Celebrate 250 years of freedom for the United States on board the Pirate Water Taxi! Join us for a patriotic boat parade and blessing of the fleet for the ultimate Independency Day celebration. Come dressed in your best red, white and blue attire! This is an early evening event, perfect for guests of all ages. Book now to secure your spot and be a part of this historic boat parade!
Cruise Includes:
- 1-hour and 15/30 minute cruise with a front row view of the boat parade and blessing
station - Come dressed in your best red, white and blue. Prize for best dressed!
- Beer and wine available for purchase
- Bottled water
Tickets for these cruises are NON-refundable AND NON-transferable. Events are subject to change.
Hop on the water taxi for the ultimate Independence Day celebration featuring the Friends of the Riverwalk Boat Parade & Blessing of the Fleet!
The Blessing of the Fleet is a tradition that began years ago but is still practiced in many boating communities around the world to ensure a safe and bountiful season. Come dressed in your best red, white and blue. Prizes will be awarded to our most patriotic passengers. This is an early evening event, perfect for guests of all ages. Book now to secure your spot!
Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
Departure Location: Tampa Convention Center Dock (Stop #7)
Cruise Times: Board 6:00 PM, Cruise 6:15-7:30 PM
(might dock closer to 7:45 PM Depending on boat traffic)
Terms
Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable. Customers may put reservations under another name if they cannot make it. Please remember that we do NOT accept annual passes, gift certificates or vouchers for special event or holiday cruises.
All events are subject to change.
Please Note: The Pirate Water Taxi regular route will be closing at 8:30 p.m. on July 4th.
