*Active Military & Veterans Ride The Ferry Free During Fleet Week!
Service men and women in uniform or those who have a valid military ID showing their active duty or veteran status can ride FREE on all NY Waterway ferry routes.
Fleet Week is a great time to take the family on the "ferry" to NYC to see and honor:
The Thousands of Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen from U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard ships will be in Manhattan for Fleet Week New York. Hosted nearly every year since 1984, Fleet Week New York is the City's celebration of the sea services.
This annual event also provides an opportunity for the citizens of New York City and the surrounding Tri-State area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness first hand the latest capabilities of today's Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard Team. Fleet Week includes dozens of military demonstrations and displays throughout the week, as well as public visitation of many
of the participating ships.
Kids under 12 ride the ferry FREE on ALL routes during Memorial Day Weekend, May 26-28, 2018.
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What To Do During Fleet Week?
- Tour visiting ships
- Lectures
- Watch the parade of ships in the harbor
- Watch competitions, including tug of war and eating contests
- Memorial Day ceremony
- Musical performances by sailors and marines
2018 Fleet Week Schedule of Event
Tuesday, May 22, 2018
Event: Navy Aviation - Miller Field
Time: 10 a.m. - noon
Location: Miller Field, Staten Island
The U.S. Navy will host an aviation static display event at Miller Field in Staten Island. Navy Band Northeast's "Brass Band" will also perform. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: Navy Band Concert
Time: Noon - 1:15 p.m.
Location: Central Park (Naumburg Bandshell)
Navy Band Northeast's "Ceremonial Band" will perform a concert at Central Park's Naumburg Bandshell. Event is free and open to the public.
Wednesday, May 23, 2018
Event: Parade of Ships
Time: TBD
Location: NY Harbor
The Parade of Ships officially kicks off 2018 Fleet Week New York. The ships will be able to be seen along the Hudson River from Battery Park to just south of the George Washington Bridge. Event is free to the public to view.
Event: Navy Divers at NY Aquarium
Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: NY Aquarium, 602 Surf. Ave, Brooklyn
U.S. Navy divers will be diving in the tank at the NY Aquarium for guests to view. Come out and take photos and interact with them throughout the day.
Event: U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team Performance
Time: 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Fort Wadsworth, Staten Island
The U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team will perform at Fort Wadsworth. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: Navy Band Concert
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: South Street Seaport, 12 Fulton St., Manhattan
Navy Band Northeast's "Brass Band" will perform a concert at the South Street Seaport. Event is free and open to the public.
Thursday, May 24, 2018
Event: General Public Ship Tours
Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Pier 90 in Manhattan; Brooklyn Cruise Terminal (in the Red Hook Community) in Brooklyn; and Homeport Pier in Staten Island
Ship tours will be held on Pier 90; Brooklyn Cruise Terminal; and Homeport Pier. Notice to guests, electronic smoking devices are prohibited. Additionally, all guests over the age of 18 will be required to show a valid photo I.D. Events are free and open to the public.
Event: General Public Ship Tours (Pier 86)
Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Pier 86 (Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum) in Manhattan
Ship tours will be held on Pier 86. Notice to guests, electronic smoking devices are prohibited. Additionally, all guests over the age of 18 will be required to show a valid photo I.D. Events are free and open to the public.
Event: Navy Dive Tank in Times Square
Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Military Island, Times Square (43-44 St. Plaza)
U.S. Navy divers will dive in the Navy Dive Tank right in Times Square throughout the day. Come by and play tic-tac-toe, see their gear, take photos and learn about the U.S. Navy. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: Read Aloud at Brooklyn Public Library
Time: 11 a.m. - noon
Location: Red Hook Brooklyn Public Library, 7 Wolcott St., Brooklyn
U.S. Navy Sailors will read to children at the Red Hook Brooklyn Public Library.Event is free and open to the public.
Event: Navy Band Concert
Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Washington Park, W. 4th Street, Greenwich Village
Navy Band Northeast's "Ceremonial Band" will perform a concert at the arch in Washington Square Park. Event is free and open to the public.
Friday, May 25, 2018
Event: General Public Ship Tours
Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Pier 90 in Manhattan; Brooklyn Cruise Terminal (in the Red Hook Community) in Brooklyn; and Homeport Pier in Staten Island
Ship tours will be held on Pier 90; Brooklyn Cruise Terminal; and Homeport Pier. Notice to guests, electronic smoking devices are prohibited. Additionally, all guests over the age of 18 will be required to show a valid photo I.D. Events are free and open to the public.
Event: General Public Ship Tours (Pier 86)
Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Pier 86 (Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum) in Manhattan
Ship tours will be held on Pier 86. Notice to guests, electronic smoking devices are prohibited. Additionally, all guests over the age of 18 will be required to show a valid photo I.D. Events are free and open to the public.
