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Boston welcomes ships from around the world
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Key Points:
- Dozens of tall ships from around the world participated in the Parade of Sail in Boston Harbor on Saturday, marking the start of Sail Boston 2026 and celebrating America's 250th anniversary and Massachusetts' maritime heritage.
- The USS Constitution led the parade, followed by the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle, which raced against sister ships for the first time since 1976; other historic vessels include Portugal's Sagres, Argentina's ARA Libertad, Chile's Esmeralda, and U.S. ships like the Elissa and the Gloucester schooner Adventure.
- Ships will be docked around Boston offering free tours and engagements through July 15, with viewing open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and boarding available at the captains' discretion.
- Sail Boston 2026 continues through July 16 with a free festival at the Seaport's Leader Bank Pavilion, fireworks near Fan Pier on Saturday and Wednesday nights, and various events including a Coast Guard search-and-rescue demonstration, a parade of crews and cadets, a soccer tournament, and a patriotic finale concert at the Hatch Shell.
- WCVB Channel 5 is the exclusive television partner for Sail Boston 2026, providing coverage of the week-long maritime celebration.
