So you want to be a pirate? You have a big choice to make.

Blackbeard's Crew:
If you are a history buff, you want to look into John Glass and his authentic living history group, Blackbeard's Crew. They fight with swords, shoot guns, recreate battles and are immersed in Hampton's pirate history. But as with all good things there is a catch...authentic pirates have to dress completely authentically, from the buckles on your shoes to your tricorn hat.

For more information about becoming a pirate
in a living history reenactment contact
John Glass (757) 303-8519. Visit their website at http://www.blackbeardscrew.org

Polyester Pirates:
If you want to be a pirate just to have some fun, this would be choice number two. The other larger group of pirates we have at the Hampton Blackbeard Festival are the "polyester pirates". These pirates address the legends more than the historical accuracy of pirates in Hampton Roads. And man can you have fun with this. Polyester pirates can take many more liberties and be much more comfortable with their dress and actions. They can work and play in any area of the festival outside the living history exhibits. For more information contact: scanaday@vasc.org

Visiting Pirate Crews:
Devilmen of Cape Fear
The Vigilant Crew http://www.vigilantcrew.com
Crewe of the Archangel http://www.creweofthearchangel.com
The Naval Heritage Society http://www.navalheritage.org

Volunteers:
A festival this size relies on the countless hours of work provided by volunteers. We have many ways for you to become involved in the Festival. From providing information to guests, sales of merchandise and refreshments, to set up and breakdown. Every volunteer will receive an official 2007 Festival t-shirt. For more information on how to volunteer at the festival call 727-0900, ext. 743 or email scanaday@vasc.org.