# Event Details - **Event Name**: Parade of Sail Reservation On The 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 am – Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 am (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Step On Board and Sail on The Official Tall Ship of Texas for the Festival Kick-OffAbout this EventPortsmouth is an official Affiliate Harbor to Sail Virginia℠ 2026, the Greater Virginia event of the national Sail250® celebration. Portsmouth’s historic waterfront will come alive with visiting Tall Ships, public ship tours, live music, family-friendly activities, and cultural programming. Whether you’re visiting from across the region or right here at home, Portsmouth offers a front-row seat to this once-in-a-generation maritime event. The 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA sets sail for Yorktown as part of her Sail 250 voyage, marking a first-time appearance at this historic port. This arrival offers a rare opportunity to experience a living piece of maritime heritage up close, with deck tours inviting visitors on board to explore her craftsmanship, stories, and enduring legacy.It's your opportunity to step on board the Official Tall Ship of Texas with a reservation to participate in the festival's parade of sail kick-off. Don't miss out on this history-making moment! Your ticket directly supports this historic vessel and its maritime history programming.SAILING DETAILS COMING SOON!ABOUT THE 1877 TALL SHIP ELISSA, THE OFFICIAL TALL SHIP OF TEXAS | Galveston Historical Foundation brought ELISSA, an 1877 square-rigged iron barque, from a scrapyard in Piraeus Harbor, Greece to Galveston to begin restoration work in 1978. By 1982, GHF staff and volunteers completed restoration and transformed this rare, historic vessel into a floating museum that would actively sail. Today, the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA is one of only three ships of her kind in the world to still actively sail and welcomes over 40,000 visitors annually. She also serves as the Official Tall Ship of Texas, a National Historic Landmark, and a symbol of the Gulf Coast’s historic beginnings as a seaport and active waterfront.ABOUT GALVESTON 250 | As part of Galveston 250’s voyage, ELISSA will make strategic port calls en route to Sail 250 celebrations, engaging a series of high-visibility maritime markets. ELISSA’s presence at Sail 250 not only elevates Galveston’s national profile during this milestone celebration, but also reinforces the importance of preserving authentic historic vessels as active, experiential storytellers—linking past innovation, resilience, and international exchange port celebration audiences. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/parade-of-sail-reservation-on-the-1877-tall-ship-elissa/100001987474298127 - **Event Categories**: Festivals, Music, Entertainment, Sports - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 522.95, max: 522.95, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Portsmouth - **state**: VA - **country**: United States - **location**: Water Street - **lat**: 36.83599299999999 - **long**: -76.2967544 - **full address**: Water Street, 2 High St, Portsmouth, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Parade of Sail Reservation On The 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/f4d580526fccfe96a202cc8e9291e09d5aedfc93b918da024d32997e334a48f3-rimg-w1200-h600-dcfefefe-gmir.jpg?v=1776269813 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Parade of Sail Reservation On The 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA being held? - **A:** Parade of Sail Reservation On The 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA takes place on Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 am to Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 am at Water Street, 2 High St, Portsmouth, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Parade of Sail Reservation On The 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA? - **A:** Tickets for Parade of Sail Reservation On The 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA are priced at USD 523 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityRSVPUSD 523 + USD 23 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Parade of Sail Reservation On The 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA? - **A:** Parade of Sail Reservation On The 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA is organized by Galveston Historical Foundation. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Parade of Sail Reservation On The 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Portsmouth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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