The Buccaneer Ball
The pirates be gatherin’ to kick off this year’s festival as the Buccaneer Ball returns to the one and only Crab Shack. The Buccaneer Ball boasts live entertainment, costume contests, grub and grog as only the Crab Shack can provide, and a bounty of pirates and wenches. Join the brethren of Tybee as we crown our 2017 King and Queen and kick off our swashbuckling weekend.
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Come one, come all, to the 2017 Buccaneer Ball! Join us for an evening of dancing, frivolity, and food! The Crab Shack hosts the kickoff to the 13th annual Tybee Island Pirate Fest, a weekend full of swashbuckling fun for all! The Buccaneer Ball boasts grub and grog like only The Crab Shack can provide, and of course, a bounty of pirates and wenches!
NEW! The Buccaneer Ball will be hosted by Dungeon Dan BlackHart, Kruel Kathy BlackHart and the lovely Lady Lindsey Lee!
This event is open only to pirates and wenches age 18 and up.
The Buccaneer Ball will feature NEW entertainment, grub & grog, a costume contest, and more!
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL! Tickets are $40 per person until September 1st.
Tickets are $45 per person from September 2nd- October 1st.
Tickets are $50 October 2nd – 4th. Online ticket sales end at 11:59pm on October 4th.
Tickets at the door on October 5th will be $50, if available.
Early check in will be available on October 5th from 12pm – 4pm at The Gift Shack. Beat the lines at the door by checking in early! You must arrive in person and present your photo ID to check in early, and we must wristband you at the time you check in. We are not able to hand out wristbands without seeing ID to verify age, and we cannot allow someone to pick up wristbands for another person- unless they want an “Under 21- Do Not Serve” wristband.
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Event FAQ
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
All attendees will be required to show a valid photo ID to gain entrance to the Buccaneer Ball. No one under the age of 18 will be admitted.
Can I bring my pet dog/bird/cat/lizard/etc?
Pets are not permmited at the Buccaneer Ball, so Fido and Polly will have to sit this event out. Even comfort animals won’t find much comfort here due to the cannon firings and possbile black powder weapons fired. If you must bring your animal you will have to sit in the public portion of the restaurant and you will not be able to participate in the private, ticketed Buccaneer Ball.
What are my transportation/parking options getting to the event?
The Crab Shack offers ample, FREE, off street parking on premises. While we do not provide transportation to and from the event, there are many cab companies on Tybee and in Savannah that can provide transporation to and from your location.
What can/can’t I bring to the event?
DO bring: pirate garb, pirate attitude, pirate lingo, valid photo ID
DON’T bring: children or anyone under the age of 18, pets,outside food or drinks
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Questions can be directed to stephanie@thecrabshack.com
Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
No, registration/ticket transfers are not allowed. The name on your registration MUST match the name on your valid photo ID.
Can I update my registration information?
Yes, you can update the registration information. Please be sure to provide each individuals name and each individuals valid email address.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No. Printed tickets are not necessary. We will have a registration/ticket list and we will verify each attendees valid photo ID with the information provided. The name on your registration must match your photo ID.
What is the refund policy?
The Buccaeer Ball is a rain or shine event, and ticket sales are final. Refunds will only be offered in the event of an Act of God.
The name on the registration/ticket doesn’t match the attendee. Is that okay?
No! It is very important that the information provided at the time tickets are purchased matches the name on your valid photo ID. If you are purchasing tickets for multiple people, be sure to provide each individuals name. We cannot admit those whose name on their photo ID differs from the name on the ticket.
Why do you need each individual’s name and email address?
If you purchase tickets for multiple people, you must provide each individual’s name. The names provided must match each person’s valid photo ID to be admitted to the Buccaneer Ball. If you don’t know at the time of purchase who your companion will be, you can provide a name at a later time by emailing stephanie@thecrabshack.com.
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