Special Events

Special Event sail tickets are added regularly throughout the season as our schedules are confirmed. Our sail schedule is subject to change until a ticket is purchased. Please check back if you do not find an open availibility for the event you are interested in at this time.

Celtic Music Sunset Sail with Michael O’Leary & Friends
TBD

Craic* on deck! Join singer Michael O’Leary & Friends for a sailing céilidh of traditional tunes, songs ‘n sea shanties aboard the schooner Ardelle as she takes a sunset sail around beautiful Gloucester harbor. The seven musicians are an array of tune players and singers from Cape Ann, the North Shore and greater Boston. *Irish for Fun!

Father’s Day Sail
TBD

Happy Father’s Day! Fathers sail free when accompanied by the purchaser of one full priced ticket. Limit one dad per full priced ticket purchase. Cannot be combined with other offers/discounts.

Cape Ann Circumnavigation Sail
TBD

These full day sails are perfect for those who would like to spend the day sharing sea stories, viewing the diverse land and seascapes of Cape Ann, seeing lighthouses, or just relaxing out on the water. If time allows we will stop in at Rockport for some time ashore or sail into the hole-in the wall at Lane’s Cove. Circumnavigation trips depart from Maritime Gloucester at 8am and return at 3pm (plus or minus) and offer those who come along a chance to really enjoy the Ardelle on an extended trip!
If the weather allows we will circumnavigate Cape, if not, we will head down to some other coastal community or off shore for a whale watch. Bring a picnic lunch and we will provide coffee and donuts and a lot of fun! Adults (16+) only.

Sunset History Sails with Local Historian Justin Demetri
TBD

Join us for an evening of sea stories as we explore the history of Gloucester’s iconic working waterfront with local historian and author Justin Demetri.
Growing up “Down the Fort” in one of the many families that comprised Gloucester’s Italian fishing fleet, Justin spent his childhood among the fishermen, the boats and the wharves. Justin’s friendship with author and historian Joseph E. Garland sparked his love of writing, and appreciation for the special place he still calls home. Justin holds a degree in Cultural Anthropology from the University of Massachusetts/Boston and is the Historian at Maritime Gloucester. 

3rd of July Fireworks Cruise
TBD

Enjoy the spectacular Gloucester Fireworks from a front row seat aboard the Schooner Ardelle!