The Festival of Sail in San Diego Bay

Tall ships sailing into San Diego Bay are led by the California, followed by the San Salvador and the Pilgrim. The maritime procession was part of the Festival of Sail, which kicked off Labor Day weekend. The vessels will be open to visitors during the weekend.

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Sept. 4, 2015 6:30 PM PT

After the parade of tall ships in San Diego Bay, a crew member of the Bill of Rights climbs down the rigging after dropping sails, left, while the Pilgrim furl its sails.

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The crew of the San Salvador waves to the crowd aboard the tour ship Hornblower in San Diego Bay.

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A replica of Juan Cabrillo’s sailing ship, the San Salvador, passes along San Diego’s waterfront during the Festival of Sail, which kicked off Labor Day weekend.

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A replica of Juan Cabrillo’s sailing ship, the San Salvador, passes the bow of the Midway aircraft carrier museum.

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