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Old 01-13-2013, 02:49 PM
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We went last year and had the brunch at the Convention Center where the pirates landed and took over the city. We stayed over night and our hotel was on the parade route. The parade and reenactment were great. A large majority of spectators were in pirate dress. It's not for the faint of heart. The crowds are overwhelming and open containers are allowed. Think Mardi Gras environment. We enjoyed it but once was probably enough.