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Sail Events
2026

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Under the unified framework of Operation Ready Eagle, a series of major maritime events will take place in 2026 to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. One of these is SAIL 250, the maritime centerpiece of the anniversary. As one of the largest maritime gatherings in American history, it will bring together U.S. and international vessels across five major port cities to celebrate a shared maritime heritage.

In addition to SAIL 250, the 250th anniversary will be marked by other significant maritime events. These include the U.S. Navy-led Fleet Exercise (FLEETEX) 250 in Virginia, and the International Naval Review (INR) 250 in New York and New Jersey. A historically significant event, this will be only the seventh international naval review in U.S. history—and the fourth in NYC—featuring the participation of more than 40 allied and U.S. naval vessels.

For these and other major maritime events in 2026, the U.S. Coast Guard will serve as the lead federal agency for maritime safety and security, responsible for ensuring the safe execution of activities across the nation's waterways. 

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USCGC Eagle

USCGC Eagle is the Coast Guard Academy’s tall ship and a training vessel for future Coast Guard officers. Resources include the Eagle feature page, official Academy information, media kit, imagery, and video.

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USCGC Mohawk

USCGC Mohawk is a Famous-class medium endurance cutter that supports maritime security, migrant interdiction, drug interdiction, search and rescue, and homeland security missions throughout the Atlantic Area.

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USCGC Stone

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USCGC Forward

USCGC Forward is a Famous-class medium endurance cutter supporting counter-drug missions, maritime law enforcement, migrant interdiction, and search and rescue operations throughout the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean.

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Updates

Multimedia Release: USCGC EAGLE Arrives in Baltimore for Sail250 Maryland

Press Release
Jun. 25, 2026
     Editor’s Note: Click images to download high-resolution versions Baltimore – U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle, America's Tall Ship, arrived in Baltimore to participate in Sail250 Maryland, a signature event commemorating the 250th anniversary of...
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U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle (WIX 327) transits the Elizabeth River, June 22, 2026, after participating in Sail250 Virginia in Norfolk. Eagle served as the leading tall ship in the parade of sail and welcomed visitors throughout the maritime festival celebrating America's 250th anniversary. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Mason Svitenko)

Coast Guard concludes maritime safety, security operations for Sail250 Virginia in Norfolk

Press Release
Jun. 23, 2026
NORFOLK, Va. — The U.S. Coast Guard completed maritime safety and security operations for Sail250 Virginia, Tuesday, in Norfolk.The Coast Guard worked alongside local, state and federal partners throughout Sail250 Virginia to ensure the safety and...
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Coast Guard releases waterway guidance for Salute to America 250 and Sail 250 Maryland and Air Show Baltimore

Press Release
Jun. 18, 2026
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Maryland - National Capital Region has issued two Marine Safety Information Bulletins for the Salute to America 250 and Sail 250 Maryland and Air Show Baltimore events taking place in the National Capital Region, Wednesday.
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A Coast Guard Station Galveston 45-foot Response Boat-Medium provides security as the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Barque Eagle transits the Galveston Channel towards Pier 21 in Galveston, Texas, June 10, 2022. Homeported at the Coast Guard Academy in New London, Conn., the Eagle is used as a training platform for future Coast Guard officers and visited Galveston, Texas, for the first time since 1972. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Ryan Dickinson)

Coast Guard to lead maritime safety, security during Sail250 Virginia celebrations in Norfolk

Press Release
Jun. 16, 2026
NORFOLK, Va. — In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, the U.S. Coast Guard will oversee comprehensive maritime safety and security operations alongside local, state and federal partners during Sail250 Virginia, which is scheduled to be held in...
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Coast Guard Cutter Eagle transits down the Savannah River towards Savannah, Georgia, Mar. 15, 2019, in front of the Tybee Island Lighthouse. The Eagle arrived in Savannah for St. Patrick’s Day weekend with over 100 guests on board. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Ryan Dickinson)

US Coast Guard Barque Eagle to visit Savannah, Georgia

Press Release
May. 07, 2026
SAVANNAH, Ga. — U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle (WIX 327) is scheduled to visit Savannah and will be open to visitors, Friday-Sunday.The Eagle will be moored near the World Apart Monument, a World War II memorial located on River Street in Savannah,...
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U.S. Coast Guard Barque Eagle (WIX 327), arrives in New York City, August 15, 2019. Eagle is a tall ship used as a training platform for future Coast Guard Academy officers as well as vessel for establishing and maintaining domestic and international relationships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cory D. Payne)

America’s Tall Ship, U.S. Coast Guard Barque Eagle, announces 2026 sail training schedule for Nation’s 250th anniversary

Press Release
Dec. 19, 2025
U.S. Coast Guard Barque Eagle (WIX 327) announced its 2026 schedule of port calls Friday. The selected port calls include the five Sail250 ports of New Orleans, Norfolk, Baltimore, New York City, and Boston. Sail250, a global gathering of tall ships...
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