I recently Attended the Norcal Pirate Fest in Vallejo CA:
http://www.norcalpiratefestival.com/mainpage.htm The Event is set in the 18th Century, but as with most pirates, pretty much anything goes!
Here are my photos from the event:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/48512843@N04/sets/72157624320314830/We set the world record for most pirates gathered in one place 2,600 pirates!!!
And here is a write-up about the 3/4 size tricorn I finished to wear to the event:
http://izodiea.livejournal.com/18295.html
I hope you enjoy, and make it to the festival next year!