06-06-2025
Elizabeth River Channel closing schedule for Harborfest
The video above is from WAVY's 2024 coverage of the Norfolk Harborfest Parade of Sail.
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – Harborfest is back again, and with that comes ensuring a safe waterway for the festivities to take place along the Norfolk waterfront.
Harborfest Guide
Both the Virginia Sector Coast Guard and regional partners are set to enforce a safety zone in the Elizabeth River Channel from June 6-8, 2025.
Waterway closures will be in effect at the following times over the course of the event:
June 6: 2:30-3:15 p.m. during a search and rescue demonstration
June 6: 9:15-9:45 p.m. during a drone show
June 7: 1:15-2 p.m. during a search and rescue demonstration
June 7: 4:15-5:30 p.m. during a tug muster
June 7: 9-10 p.m. during the fireworks show
If there is inclement weather, the Channel will also be closed on June 8 from 8:30-9:30 p.m.
Vessels will not be allowed to enter the regulated areas during these times, however special spectator anchor locations for boaters will be marked by buoys for the duration of the event.
If you plan to travel on foot, you can also find street closings and parking availability on our website .
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