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Yo, ho, ho—and a barrel of fun is headed for Sheffield Island Lighthouse when the annual Pirates Weekend & Cruise sets sail on July 18 and 19, 2026. Hosted by the Norwalk Seaport Association, this wildly popular event turns a scenic island getaway into a full-on high-seas escapade for the whole family, complete with treasure hunts, sea chanteys, and enough swashbuckling spirit to make your inner captain shout, “Ahoy!”

Docktails & Oysters A Seaside Celebration of Flavor & Tradition Hosted by the Norwalk Seaport Association June 20, 2026 Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 20, 2026, and prepare for an unforgettable evening on the water. From 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., the Norwalk Seaport Association , in partnership with fourth-generation oyster farmers Norm Bloom and Son , invites you to its signature summer celebration — Docktails and Oysters. Set against the stunning waterfront backdrop of the historic Norm Bloom and Son dock in Norwalk, this one-of-a-kind event blends fresh-from-the-Sound oysters, live music, local flavors, and maritime tradition into a celebration like no other. 

Experience unforgettable 2026 cruises with bird-watching, sunset views, & family fun. Book your adventure with Norwalk Seaport Association today!

Join the Norwalk Seaport Association's 2026 season launch at Spacecat Brewing Company on April 14. Enjoy craft beverages & support maritime heritage.

Enjoy live music from Parmalee, Jimmy Kenny & VOYAGE at the Norwalk Oyster Festival. Join us for a cultural celebration!

Join our spring & summer cruises for bird-watching, sunsets, & lighthouse tours. Book your adventure today!

Norwalk Seaport Association funds hands-on marine science for students. Join us in preserving maritime heritage and supporting young scientists.

Explore the ghostly tales of Sheffield Island Lighthouse. Join us for a cultural journey celebrating maritime heritage.