Captain Kidd's Pirate Day

Saturday, July 13, 2024

Ahoy! Join us for an afternoon of kid's activities inspired by swashbuckling Captain Kidd who once trolled the waters off the Delaware coast.

2023 Details (not yet updated for 2024)

Dress as your favorite pirate for a kid's event inspired by Delaware’s infamous Captain Kidd! Join us on our shipyard campus and in our Copeland Maritime Center for an afternoon of pirate fun. Special thanks to Diamond State Recycling, Highmark Delaware, Wilmington City Council, Noramco, Walmart, and New Castle County.

Activities will include

  • Kalmar Nyckel ship tours
  • Pirate Crafts and Activities, Cannon Demonstrations, Scavenger Hunts, Build a Pirate Ship, Selfie Station, and more.
  • Face Painting and Food Truck
  • Free admission and parking. Fees for some activities.
  • Location: Kalmar Nyckel Foundation, Copeland Maritime Center, 1124 East 7th Street, Wilmington, DE 19801
Plan your Visit

Event Volunteers

In 2023, this event will be a great opportunity to get involved with our exciting Kalmar Nyckel Foundation community programs. Volunteers are needed to help staff activities, manage parking, and serve at welcome and water stations, and more. 

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