Five host ports are listed for Operation Sail’s America250 tall-ship events in 2026.
The planned 2026 schedule lists New Orleans, Norfolk, Baltimore, New York City, and Boston. The events are associated with the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and are intended to bring tall ships together in several major American ports.
Operation Sail, often shortened to OpSail, has a long connection with national celebrations. Earlier editions brought international sailing vessels to the United States, including a major gathering during the 1976 Bicentennial.
The 2026 itinerary is a port-call and sailing program rather than one single harbor event. New Orleans is listed first in late May, while Boston is listed last in July. New York City’s events coincide with the July 4 anniversary period.