Tall Ships® Midland
Get ready for a weekend packed with memorable experiences, live performances, and non-stop family fun.
Don't miss out on this highly anticipated event – it only happens every three years! Tall Ships® Midland takes place at the Town of Midland Harbour on the shores of beautiful Georgian Bay August 15 to 17, 2025.
Tickets for sail outs are sold out, but deck tours tickets are still available! Get yours before they're gone.
The weekend includes opportunities to tour four elegant tall ships as well as board a tall ship for a scenic evening sail out. Festival visitors will also enjoy live music and entertainment, a vendor area, and more – all within a few steps from our delightful downtown.
Happening alongside Tall Ships® Midland is the Northern Heat Rib Series and Beer Fest, as well as a Midway Carnival with fun amusement rides!
Don't miss the boat! Grab your tickets now.
Tall Ships Visiting Midland in 2025
Empire Sandy
| Empire Sandy Vessel Information |
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Full Name of Vessel: Empire Sandy Homeport: Toronto Year launched: 1943 Country of Registration: Canada Gross Registered Tonnage: 338 Sparred Length: 200’ Freeboard: 8’ Draft: 14’ Beam: 30’ Rig Height Above Water: 116’ Engine Type: Single Screw Aux Diesel 340hp |
St. Lawrence II
| St. Lawrence II Vessel Information |
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Full Name of Vessel: St. Lawrence II Homeport: Kingston Year launched: 1953 Country of Registration: Canada Gross Registered Tonnage: 34.3 Sparred Length: 72’ Freeboard: 4’ Draft: 8’ 6” Beam: 14’ Rig Height Above Water: 57’ Engine Type: Caterpillar 3056, 125hp |
Ernestina-Morrissey
| Ernestina-Morrissey Vessel Information |
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Full Name of Vessel: Ernestina-Morrissey Homeport: New Bedford MA Year launched: 1894 Country of Registration: USA Gross Registered Tonnage: 156’ Sparred Length: 156’ Freeboard: 5’ Draft: 12’ Beam: 26’ Rig Height Above Water: 110’ Engine Type: Information not available |
Circe
| Circe Vessel Information |
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Full Name of Vessel: Circe of Toronto Homeport: Parry Sound, Ontario Year launched: 1966 Country of Registration: Canada Gross Registered Tonnage: 30.9 Sparred Length: 65’ Freeboard: 4’ Draft: 6’ Beam: 16’ Rig Height Above Water: 65’ Engine Type: Cummins Diesel 220hp |
Schedule
| Cost | Friday August 15 | Saturday August 16 | Sunday August 17 | |
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Parade of Sail (90 minutes) |
Free | 3:00pm | ||
| Music on the Centre Pier | Free | 3:00pm - 6:00pm | ||
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Vendors at David Onley Park |
Vendor Pricing | 3:00pm - 9:00pm | 10:00am - 5:00pm |
10:00am - 5:00pm |
| Buskers |
Free |
10:00am - 5:00pm |
10:00am - 5:00pm |
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| Ship Deck Tours |
$15.00 Adults 18+ $10.00 Seniors 65+/ Children 6-17 Children under 5 free |
10:00am - 5:00pm Last Admission 4:00pm |
10:00am - 5:00pm Last Admission 4:00pm |
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Pirate Boatmobile |
Included in deck tour admission fee |
10:00am - 5:00pm |
10:00am - 5:00pm |
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Empire Sandy Sail Out Pass |
$65.00 plus applicable fees and taxes |
Ship Departs 7:00pm Returns 8:30pm (Sold Out) |
Ship Departs 7:00pm Returns 8:30pm (Sold Out) |
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| Community Captain's Dinner |
$50.00 13 and older $30.00 12 and under Midland Legion Branch 80 |
7:00pm | ||
| Boathouse BBQ | Food and Beverages for Purchase | 11:00am - 5:00pm | 11:00am - 5:00pm | |
| Midway Carnival Rides | $30.00 Play all day wristband | 12:00pm - 11:00pm | 11:00am - 11:00pm | 11:00am - 6:00pm |
| Northern Heat Rib Series |
$2.00 admission Children under 5 free |
4:00pm - 10:30pm | 11:00am - 10:30pm | 11:00am - 6:00pm |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
| Purchase Tickets |
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Advance: Tickets can be purchased in advance through the TicketPro website. Day of Event: Deck tour tickets can also be purchased at the Midland Harbour on Saturday August 16 and Sunday August 17 from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Please note: Tickets are non-transferable. |
| Footwear |
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Proper footwear must be worn by all visitors boarding the vessels (rubber sole shoes, sneakers, or boat shoes). Leather sole shoes and flip flops are slippery and dangerous on deck. Absolutely no spike heels are permitted aboard the ship |
| Shuttles |
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View our Shuttle Map Shuttle Schedule – Saturday & Sunday: Parking Lot Location: ZF Parking Lot – 16643 Highway 12, Midland Drop Off Location: David Onley Park - 475 Bayshore Drive, Midland Shuttles will run approximately every 15 minutes.
Please note: There is no overnight parking at the shuttle location. |
| Sail Out |
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| Parking |
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There are free municipal parking lots downtown, however, they will fill up quickly. Visit the Parking webpage for locations. |
| Maps |
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| Pets |
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Due to the number of festival visitors and crowds, we strongly recommend leaving your pet at home. Pets will not be permitted within the fenced/secured area of the festival. Service animals are permitted. |
| Accessibility |
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Due to their historic nature, most ships are not wheelchair accessible. Walkers and canes may be accommodated, but please check with ship's crew before boarding. The ships are majestic to see, even from the dock. Other aspects of the festival are barrier-free such as the Parade of Sail (Friday only), entertainment, buskers, and vendors. |
| Vendor Application |
| Vendor applications closed on June 27, 2025. Late submissions will not be considered. |
| Security Measures |
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Tall Ships® Midland has enhanced security procedures:
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Rain |
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Umbrellas are not permitted aboard ships; bring a rain jacket if needed. |
| Sponsorship Opportunity |
| Please visit our event sponsorship page to learn more about how you can sponsor our event. |
Ships and Sales
The Tall Ships are coming! Some of our local businesses are participating in "Ships and Sales," offering sales, specials, or promotions to customers during the weekend of August 15-17. Participating businesses will be included in the dropdown list below and will also have a sign posted in their window during Tall Ships weekend.
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Up to 50% off summer clearance items. In-store only. 10% off all greens and prepared products. Inquire within. Inquire within. |
Thank You to Our Funders and Sponsors
Partner Sponsor
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Funders
Supporting Sponsors
In-Kind Contributors
Notice of Filming
This event is being photographed and filmed/video recorded. By your presence in this event, you acknowledge that you have been informed that you may be photographed and/or recorded as part of this event. Further, by your presence here, you grant your irrevocable permission for your likeness, mannerisms and voice to be included in theatrical, broadcast television, home video and/or any and all media known or hereafter devised, in perpetuity, and the advertising and publicity thereof.
Further, by your presence in this area, you grant your permission for your likeness and voice to be included therein without compensation, credit or other consideration. If you do not wish to be photographed, recorded or otherwise appear under these conditions, you should notify the production team immediately. Thank you for your cooperation.
Please Note: We will never solicit payments over social media. All communication regarding the festival will be from the Town of Midland staff either by phone, verified email, or through our booking platform Perfect Mind.
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and any other social media platform are not secure for payments. Anyone requesting payment via Paypal or e-transfer should be assumed fraudulent and reported to festival staff immediately via email.
