Smithfield Hosts Maritime Rendezvous as Sail250 Harbor
The Virginia town welcomes a three-day maritime festival featuring historic ships and free public events as an affiliate harbor for the Sail250 celebration.
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Sail250 Virginia Draws Crowds to Norfolk Waterfront
A multi-day tall ships celebration tied to the nation’s 250th anniversary brought visitors to the Norfolk waterfront, with free ship tours offered at Naval Station Norfolk.
Tall Ships, Juneteenth Events Fill a Packed Norfolk Weekend
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Free Transit, Road Closures Set for Harborfest/Sail250 Weekend
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Smithfield Hosts Maritime Rendezvous as Sail250 Affiliate Harbor
The town of Smithfield is welcoming visitors for a three-day Maritime Rendezvous festival, taking part in the broader Sail250 celebration with historic ships and free public events.