PirateFest features fine arts and crafts for sale, three live music stages, a "grog garden", pirate entertainers, a Parade of Pirates at 12:00, a children's pirate costume contest, a pirate encampment, an inflatable pirate ship for children, carnival rides, a fossil dig, free kayak rides, and a variety of food and entertainment from around the world at the International Ports o' Call. Visit www.piratefestnc.com for more information.