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高桅帆船節的重頭戲是預定於7月11日（週六）上午9點至下午4點舉行的「大巡遊（Grand Parade）」。來自20多國的60餘艘高桅帆船與軍艦將在波士頓北部的麻州海灣Broad Sound編隊，駛入波士頓港，途經堡壘島（Castle Island）、海港（Seaport）區、波士頓海濱、東波士頓、北端（North End）及查理士城（Charlestown）等地，預料吸引大量民眾沿岸觀賞。
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7月11日和7月15日在扇碼頭（Fan Pier）還將有煙花秀。
波士頓高桅帆船節既是MA250這慶祝麻州250週年的系列活動之一，也是Sail 250在海上慶祝美國建國250週年的系列活動最後一站。根據Sail 250，5月28日起，在紐奧良（New Orlean），諾福克（Norfolk），巴爾的摩（Baltimore），紐約（New York）和波士頓等5個港口，陸續都有巡遊慶祝活動。
麻州州長奚莉（Maura Healey）和副州長Kim Driscoll表示，為了讓州民和來自全球各地遊客，在美國建國250週年之際，更深入的感受，認識麻州是美國發源地的歷史淵源，展現麻州的海事優勢，麻州旅遊局及相關民間組織將在MA250名義下，攜手安排教育活動、文化節目及煙火表演。
6月13日至7月9日間將在大波士頓舉辦7 場的FIFA世界杯足球賽，也將使得今夏的波士頓更為熱鬧。
麻州政府表示，400萬美元撥款將將用於基礎設施、公共安全、交通及營運需求，確保活動順利舉行，並進一步帶動經濟發展、強化觀光產業及提升麻州國際能見度。
查詢波士頓高桅帆船節詳情可上網https://www.sailboston.com/events/。
Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards $4 Million to Support Sail Boston 2026 as Part of America’s 250th Anniversary
International gathering of tall ships and military vessels will bring visitors from around the world to Boston Harbor during MA250 celebrations
BOSTON - As Massachusetts prepares to welcome millions of visitors during a historic summer for the state and nation, the Healey-Driscoll Administration today announced a $4 million investment to support Sail Boston 2026, a landmark waterfront celebration taking place July 11–16, 2026, during America’s 250th anniversary commemorations.
The investment was announced at Sail Boston 2026’s “What to Know” preview event ahead of the festivities.
For the milestone occasion of America’s semiquincentennial, Boston Harbor will host one of the world’s largest peacetime gatherings of international tall ships and military vessels as part of Sail250, a multi-state celebration tracing America’s maritime history along the East Coast. Boston will serve as the final port of the historic voyage, welcoming more than sixty ships from over twenty countries and visitors from around the globe during what is expected to be a defining summer for Massachusetts tourism, culture, and international engagement.
“This summer is a chance for Massachusetts to welcome the world in a meaningful way,” said Governor Maura Healey. “Sail Boston 2026 brings people together around our shared history and our beautiful waterfront, and it’s the kind of experience that leaves a lasting impression on everyone who visits. We are proud to support this exciting event, and we can’t wait for the Tall Ships to return to Massachusetts.”
“Sail Boston is one of those truly iconic events that captures both the history and energy of Boston’s waterfront,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “As Massachusetts prepares for a summer shaped by major moments like MA250 and the World Cup, investments like this help ensure we are ready to deliver safe, welcoming and unforgettable experiences for millions of visitors from around the country and around the world.”
The Grand Parade of Sail will serve as the centerpiece of the week’s activities, with tall ships and naval vessels sailing in flotillas from Broad Sound into Boston Harbor, passing some of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods before docking at assigned berths. Public viewing is expected to draw large crowds along Castle Island, the Seaport District, the Boston Waterfront, East Boston, the North End, and Charlestown.
In addition to the parade, Sail Boston 2026 will feature public ship tours, educational programming, cultural events, and fireworks, offering a dynamic and accessible experience for attendees of all ages while celebrating Massachusetts’ longstanding maritime history and traditions.
“We know that the ships and crew members from around the world love visiting Boston, and we know the people of Boston love visiting the Tall Ships,” said Dusty Rhodes, Executive Director of Sail Boston. “It's an honor to organize an event that engenders such unified goodwill, and we want to thank Governor Healey and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for helping to make this a free event for all to enjoy. We can't wait to welcome everyone on board.”
“This is about more than a single event, it’s about the long-term impact it creates,” said Secretary of Economic Development Eric Paley. “Sail Boston elevates Massachusetts globally, drives meaningful economic activity, and inspires curiosity that draws new visitors in and keeps them coming back to experience more of what the Commonwealth has to offer.”
“Events like Sail Boston are what turn a visit into a lasting memory,” said Kate Fox, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism. “They create moments of discovery, connection, and joy that define how people experience Massachusetts. By investing in experiences like this, we are strengthening our visitor economy and showcasing the very best of our coastal communities.”
The $4 million award will support infrastructure, public safety, transportation, and operational needs associated with hosting Sail Boston 2026, helping ensure the successful execution of one of the largest public events planned in Massachusetts during America’s 250th anniversary celebrations. The investment reflects the administration’s broader commitment to supporting major events that drive economic activity, strengthen tourism, and position Massachusetts as a premier destination during a globally significant summer for the state.
For more information about Sail Boston 2026 visit: https://www.sailboston.com/.
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