SailFest: Pier Party
Boats, Brews & Waterfront Views
Saturday, October 21, 2023 | 3 PM – 6 PM
Party on the Nauticus cruise pier with us as we celebrate our sailing community! Sit back and enjoy tasty eats and drinks while cheering on event sponsors as they compete in fun challenges aboard our fleet of sailboats.
Family friendly event – rain or shine.
Event Highlights Include:
- Sip on tasty brews by Elation Brewing
- Enjoy Froze + assorted wines by Waters Edge Winery
- Chip & Sip – Test your luck at hitting biodegradable golf balls from the pier to win prizes. Sponsored by Xylem Tree Experts.
- Enjoy delicious coffee drinks by Neptune’s Fury Coffee Co.
- Live music on the Pier by The Joe Gosman Band
- Bid on silent auction packages, play games and more!
- This portion of the event will also include an awards ceremony for our Cofer Cup Regatta + Corporate Race winners.
Ticket Options:
Individual Sponsor
$500
Includes:
– 2 VIP tickets to include access to VIP Chalet with reserved seating
– 6 Drink tickets for beer, wine (21+ only), coffee
– 2 Food truck tickets
– Name recognition in event marketing
SOLD OUT
VIP Package
$140 Members
$150 Non-Members
Includes:
– 2 VIP tickets to include access to VIP Chalet with reserved seating
– 6 Drink tickets for beer, wine (21+ only), coffee
– 2 Food truck tickets
Limited VIP Tickets Available
General Adult
$45 Members
$55 Non-Members
Includes:
– 2 Drink tickets for beer / wine (21+ only), or coffee
– 1 Food truck ticket
Price increases to $65 on 9/18.
General Child
$5 Member Child
$15 Non-Member child
*12 years old and under*
Includes:
– 1 Food truck ticket (Children’s menu)
Price increases to $25 on 9/18.
Nauticus & Sail Nauticus Members receive $10 off tickets. Become a member!
For sponsorship details, please contact Nauticus Development Director, Rehn West at (757) 664-1011.
To make sponsorship payment, please call 757-664-1048.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Tickets include food/beverage tickets depending on the selected level.
VIP Package: 2 VIP tickets w/access to reserved seating + special treat by Water’s Edge winery , 2 food truck tickets, and 6 beverage tickets for Beer, Wine or Coffee.
General Admission ADULT (13+): Admission to Pier Party, 1 food truck ticket and 2 drink tickets (for beer, wine or coffee). Must be 21+ for beer/wine.
General Admission CHILD (12 & under): Admission to Pier Party, 1 food truck ticket to choose from children’s menu.
Additional Food & Drink tickets will be available for purchase at event.
All proceeds from SailFest directly support Sail Nauticus’ mission to provide affordable access to sailing, STEM and leadership programs for the youth of our community.
Since its inception in 2014, Sail Nauticus has provided a life-changing experience for youth in our community through a three-year program for middle school students. Through a partnership with Norfolk Public Schools, students are given the opportunity to participate in weekly programming that promotes science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) comprehension career exploration opportunities, and builds leadership and confidence all while learning how to sail.
Video below demonstrates students showing off their sailing skills at the 2021 graduation ceremony:
In the event of inclement weather, the Cofer Cup will be rescheduled for another date. The Pier Party and Corporate Challenge will occur rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, ticket holders will be notified.
Parking is available across the street in the Plume Street Garage or the Town Point Garage. Parking onsite is not permitted. On event day, please head to the Nauticus cruise pier (behind Nauticus) for event check-in.
For team regatta or general inquiries, please contact info@sailnauticus.org or (757) 823-4242.
For fundraising/sponsorship inquiries and Pier Party details, please contact Nauticus Development Director, Rehn West at (757) 664-1011.
