A Pirate Invasion Is Coming to the Waterfront
September 19–20, 2026
Pirates are taking over the waterfront at the Maritime Museum of San Diego!
Dress like a pirate. Save on admission. Shop for treasure. Set sail. And see if pirate luck is on your side.
Pirate Deals & Adventures
25% OFF General Admission
Dress like a pirate and save!
Saturday, September 19 & Sunday 20th.
25% OFF in the Museum Store
Spend $40 or more on eligible merchandise and save 25%.
$10 OFF Boarded
Dress like a pirate on Talk Like a Pirate Day, September 19, and save $10 with promo code PirateInvasion.
Pirate Plinko
Purchase a regularly priced Pilot Boat ticket on select dates for a chance to play and win pirate-themed prizes.
Meet Captain Jack
Keep a weather eye out for Captain Jack roaming the waterfront! Meet the pirate captain, snap a photo, and you may find him aboard and around the Museum’s historic ships.
Saturday, September 19 & Sunday, September 20
11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Visit the Rum Bar
Raise a glass to the pirate life at our Rum Bar, featuring beer, wine, and delicious specialty rum cocktails.
Saturday, September 19 & Sunday, September 20
11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Credit card only. Guests must be 21+ to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
Dress Like a Pirate & Save 25%
Arrive in pirate attire September 19–20 and receive 25% off individual General Admission.
You don’t need to arrive dressed from head to toe. A pirate hat, eye patch, bandana, pirate shirt, sash, vest, coat, toy hook, costume jewelry, pirate-inspired accessory, or full pirate costume can qualify. Each guest receiving the discount must be wearing a pirate-themed item at the time of ticket purchase or check-in.
The discount applies to General Admission walk-up tickets only. May not be combined with other offers or discounts. Additional experiences and add-ons are extra.
Shop for Treasure & Save 25%
Visit the Museum Store between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. September 19–20 and do a little treasure hunting of your own.
Spend at least $40 on eligible merchandise in a single transaction and receive 25% off your eligible purchase.
The $40 minimum is calculated before tax and after excluded merchandise has been removed from the transaction. Merchandise exclusions may apply.
Boarded! A New Pirate Adventure – Save $10
Presented by San Diego Pirate Adventures
Celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day September 19th aboard Boarded! A New Pirate Adventure.
Come dressed like a pirate and receive $10 off your September 19 Boarded ticket with promo code PirateInvasion.
Try Your Luck at Pirate Plinko
Add a Pilot Boat adventure on San Diego Bay and you might get a chance to test your pirate luck!
Guests purchasing a regularly priced Pilot Boat ticket may be selected to play Pirate Plinko on:
- Saturday, September 19
Selected guests will drop the Plinko puck for a chance to win one of several pirate-themed prizes.
Pilot Boat tickets may be purchased online in advance or as a walk-up at the Museum. Participation is limited and a Pilot Boat ticket does not guarantee selection to play. Prizes are available while supplies last.
Offer Details
Pirate attire General Admission discount is valid September 19–20, 2026, on walk-up General Admission tickets.
Museum Store promotion is valid September 19–20, 2026, from 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. A minimum $40 eligible purchase is required before tax. Merchandise exclusions may apply.
Pirate Plinko eligibility is limited to guests purchasing regularly priced Pilot Boat tickets for September 19, 2026. Participation is limited and purchase does not guarantee selection to play. Prizes are available while supplies last.
Offers may not be combined with memberships, military discounts, group rates, school programs, private events, special-event tickets, complimentary admission, or other promotions.
Pirate Costume Weapon Safety
Bringing a replica or costume weapon as part of your pirate attire? All costume weapons must be peace tied while on Museum property.
Swords, daggers, axes, and other bladed costume weapons must be secured in their sheath or holder so they cannot be drawn. Replica and costume firearms must also be secured.
Peace ties will be checked at entry. Zip ties will be available if needed. Guests who do not wish to secure a costume weapon must store it safely off Museum property before entering. The Museum cannot hold or store weapons. Removing or breaking a peace tie while on Museum property may result in being asked to leave.