Bill Johnston's Pirate Days,
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About the event
Alexandria Bay is the proud home of the Famous “Bill Johnstons Pirate Days.” There are 10 days filled with family fun and special events. Our sword-fighting group, known as the ‘Tales from Remikreh,’ will be performing throughout the Village streets and at various Route 12 locations. Be sure to stop by and visit the Entertainment tent for a list of activities planned for that day.
Bill Johnston was a renegade after the Patriots War, who blew up the British steamer, Sir Robert Peel, hid among the 1000 Islands, and was hunted by both U.S. and Canadian authorities. The annual Bill Johnston’s Pirates Days celebration commemorates some of his exploits. Fill your senses with the sound and spectacle when pirate ships attack the village from the St. Lawrence River, as the brave villagers try to stave them off. The air is filled with smoke and the sound of musket fire and cannon, and eventually the villagers succumb as the pirates invade the town. After the Mayor turns over the key to the village to the invading marauders, everyone becomes a pirate.
The Alexandria Bay Chamber of Commerce, through the hard work of our members; sponsor all of the above events. You are invited to join in the spirit of Pirate Days and dress as a Pirate, Patriot, or Indian when attending any or all of these events. All times are subject to change. Please check the Event Board at the Entertainment Tent or at the Chamber Office at (315) 482-9531. A band of Sword Fighting Pirates will be available during all 10 days at most events listed for photo opportunities. The Tales from Remikreh group will be throughout the Village so BEWARE! Please see the schedule at the Entertainment Tent for specific locations and times. Check out local merchants for sales of event flags. Most events are free and for the enjoyment of the public.
Why should you sponsor?
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10000+ attendees expected
50% Male Attendees
50% Female Attendees
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1 available packages from US$3000
https://www.sponsormyevent.com/bill-johnston-s-pirate-days-alexandria-bayDiamond Level - $3000 and up Your product will be the exclusive official sponsor. Your logo will be on our 3’ x 40’ welcome banner as well as bandstand banners. Other banner locations are available and must be discussed prior to hanging. Your name announced at all block dances, all invasions, the grand parade, and other entertainment venues. Your logo will be featured on the cover of the entertainment schedule (approximately 10,000 - 20,000 copies issued) Be part of the invasion with a premiere seat on the pirate ship to the highest sponsor. Inclusion in all advertising Your logo featured exclusively on an event billboard featuring the schedule of events. You logo featured in press releases and paid advertising spots. The link to your website will be featured on Bill Johnston’s Pirate Days page of the Chamber of Commerce website for the season. Two passes to Uncle Sam’s Boat tours. Sponsorship certificate
3 available