'History and artwork': Tall ships in town for Sail Detroit festival

Tall ships bring history and adventure to Detroit River this weekend

The Detroit River comes alive with swashbuckling spirit this weekend as tall ships anchor along the waterfront for the Sail Detroit Festival.

Tall Ships Arrive in Detroit

Photo: Andrew Mullin ~ 760 WJR DETROIT, Aug. 8, 2025 ~ The famous Tall Ships are docked at the Detroit Riverfront, open to the public starting Friday. The Sail Detroit Festival, organized by the Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority, brought massive sailboats behind the Hart Plaza and the Renaissance Center, and will remain through Aug. 9-10. This event showcases tall ships ranging in size and style, with tickets available at saildetroit.com. Che…

Tall ships take over the RiverWalk as Sail Detroit festival starts

Historic boats are docked at the Detroit RiverWalk this weekend.

'History and artwork': Tall ships in town for Sail Detroit festival

The annual challenge allows people in host ports across the Great Lakes to board the ships, talk to captains and crew and learn about the ship's origins