Arr You Ready? Long John Silver's® Celebrates Talk Like a Pirate Day with Free Food

 Talk like a pirate for a free piece of fish or chicken, dress like one for a full basket,
and score pirate temporary tattoos

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ahoy, mateys! Long John Silver's® is once again turning Talk Like a Pirate Day on Sept. 19 into a celebration worthy of the high seas with free food, bigger rewards for dressing the part, and pirate swag for guests.

Guests who talk like a pirate can score a free piece of Long John Silver's signature hand-battered fish or a Chicken Plank, while those who dress the part can claim an even bigger bounty: a free two-piece fish or chicken basket. The celebration doesn't stop with free food. Guests can get into character with temporary pirate themed tattoos while supplies last.

"Talk Like a Pirate Day is one of our favorite Long John Silver's traditions, and every year our guests make it even more fun," said Laura Ellis, chief marketing officer at Long John Silver's. "We see people come through our doors ready to celebrate with their best pirate voice, creative costumes, and plenty of pirate spirit. We love seeing that enthusiasm, and we're excited to give guests even more ways to be part of the celebration this year."

Get Into the Pirate Spirit
At participating locations, guests who talk like a pirate will receive a free piece of Long John Silver's signature hand-battered fish or a Chicken Plank. Those who come dressed as a pirate will receive a free two-piece fish or chicken basket. Whether guests keep it simple with an "Ahoy!" or "Aye aye!" or arrive dressed from head to toe in their best swashbuckling style, everyone has a way to join the annual tradition.

Talk Like a Pirate, Get Free Food
Even landlubbers can look the part. As part of the in-restaurant celebration, Long John Silver's crew members will hand out one of three temporary tattoo designs while supplies last, because no pirate look is complete without a little extra flair.

Ready to embrace your inner pirate? Mark your calendar for Sept. 19, when Long John Silver's Talk Like a Pirate Day celebration takes over participating locations nationwide. To find the nearest restaurant, guests can visit ljsilvers.com. For exclusive offers, rewards, and the latest updates, join the Seacret Society™ Rewards program.

About Long John Silver's
Long John Silver's was founded in 1969 and is on a mission to create treasured moments through high-quality food and bell-ringing service. With restaurants from sea to mouth-watering sea, Long John Silver's continues building on a belief that the unique seafood experience from the coasts should be accessible to all. Guests can enjoy their Long John Silver's favorites however they choose, whether dining in, taking it to go, or having it delivered. Learn more at ljsilvers.com or join the conversation on X, Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok.

SOURCE Long John Silver’s