The Best Seat on Hudson for America's 250th

Directly on the Parade Route!

The harbor hasn't seen anything like this since 1976, when gas was 62 cents a gallon and America was turning 200. On July 4th, more than 48 tall ships and dozens of naval vessels from 20 nations will make their way from the Verrazzano Bridge, past the Statue of Liberty, and upriver past Pier 81. Participating ships and crews represent countries including the United States, France, Spain, Portugal, Brazil, Colombia, and many more. Pier 81 sits directly on that route, close enough to the water that you'll read the names off the hulls as they pass.

The Easiest Way to See It

Your seat is reserved, the food and drinks are already there, and the parade comes to you. While the rest of the waterfront is standing room only, Pier 81 gives you six hours to settle in, eat well, and watch history sail past.

• Reserved seating with an unobstructed view of the parade route

• Food trucks serving all afternoon

• Cold drinks from open to close

• Live MC and DJ keeping the energy up between ships

• Shaded areas for the warmest stretch of the day

• Clean restrooms steps from your seat

Tickets are limited. Book early to save your seat!