A group of historic ships are setting a course for Buffalo this summer.

It's all part of the Tall Ships Challenge Great Lakes 2019 Race.

Twelve vessels, all replicas of ships from the Columbus-era and the War of 1812, will set sail from Toronto headed to the Queen City.

Once they arrive, visitors will be able to board and explore those majestic ships over four days of family fun at Canalside, the Riverwalk and the Erie Basin Marina.

The event will run from July 4 to July 7.