from 5 – 99 years from 5.00 € (plus VAT) Vvk fees)
What is the pirate adventure:
The pirate adventure focuses on large and small pirates. There will be something for everyone. Here visitors are invited to become part of the action. Large and small guests learn a lot about life on land and at sea. The programme includes, among other things, Pirate camps, action shows, storytellers, artists, live music, puppetry, real mermaid, hands-on activities and more.
The pirate adventure offers what your heart desires to immerse yourself in a time for a few hours, or the whole weekend, when men were made of iron and wooden ships.
https://piraten-abenteuer.de/cms2/
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April 25, 2024 April 28, 2024
The Friends of Fort Frederick State Park and the staff of Fort Frederick State Park are pleased to host the 28th annual 18th Century Market Fair. The public are welcome Thursday, April 25 through Sunday, April 28. Public hours are: Thursday through Saturday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Participant registration will begin on Wednesday morning, April 24th. See the Event Information 2024 document on this website for gate hours. VOLUNTEERS:
Market Fair volunteers please read the 2024 notice to Volunteers AUCTION to be held on Saturday!
Come to historic Fort Frederick, an original stone fort built in 1756 during the French and Indian War and travel back in time to an authentic 18th century market fair. A whiff of campfires fills the air. Colorful entertainers are found strolling about the fair. There are over 100 sutlers (period vendors) selling 18th century wares: pottery, tin and copper ware, clothing, material and patterns, books, fireplace and cooking hardware, flintlock muskets and accoutrements, horn wares, paintings and prints, lanterns and other camp gear, etc. Blanket trading is conducted in the camper area. See hundreds of fair-goers of all ages dressed in colonial clothing: artisans, soldiers, ladies & gentlemen, Native Americans, longhunters, traders, servants, etc. Free entertainment for all. The Fair is open to sutlers, traders, street vendors and entertainers as well as individuals, groups, military units and American Indians portraying the appropriate time period and geographic area, representing eastern North America from 1730 through 1790.
The Fair is a Juried Event for camper and sutlers, but open daily to all visitors.
Attending Market Fair is a wonderful way to increase ones knowledge of the period, particularly the French and Indian War period, and the role that historic Fort Frederick played in that conflict and in protecting the Maryland frontier in general https://friendsoffortfrederick.info/market_fair.html
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April 26, 2024 April 28, 2024
Fort King George - Built in 1721. excerpt from the state website:
This event strives for historical accuracy to the date 1721. It's a colonial period sailors and nautical event, which differs from previous Pyracy.com sponsored events in that you must make a sincere effort to look the part of a sailor in the year 1721 (who may also happen to be thieves and scoundrels, but dont advertise themselves as such).
The fort's management requires a high degree of historical accuracy for this event.
There is a thread started in the Pyracy forum for general information, questions and request to participate. All participants must be pre-registered and will be vetted for historical accuracy.
https://pyracy.com/forum/291-1721-fort-king-george/
excerpt from the state website:
"This is the oldest English fort remaining on Georgia's coast. From 1721 until 1736, Fort King George was the southern outpost of the British Empire in North America. A cypress blockhouse, barracks and palisaded earthen fort were constructed in 1721 by scoutmen led by Colonel John “Tuscarora Jack” Barnwell. For the next seven years, His Majesty’s Independent Company garrisoned the fort. They endured incredible hardships from disease, threats of Spanish and Indian attacks, and the harsh, unfamiliar coastal environment. After the fort was abandoned, General James Oglethorpe brought Scottish Highlanders to the site in 1736. The settlement, called Darien, eventually became a foremost export center of lumber until 1925.
Using old records and drawings, this 18th century frontier fortification on the Altamaha River has been reconstructed for public tours. Structures include a blockhouse, officers' quarters, barracks, a guardhouse, moat and palisades. A museum and film cover the Guale Indians, the Santo Domingo de Talaje mission, Fort King George, the Scots of Darien and 19th century sawmilling when Darien became a major seaport. In addition to the many fort buildings, remains of three sawmills and tabby ruins are still visible."
