San Diego - Brats And Beer On The Bay

'Sail-A-Brate' Father's Day On Californian

The Maritime Museum of San Diego invites you to the Father's Day celebration aboard the 145' schooner Californian on Sunday, June 18 and 19.  The sail begins with a souvenir photo of all in your party, which will be ready for pickup when you return.

Each adult receives a delicious bratwurst sandwich, chips and a cold beer prior to sailing. Hot-dogs and soft drinks are available for the kids.

Photos will be taken from 10 a.m. -11:30 a.m. and the three-hour sailing trip will begin boarding at 11:30 a.m. and returns at 3:00 p.m. Guests are welcome to enjoy the museum before and after the sail.  Tickets are $65 per adult and $40 for children 12 & under.

July 4th Picnic Dinner - View Fantastic Fireworks From The Museum

The best place to celebrate the Fourth of July will be at the Maritime Museum of San Diego again this year. The observation deck of the museum's historic 1898 steam ferry Berkeley provides a spectacular view of the fireworks show over San Diego Bay.

A delicious BBQ dinner will be provided at two seatings - one from 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. and the other from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Fireworks viewing is included with museum admission and guests are welcome to watch fireworks from several ships as well as the new mooring platform located directly behind the Berkeley.

Fireworks begin at 9:00 p.m. Prices for dinner purchased in advance online are $35 for adults and $18 children 12 and under.  Kids 5 and under are free.

A special discounted admission of $10 will begin at 8 p.m. for guests only wanting to watch the fireworks. The museum closes at 9:30 p.m.