Once in a Lifetime — United States 250th Anniversary
TALL SHIPS
NEW YORK HARBOR
NEW YORK HARBOR
Official Events · July 3rd & 4th, 2026
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From the Captain
“I was in grade school during the Bicentennial in 1976. I never saw the tall ships. This time I’m not missing it — and neither should you.”
Jersey Shore Whale Watch is running official July 3rd and 4th trips aboard the Jersey Girl out of Belmar, NJ. These are not ordinary trips. This is history on the water. You will likely never see anything like this again.
Three Separate Official Events — Three Separate Tickets
July 3
Friday Afternoon
Class B Tall Ships Parade
- East River — official parade route
- Historic tall ships from around the world
- Within 50–100 yards of the vessels
- Return to Belmar ~6:00 PM
- July 3rd evening: Asbury Park fireworks (separate)
$275 & up
Check whalesnj.com for availability
July 4
Depart Belmar 4:30–5:00 AM
Naval Review + 40 Tall Ships
- In position: Statue of Liberty by 6 AM
- Blue Angels flyover at 9 AM
- 200+ military aircraft — naval review
- 40 tall ships parade up the Hudson
- USS Gerald Ford aircraft carrier
- Return to Belmar ~2:30 PM
- Breakfast + finger sandwiches provided
$275 & up
Bring your camera · dietary needs welcome
July 4
Depart Belmar 4:30 PM
NYC Macy’s Fireworks
- East River position
- East River + Hudson River fireworks
- Brooklyn Bridge fireworks
- Coast Guard managed departure
- Return to Belmar ~midnight
- A long night — worth every minute
$350
Separate ticket from morning trip
🍳 July 4th Morning Trip: Breakfast provided on the ride up + assorted finger sandwiches for lunch. Feel free to bring your own food if you have dietary restrictions or simply eat what you like.
100yds
How close we get to the ships. Close enough to feel the history — far enough to fit the entire vessel in your camera frame. Bring your best lens. This is a photographer’s dream.
For exact pricing, times & availability → whalesnj.com · Click the red Tickets button · Change calendar to June/July
Premium Trips · Filling Fast
Don’t Miss History.
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732-592-6400 · Jersey Girl · Belmar, NJ
732-592-6400 · Jersey Girl · Belmar, NJ
United States 250th Anniversary · Sail 2026
See the Tall Ships
Your Way
Your Way
Shoulder Date Trips · June 30 – July 7 · Aboard the Jersey Girl
Same Historic Ships. Less Crowds. Better Value.
The tall ships will be anchored in New York Harbor from late June through July 8th before heading to Boston. Our shoulder date trips get you up close to these incredible vessels at a fraction of the premium event pricing. Keep your eyes open on the way up — dolphins are common and you might just score a bonus whale sighting too. Skip the crowds on land. Leave the driving to us.
Pre-Sale Price
$85–$125
While pre-sale tickets last
Grab them now
Regular Price
$120+
Once pre-sale sells out
Some dates already sold out at $120
How to Check Exact Pricing, Times & Availability
Visit whalesnj.com and click the red Tickets button at the top of the page. Change the calendar to June or July to see all available tall ships dates. Pricing and availability update in real time — some trips are selling out quickly.
Available Dates — Book Before They’re Gone
Tuesday
June 30
Tall ships in harbor · open ocean wildlife
Wednesday
July 1
Tall ships · dolphins along the way
Thursday
July 2 10am on sale 4pm nearly sold out
Tall ships · open ocean wildlife
Saturday
July 5
Post-4th · ships still in harbor
Sunday AM
July 6
Tall ships · open ocean wildlife
Morning Sold Out
Monday
July 7
Ships remain through July 8 · don’t wait
What You’ll Experience
Historic tall ships from around the world
Within 50–100 yards of the vessels
Dolphins common on the way up
Bonus whale sightings possible
101-ft Jersey Girl · Belmar Marina
Professional licensed captain & crew
$85 Pre-Sale · Limited Availability
Book Before the Price Goes Up.
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732-592-6400 · Jersey Girl · Belmar, NJ
732-592-6400 · Jersey Girl · Belmar, NJ