Part 1: Tybee Island Pirate Fest, Featuring Plenty of Swashbuckling Fun on October 10-13
Thursday, October 10th
Buccaneer Ball 6pm-10pm
The Crab Shack
Enjoy an evening of dancing, frivolity and food! The Crab Shack hosts the kickoff to the 9th Annual Pirate Fest, boasting costume contests, grub and grog as only The Crab Shack can provide and, of course, a bounty of pirates and wenches! This event is open to all pirates and wenches over the age of 18. New this year will be a treasure hunt and caricature artist.
6:30 – 8:30pm – A Feast of Piratical Proportions
7:30pm – Coronation of the 2013 King and Queen
9pm – Costume Contest for Best Buccaneer & Best Wench
Tickets: $30 in advance or $35 at the door
Info: https://2013buccaneerball.eventbrite.com/ or 912-786-9857
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Friday, October 11th
Festival open from 5-11pm
LITTLE MATEY’S COVE presented by Coke Zero
5-7pm – Bouncy Houses
5-7pm – Petting Zoo
5-7pm – Blackbeard’s Pirate Ship
5-7pm – Activities and Games
5-7pm – Ferris Wheel
THIEVES’ MARKET
5-11pm – Market Open
Yuengling Light Pirate Pub
The Brigands
MAIN STAGE presented by Bud Light
5-6pm – Radio DJ Music sound check
6–7pm – 2 Tone Fish
7–7:15 – Pirate Invasion Opening Ceremony
7:15-8:45pm – A1A (Jimmy Buffet Cover Band)
9pm – Fireworks
9:15–10:45pm – Departure
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Saturday, October 12th
Festival open from 10am-11pm
LITTLE MATEY’S COVE presented by Coke Zero
10am-7pm – Bouncy Houses, Petting Zoo, Blackbeard’s Pirate Ship, Activities, Games and Ferris Wheel
THIEVES’ MARKET
10am-11pm – Market Open
Yuengling Light Pirate Pub
The Brigands
MAIN STAGE presented by Bud Light
12:30–2pm – Gary Byrd and the Outlaws
2–3pm – Double Run
3-5pm Sound Check/ Parade Time
5–5:15pm Adult Costume Contests
5:15–6pm Domino Effect
6:15–7:15pm Damon and the Sh@t Kickers
7:30–8:45pm – Chuck Courtenay Band
9pm – Fireworks
9:15 – 10:45pm Shooter Jennings
PIRATE VICTORY PARADE
3-5pm – Parade
This parade is a must for families! Parade participants will pass out treasure along the route.
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Sunday, October 13th
Festival open from 11am – 4pm
LITTLE MATEY’S COVE presented by Coke Zero
11am-4pm – Bouncy Houses, Petting Zoo, Blackbeard’s Pirate Ship, Activities, Games and Ferris Wheel
Yuengling Light Pirate Pub
The Brigands
MAIN STAGE presented by Bud Light
11am–1:45pm – TBA
1:45-2:45pm – Lyn Avenue
3–4pm – Bottles N Cans
For additional information about the 2013 Tybee Island Pirate Fest, please call 912.713.2321 or visit www.tybeepiratefest.com.
ABOUT TYBEE ISLAND:
Tybee Island, Georgia, an island paradise located just 20 minutes east of historic downtown Savannah, is an ideal year-round coastal destination for couples, families, meetings and more. Steeped in tradition and history, Tybee Island is home to several notable forts, informative museums, a historic lighthouse complex, and miles of pristine beaches. Rich in relaxed style, Tybee Island also features a blend of eclectic art galleries, charming shops, and exceptional restaurants. For more information about Tybee Island, please visit www.VisitTybee.com online or call 912.786.5444.
Tybee Island’s Most Recent Accolades:
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“Perfect Little Beach Town: The All-American Hamlet” – Southern Living
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“Best Family Beaches on the East Coast” – Fodor’s
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“Best Beaches for Families” – Parents Magazine
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Top 10 Vacation Rental Hotspots for 2010 – TripAdvisor
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Top 10 City Beaches in America – AOL
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#1 Healthiest Beach in America – Health Magazine
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“Readers’ Choice Best Beach” – Georgia Magazine
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“Best One Tank Trip” – Atlanta Journal Constitution
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“Best Beach Retreat” – Creative Loafing Atlanta
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Bicycle Friendly Community – League of American Bicyclists
Best Day Trip and Most Fun Place to Take the Kids – Savannah Magazine