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April 27, 2024 April 28, 2024
Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds
Pirates Parlay Chesapeake
Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds
April 27 and 28, 2024
Gates 11:30AM to 9PM Sat / 11:30 Am to 7:00 PM Sun Family-Friendly Event
Festival proceeds support SPCA of AA County Help support the Anne Arundel County SPCA with Two Days of Pirate Adventure with Pirate Encampments, Live Mermaids, Magic, Music, and Mayhem! Portion of the Proceeds benefiting the SPCA Beginning with Pirates on Parade at 10 AM Saturday morning, join us for a great family-friendly festival with a large Kids Zone that includes rides, carnival games, a petting zoo, and interactive creations with the Chesapeake Children’s Museum. Meet Captain Jack and venture into the Pirate room. Sing along with our pirate crews at the Pirate Ship Stage, Pirates of Fortune's Folly and more! Signature Kraken Rum Drinks, Pirate Island Pale, and Heavy Seas Beer. Local and regional food trucks and vendors, Glass blowing, Blacksmith displays and LIVE CANONS The older crew can enjoy 40 vendors of food and merch, arts and history displays by local museums, and more. Strolling artists include jugglers, stilt walkers, magicians, and dancers. Our 1,000-gallon live mermaid tank will surely be a hit again this year. On-stage entertainment each day on stage including Pirate Shanty music, Tales from the seas and Steel Drum Music, Comedy, Magic, and more. For 2023 we welcome The Reagan Years on Sunday and Sugar Jack on Saturday. Saturday goes out with a bang as we bring back our fireworks display that was such a blast in 2022! Facebook
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April 27, 2024 April 28, 2024
There will be live blacksmith and cannon demonstrations as visitors explore a pirate encampment, sing of sea and lasses, and take part in a town-wide treasure hunt
https://www.facebook.com/PiratesInvadeYorktown/
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April 27, 2024 April 28, 2024
Our waterfront farmers market is one of the most unique in Hampton Roads—offering spectacular views of the York River, food trucks, and a variety of vendors and artists! Shop for seasonal produce, fresh seafood, meats, breads, handmade soaps and candles, honey, gourmet dog treats, and a beautiful display of work from local artists.
Our award-winning market is now available year-round with the addition of winter markets on select Saturdays in February and March. We know the weather is unpredictable, so in the case of inclement weather, just as during the regular season, the market will move to the lower level of the Water Street Parking Terrace.
The 2024 regular season kicks off on April 13 and runs every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.* through the end of October (except May 4 & 5). Be on the lookout for several extended markets with fun family-friendly themes, especially during the holidays! *Unless otherwise indicated
Save the Dates for Our Special Themed Markets
April 27-28: Pirate Invasion Market (8 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
https://www.visityorktown.org/225/Market-Days
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April 27, 2024 06:00 PM April 28, 2024 01:00 AM
2024 Pirates & Boots Festival
🌴 Ahoy, mateys! Get ready for a swashbuckling adventure at the Pirates & Boots Festival, where we'll celebrate our vibrant bayou heritage and support a fantastic cause! Join us on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the Houma Downtown Marina for a day of high-energy fun and community spirit. 🏴☠️⚓️
🌟 This lively event aims to raise funds to further the mission of Keep Terrebonne Beautiful, an organization dedicated to empowering the citizens of Terrebonne Parish. Together, we can take personal responsibility to prevent litter and beautify our beloved parish. Let's make a lasting impact!
🎉 Get ready for an action-packed day filled with thrilling activities that will ignite your adventurous spirit. From live pirate performances to mesmerizing boot-stomping music, we have something for everyone. Here's a taste of what's in store:
🏴☠️ Live Pirate Shows: Watch fearless buccaneers engage in swashbuckling sword fights, hunt for hidden treasures, and captivate you with their mesmerizing tales of the high seas!
🥾 Boot-Scootin Music: Feel the rhythm in your bones as our talented local bands take the stage, delivering foot-stomping melodies that will have you dancing the day away.
🛍️ Local Artisans & Vendors: Explore a bustling marketplace where local artists and craftsmen display their unique creations. Find that perfect piece to take home and support our talented community.
🍔 Delectable Eats: Satisfy your appetite with a mouthwatering selection of food trucks serving up delicious local cuisine. From Cajun classics to seafood delights, your taste buds are in for a treat!
🎢 Kids' Corner: Bring the little ones along for a day of laughter and joy. Our dedicated kids' area features face painting, inflatables, and interactive games, ensuring endless smiles for the young pirates in training!
🌺 Bayou Beautification: Learn about environmental initiatives and discover practical ways to make a positive impact on our surroundings. Together, we can create a greener, cleaner, and more beautiful Terrebonne Parish.
🌊 Let's come together as a community, dressed in our best pirate and boot-themed attire, to raise funds for Keep Terrebonne Beautiful. Your participation and support will go a long way in preserving our Bayou heritage and making a difference for generations to come.
🎟️ Admission to the Pirates & Boots Festival is FREE! Mark your calendars, gather your crew, and join us on April 27, 2024, at the Houma Downtown Marina. This is an event you won't want to miss! https://allevents.in/houma/2024-pirates-and-boots-festival/200024702539850
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9
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April 28, 2024 09:00 PM
Do you love singing Shanties, or listening to them?
Then come and exercise your lungs!
The Bluebell, Castle St, Conwy, 2pm, Sunday 28th April
Free Entry, Great Food, Great Entertainment, Whats not to like!!
Hosted by the Quayside Buccaneers
https://www.facebook.com/ConwyPirateFest
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