Firework Display To Celebrate 34 Years Of The Annual Norfolk Harborfest

Tall Ships are coming to Norfolk for the 34th Annual Harborfest! Experience three explosive days of free entertainment, fireworks displays, and Tall Ships! Harborfest kicks off Friday, June 11th at noon with the incredible Parade of Sail, as Tall Ships and a regatta of boats sail through the Elizabeth River.

Saturday and Sunday, visitors can climb aboard to explore these authentic tall ships and meet sailors from abroad. During your visit, be sure to check out the local artists and crafters while dining on fabulous cuisine and enjoying live entertainment! Harborfest will be in full swing Friday and Saturday from noon to 11 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. Attached are two sample itineraries for your review.

Highlights Include:

Fireworks Display: Friday and Saturday night, promptly at 9:30p.m.
Victory Rover Parade of Sail Cruise on Friday from 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m. Cost is $14 for Tour Operators.
Spirit of Norfolk Tall Ships Sightseeing Cruise on Friday. Boarding at 2:30p.m., Cruising from 3-5p.m.
Cost is $17 inclusive for Tour Operators. Includes light snacks and beverages accompanied by a complete narration of the tall ships
Tall Ship Visits: Available Saturday and Sunday Three stages of entertainment Friday through Sunday Future

Dates:

2011 I Thursday, June 9 – Sunday, June 12, 2011
2012 I Wednesday, June 6 – Tuesday, June 12, 2012 (OpSail 2012 VA National Tall Ship Event)
2013 I Thursday, June 6 – Sunday, June 9, 2013

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