Pirate Mayhem - A Comedy Adventure Aboard the “Barbara-Lee” Paddleboat | Thursday May 21, 2026
Pirate Mayhem - A Comedy Adventure Aboard the “Barbara-Lee” Paddleboat | Thursday May 21, 2026
Set sail for laughs, adventure, and nonstop fun at Pirate Mayhem: Comedy Pirate Adventure Cruise aboard the Barbara Lee, where the ship and her guests are taken over by a bunch of fun, mischievous pirates! Created by Dotlight Theater Co. and Emerald Productions of Central Florida, this family-friendly, interactive theater experience invites guests to join in the silliness as outrageous pirates seize the ship. Expect big laughs, playful audience participation, and plenty of swashbuckling surprises as the story unfolds all around you.
In addition to the entertainment, enjoy close-up views of the area’s abundant wildlife— majestic great herons, “snakebirds,” osprey, eagles, turtles, alligators and you may even catch a glimpse of some manatees.
Cooked fresh in the ship’s kitchen and once onboard, you will choose from entrées including Coconut Chicken, Beef Short Rib, Glazed Salmon, Entrée Salad, Jambalaya, Herb Roasted Chicken, Ravioli, Salmon Milano or Vegetable Lasagna along with Fresh Fruit, Veggies & Dip, Salad Bar and Dessert, along with Coffee, Iced or Hot Tea. Full cash bar is also available on board.
Itinerary:
8:15 am-Depart Brownwood- behind the Brownwood Hotel and The Center for Advanced Healthcare (click here for map)
8:35 am- Depart Lake Sumter Landing (1045 Old Mill Run)
10:15 pm- Arrive in Sanford, FL
10:30 am- Boarding begins
11:00 am – Set Sail
2:15 pm - Board bus for return
3:30 pm - Approximate arrival time back in The Villages
Price includes transportation, admission on the “Barbara-Lee” with full dinner, bus driver tip and a bottle of water. Host gratuity is not included.
Day Trip purchase is non-refundable but is transferable to another person.


