TYBEE ISLAND — Just off the coast of Georgia, the inhabitants of Tybee Island unleash their inner pirate each year in October and they invite you and your family to come and discover your inner scalawag.
This year will mark the 15th annual Tybee Island Pirate Fest to sail into town Oct. 10 through 13. Every Columbus Day Weekend, local pirates and those from far distant lands converge on Tybee Island for a four-day swashbuckling festival with live music, a parade and family-friendly activities.
The merriment begins Thursday, Oct. 10 with the coronation of Pirate Fest’s King and Queen at the Buccaneer Ball from 6 to 10 p.m. at The Crab Shack.
Friday, Saturday and Sunday highlights include Thieves Market, Little Matey’s Cove, The Pirate Victory Parade, the Bud Light Whatever Bar with live music, a fireworks show and several kids’ activities such as a petting zoo, bounce houses and more.
This year’s headliner is Great White. Comprised of five band members, Great White is a California-based group that will be headlining the show on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 8:45 to 10:15 p.m. Additional acts on Friday, Saturday and Sunday include Lez Zeppelin, Kentucky Headhunters, Damon and the Shitkickers, Drauker and In for a Penny.
Ticket Prices are below:
Buccaneer Ball: $40 advance (through Sept. 30, 2019) | $50 at door
Friday Pass: $12
Saturday Pass: $15
Sunday: Free
Weekend Pass: $25 in advance | $27 + tax at door
Kids 12 and under are admitted free.
For additional information about the 2019 Tybee Island Pirate Fest including live entertainment and full event schedule, please visittybeepiratefest.com.
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