# Event Details - **Event Name**: Opening Day on the Bay 2026 - Sail aboard Schooner Freda B - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 10:15 am – Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for Opening Day on the SF Bay festivities, including the parade and blessing of the fleet. Lunch is included with tickets!About this EventOpening Day is an annual celebration of the maritime community on the San Francisco Bay, dating back to 1917. Local sailors festoon their vessels and come together for various traditions, including the blessing of the fleet and parade along the San Francisco waterfront.Join us aboard Schooner Freda B for all the festivities! Our signature Gourmet Picnic Lunch is included in the ticket price.Schooner Freda B is a sea kind 80' gaff rigged coastal schooner, making her one of the San Francisco Bay's most comfortable and traditional vessels to sail. Experience the romance of yesteryear with a local, licensed captain and professional crew.ScheduleBoarding: 10:15 amDeparture: 10:30 amReturn: 2:00 pmOn Deck Bar and ProvisionsCalifornia Beer: $ 8 per canHouse Bubbles and Mimosas: $12 per glassNapa / Sonoma / Import Wine: $14 per glassAdult Coffee or Hot Chocolate: $14 per mugSalt Point Cocktails: $14 per canPremium Non-Alcoholic: $5 per bottle/can/mugWe accept cash, credit cards, and Apple/Google Pay. No outside beverages are permitted aboard. We encourage our guests to support local SAUSALITO RESTAURANTS before boarding or upon return.Location and ParkingPlease plan on arriving early to find parking and the boat."" is searchable on Google/Apple Maps. That is the location for boarding in Sausalito, and Uber/Lyft can drop off there.For parking, we recommend the municipal lots surrounding Sausalito Yacht Harbor. Parking cost is per hour, and Parking Lot #3 (searchable on Maps) usually has the most space. "Sausalito Books by the Bay" at 100 Bay Street is a central address for parking.For the closest parking, take a right at 100 Bay Street and park in spaces 1113-1159 (within "Tour Bus Parking Lot").Once parked, walk north towards The Spinnaker restaurant. You'll soon come across a wooden boardwalk that leads to our dock (Slip 465). Look for the two red masts!If you are lost, search "Schooner Freda B" on any Maps app. Or, see your ticket confirmation for the "boat phone" number to call.SAUSALITO DIRECTIONSWhat to WearSailing on the San Francisco Bay offers ever-changing views and exciting microclimates. Weather can change in a minute. Windbreaker, warm base layer, gloves, hat, scarf, sunglasses, and comfortable shoes are strongly encouraged. NO HIGH HEELS!!RestroomFreda B has a restroom on board. The restroom is available one at a time. Prior to sailing, we recommend the on-shore facilities (link) near municipal parking lot #2.TicketsAdvanced reservation is required for all passengers, including babes in arms. Passengers 17 and under must be accompanied and always supervised by an adult. All tickets must be purchased in advance, and full contact information is required for all passengers.Tickets are transferable up to 48 hours prior to sail. A new name and contact information associated with the ticket are required.Groups of 6 or moreGroups of 6 or more are encouraged to consider a private charter on San Francisco Bay:CIMBA - 32' Grand Banks, downtown Sausalito, 2-10 guestsFREDA B - 80' Schooner, downtown Sausalito, 2-38 guestsFor Your SafetyFreda B is a United States Coast Guard (USCG) inspected vessel and complies with all the latest regulations including personal floatation devices (PFDs), handrails, raft, CPR/First Aid trained crew, Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certified crew, and disinfectant/sanitization standards.Freda B follows any and all USCG and Marin County Guidelines regarding any health crisis the county may be experiencing.WeatherSailing on the San Francisco Bay is weather-dependent. We sail in most weather, including cold, wind, fog, and light showers. On occasion, we will need to reschedule a sail due to extreme wind or rain. If this is necessary, you will usually be notified within 24-48 hours of the scheduled sail.If the Captain must cancel due to weather, our sales team will work with you to reschedule or refund your order. The Captain and Crew monitor the most sophisticated weather channels to make every effort to bring you information in the timeliest manner. We apologize in advance if the weather complicates any special occasion plans.Guest Reschedule / CancellationDue to the popularity of this sail, we do not offer guests an option to cancel or reschedule within 7 days. If you need to cancel, please do so at least 1 week in advance. To cancel or transfer tickets, please email tickets@sfbayadventures.com. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/e11e6880-c4b0-11f0-aa12-1bc58e46eb9e-rimg-w987-h740-dc8fd1fe-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/e18dcc20-c4b0-11f0-99e0-53dea6c953a2-rimg-w1200-h675-dca4aebe-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/e2221ce0-c4b0-11f0-aa12-1bc58e46eb9e-rimg-w1200-h676-dc20404c-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/e2af1aa0-c4b0-11f0-99e0-53dea6c953a2-rimg-w1200-h676-dc47727b-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/e3289060-c4b0-11f0-aa12-1bc58e46eb9e-rimg-w1200-h676-dc2b4647-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/e3ca75b0-c4b0-11f0-99e0-53dea6c953a2-rimg-w841-h740-dc8ea4be-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sausalito/opening-day-on-the-bay-2026-sail-aboard-schooner-freda-b/100001962798279491 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks, health-wellness, trips-adventures, nonprofit, parades - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 192.84, max: 192.84, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Sausalito - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Schooner Freda B - **lat**: 37.8586434 - **long**: -122.4792534 - **full address**: Schooner Freda B, Sausalito Yacht Harbor, Sausalito, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Opening Day on the Bay 2026 - Sail aboard Schooner Freda B - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/85c1cb2bde1b83840798d9459f4016cc18c46eea75a87a4f7646e7690e632864-rimg-w1200-h723-dca2c4ec-gmir.jpg?v=1763492468 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Opening Day on the Bay 2026 - Sail aboard Schooner Freda B being held? - **A:** Opening Day on the Bay 2026 - Sail aboard Schooner Freda B takes place on Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 10:15 am to Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Schooner Freda B, Sausalito Yacht Harbor, Sausalito, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Opening Day on the Bay 2026 - Sail aboard Schooner Freda B? - **A:** Tickets for Opening Day on the Bay 2026 - Sail aboard Schooner Freda B are priced at USD 193 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 193 + USD 14 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Opening Day on the Bay 2026 - Sail aboard Schooner Freda B? - **A:** Opening Day on the Bay 2026 - Sail aboard Schooner Freda B is organized by SF Bay Adventures. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Opening Day on the Bay 2026 - Sail aboard Schooner Freda B is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Sausalito, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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