Piratefest 2026
Welcome to Piratefest!
Saturday August 1st & Sunday August 2nd from 9:00am to 5:00pm
General Admission is completely FREE! We invite all visitors to enjoy the live entertainment and festivities at no charge.
Hosted by the infamous scurvy dogs Captain Corbin and Captain Edward Gurnsey!
All-Weekend Attractions (Saturday & Sunday)
Enjoy these daily activities happening all weekend long:
- Hornswaggler Midway: Ballistic swing, train ride, Tubs of Fun, Merry-go-round, Jolly Roger air bouncers, and the Blackbeard slide.
- Sea Shanties: Live music by Captain Finn & The Salty Sea Dogs.
- Pirate’s Life Adventure: Live-action storytelling and treasure hunts.
- Historic Encampments: Featuring live black powder demonstrations.
- Roving Entertainment: Crow’s Nest stilt walkers, face painting, and balloon twisting.
Weekend Exclusives
Don’t miss these special events happening on specific days!
Saturday, August 1st Only
- 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM: Pirates at the Wharf Waterski Show
Sunday, August 2nd Only
- All Day: Community Farmer’s Market
Fearsome 1-Hour Pirate Cruises
Set sail aboard the majestic Wenonah II!
- Departure Times (Sat & Sun): 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:00 PM, and 2:30 PM
Tickets & Pricing
While festival admission is free, tickets are required for the cruises and midway rides.
| Attraction | Price |
| 1-Hour Pirate Cruise (Adult) | $38 + tax |
| 1-Hour Pirate Cruise (Child) | $15 + tax |
| Midway & Air Bounce | 3 tickets for $10 |
| Midway & Air Bounce | 8 tickets for $20 |
Get your Pirate Cruise tickets today!
Location
- 185 Cherokee Lane, Gravenhurst, Ontario, PIP 1Z9
Located at: The Beautiful Muskoka Wharf
