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We host both public and private events aboard our 1901 historic tall ship Gazela, docked at Penn’s Landing.

EVENTS

​Conveniently located and boasting stunning views of the Delaware River, Gazela is a unique event space. Find information on our upcoming public events below or find out more about hosting a private event aboard.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Happenings

  • Crew Work Day @ 9:00 am
    Crew Work Day @ 9:00 am
    Sat, May 16
    Gazela Primeiro
    May 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
    Gazela Primeiro, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
    Come volunteer on-board the Gazela, no membership or experience required! Some days may be in Chester, watch our Weekly Update for the most updated information.
  • Aloft Training 12:30pm (L2 Intermediate Course)
    Aloft Training 12:30pm (L2 Intermediate Course)
    Sat, May 16
    Gazela Primeiro
    May 16, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
    Gazela Primeiro, 211 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
    While not a Sailing Requirement, this course is an introduction to the safety principles of climbing aloft.
  • Line Handling & Emergency Response - (L1 Required Sailing Training)
    Line Handling & Emergency Response - (L1 Required Sailing Training)
    Sun, May 17
    Gazela Primeiro
    May 17, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    Gazela Primeiro, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
    Fulfill your Sailing Requirement classes before the summer season! This session combines two of the necessary courses to qualify as a crew member on our Chesapeake voyage for America 250 festivals.
  • Crew Work Day @ 9:00 am
    Crew Work Day @ 9:00 am
    Sat, May 23
    Gazela Primeiro
    May 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
    Gazela Primeiro, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
    Come volunteer on-board the Gazela, no membership or experience required! Some days may be in Chester, watch our Weekly Update for the most updated information.
  • Combo Trainings - Intro to the Guild & How to be a Good Safe Shipmate
    Combo Trainings - Intro to the Guild & How to be a Good Safe Shipmate
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, May 23
    Gazela Primeiro
    May 23, 2026, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
    Gazela Primeiro, 211 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
    1230-1530: Join us for back-to-back Sailing Requirement courses Intro to the Guild and How to be a Safe, Good Shipmate.
  • Free Maritime Welding Workshop
    Free Maritime Welding Workshop
    Sat, May 30
    Barge Poplar
    May 30, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Barge Poplar, Penn's Landing, Philadelphia, PA, USA
    Join us in the morning on Saturday, May 9th at Barge Poplar on Penn's Landing for a free maritime welding workshop with L.C. Weitz!
  • Crew Work Day @ 9:00 am
    Crew Work Day @ 9:00 am
    Sat, May 30
    Gazela Primeiro
    May 30, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
    Gazela Primeiro, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
    Come volunteer on-board the Gazela, no membership or experience required! Some days may be in Chester, watch our Weekly Update for the most updated information.
  • Training Class - Anchoring / Anchor Chain 12:30pm (Intermediate Course)
    Training Class - Anchoring / Anchor Chain 12:30pm (Intermediate Course)
    Sat, May 30
    Gazela Primeiro
    May 30, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
    Gazela Primeiro, 211 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
    While not a Sailing Requirement, you will certainly need this intermediate skill if sailing with us. To be as competent a crew member as possible on our Chesapeake voyage for America 250 festivals, you'll want to have this under your belt.
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