Aarrr You Ready Mateys?
What’s New for Pirate Fest 2026
Big news, Mateys — Pirate Fest is bigger and better than ever! Here’s what’s new this year:
⚓ New Location: Port Royal at Big Stan’s
Just steps from Buckeye Lake, our new home features more space, better parking, and a full bar with seating — the perfect place to launch your weekend adventure.
⚓ Expanded Port Royal Markets
Explore 100+ vendors, including a brand‑new Renaissance Market offering handcrafted goods, artisan treasures, and unique festival finds sponsored by Turner Kokosing.
⚓ More Entertainment Than Ever
Enjoy more performers, more shows, and more surprises throughout the weekend.
Special features include:
- Carbliss Pirate Fashion & Body Art Show
- Pirate Karaoke
- Pass the Flag Ceremony & Ribbon Cutting
⚓ More Food & Vendors
A larger marketplace brings new local favorites, expanded food options, and more ways to feast like a pirate.
⚓ Tri‑County Pirate Treasure Hunt & Area Activities
- The legendary Tri‑County Treasure Hunt returns with 30+ chests hidden across three counties. New this year:
- A bounty of live music and family‑friendly activities all around the lake
- Treasure Hunt Tours accessible by pontoon boat, bicycles, motorcycles, golf cars, and more
- Special offers at local businesses
The Port Royal Pirate Marketplace
The Port Royal Pirate Marketplace is free to attend and features two outdoor shopping areas featuring over 100+ vendor booths and multiple food trucks.
Free family & children’s entertainment will be provided throughout the festival.
The Pirate Market will be held at Port Royal Market: located at the Captain Big Stan’s, 8635 Blackbird Lane, Thornville, Ohio.
Do You Want to be a vendor at Pirate Marketplace
Admission is FREE to PirateFest and open to the public!
Port Royal Marketplace Sponsored by:
Avast Hearties! Join us with adult or family-friendly events that celebrate Pirates, Mermaids, and Steampunks too!
Make plans to bring your friends and family to the Pirate Fest at Buckeye Lake!
Come for the Treasure ~ Stay for the Fun!
Pirates
Steampunk
Mermaids
Prepare To Raise The Sails, Landlubbers!
The Northern Exposure Landship
“The Worlds Tallest ArrVee”
Will drop anchor at Port Royal
