Sail4th 250
Coverage of Sail4th 250 in the Nexus archive.
- I went to the largest maritime gathering in US history, featuring ships from 20 countries, for America's 250th birthday. Here's what I saw.
New York City hosted the largest maritime gathering in US history for America's 250th birthday, featuring ships from 20 countries and two active-duty US Navy ships. The event, organized by Sail4th 250, included a parade of tall ships and public tours of naval vessels from July 3 to July 8, 2026.
- Jet skier and small boat breach Sail4th 250 security zone as Coast Guard scrambles
A jet ski and a small boat breached the security zone at Sail4th 250, prompting the US Coast Guard to respond. The incident disrupted the event's security protocols and required immediate action from authorities.
- JD Vance celebrates ‘250 years of America facing the future without fear’ in 4th of July address in NYC
Vice President JD Vance celebrated 250 years of America facing the future without fear during a 4th of July address in New York City. He thanked President Trump for reviving a naval tradition aboard the USS Kearsarge during the Sail4th 250 event.
- No drones allowed in NYC, NJ during Fourth of July weekend, officials warn
Federal officials have issued a temporary drone flight restriction over the Hudson River and parts of the Jersey Shore for security reasons related to the Sail4th 250 event. The restriction, enforced by the Federal Aviation Administration, began on Wednesday and lasts through the Fourth of July weekend.