Event: Navy Dive Tank in Times Square
Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Military Island, Times Square (43-44 St. Plaza)
U.S. Navy divers will dive in the Navy Dive Tank right in Times Square throughout the day. Come by and play tic-tac-toe, see their gear, take photos and learn about the U.S. Navy. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: NYPD/U.S. Navy Association Remembrance Ceremony and Celebration
Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: NYPD Headquarters Auditorium, One Police Plaza, Manhattan
NYPD/U.S. Navy Association will honor fallen Sailors and police officers during a remembrance ceremony in the NYPD Headquarters Auditorium. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team Performance
Time: 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: 9/11 Memorial Plaza
The U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team will perform on the 9/11 Memorial Plaza. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: Joint Reenlistment and Promotion Ceremony
Time: 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: 9/11 Memorial Plaza
Sea service members will participate in a Reenlistment and Promotion Ceremony on the 9/11 Memorial Plaza. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team Performance
Time: 3:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Military Island, Times Square (43-44 St. Plaza)
The U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team will perform at Military Island in Times Square. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: U.S. Marine Corps Martial Arts Program Demonstration
Time: 7:15 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Location: Military Island, Times Square (43-44 St. Plaza)
The U.S. Marine Corps will host a martial arts demonstration at Military Island in Times Square. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: Navy Band Concert
Time: 8 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
Location: Military Island, Times Square (43-44 St. Plaza)
Navy Band Northeast's "Rhode Island Sound" will perform a concert at Military Island in Times Square. Event is free and open to the public.
Saturday, May 26, 2018
Event: General Public Ship Tours
Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Pier 90 in Manhattan; Brooklyn Cruise Terminal (in the Red Hook Community) in Brooklyn; and Homeport Pier in Staten Island
Ship tours will be held on Pier 90; Brooklyn Cruise Terminal; and Homeport Pier. Notice to guests, electronic smoking devices are prohibited. Additionally, all guests over the age of 18 will be required to show a valid photo I.D. Events are free and open to the public.
Event: General Public Ship Tours (Pier 86)
Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Pier 86 (Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum) in Manhattan
Ship tours (U.S. Coast Guard only) will be held on Pier 86. Notice to guests, electronic smoking devices are prohibited. Additionally, all guests over the age of 18 will be required to show a valid photo I.D. Events are free and open to the public.
Event: Marine Day
Time: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Prospect Park, Brooklyn
The U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) will host Marine Day in Prospect Park featuring workout with Marines, interactive and aviation static displays, demonstrations and a performance by the USMC Battle Color Detachment. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: Navy Dive Tank in Times Square
Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Military Island, Times Square (43-44 St. Plaza)
U.S. Navy divers will dive in the Navy Dive Tank right in Times Square throughout the day. Come by and play tic-tac-toe, see their gear, take photos and learn about the U.S. Navy. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: Navy Aviation - Eisenhower Park
Time: 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Eisenhower Park, East Meadow
The U.S. Navy will host an aviation event at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, NY. Navy Band Northeast's "Brass Band" will also perform. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team Performance
Time: 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: USS Arlington (LPD 24), Pier 90, Manhattan
The U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team will perform aboard USS Arlington (LPD 24) at Pier 90 in Manhattan. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: U.S. Coast Guard Search and Rescue Demonstration
Time: Noon - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Homeport Pier, Staten Island
U.S. Coast Guard will conduct a Search and Rescue demonstration in the vicinity of the water off of Homeport Pier for visitors to see. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team Performance
Time: 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Pier 86, Manhattan
The U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team will perform at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in Manhattan. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: All-Navy Rugby vs. NYPD All-Stars Rugby
Time: 2 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Location: Gaelic Park, 201 W. 240th St., Bronx
The All-Navy Rugby team will take on the NYPD All-Stars Rugby team. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team Performance
Time: 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Brooklyn Cruise Terminal, Brooklyn
The U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team will perform at the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal in Brooklyn. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: Navy Band Concert
Time: 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Military Island, Times Square (43-44 St. Plaza)
Navy Band Northeast's "Rhode Island Sound" will perform a concert at Military Island in Times Square. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: U.S. Marine Corps Battle Color Detachment Performance
Time: 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Location: Times Square (Father Duffy Square, 7th Ave & W 47th St.)
The U.S. Marine Corps Battle Color Detachment will perform in Times Square (Father Duffy Square) for the general public in front of the TKTS red steps. Event is free and open to the public.
Sunday, May 27, 2018
Event: Freedom Run
Time: 8 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Location: North Cove Marina to 9/11 Memorial Plaza
The annual Fleet Week Freedom Run is a 1.7 mile fun run through financial district and culminating at the 9/11 Memorial Plaza. The U.S. Marine Corps Battle Color Detachment will also perform following the run. Events is free and open to the public to view.
Event: General Public Ship Tours
Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Pier 90 in Manhattan; Brooklyn Cruise Terminal (in the Red Hook Community) in Brooklyn; and Homeport Pier in Staten Island
Ship tours will be held on Pier 90; Brooklyn Cruise Terminal; and Homeport Pier. Notice to guests, electronic smoking devices are prohibited. Additionally, all guests over the age of 18 will be required to show a valid photo I.D. Events are free and open to the public.
Event: General Public Ship Tours (Pier 86)
Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Pier 86 (Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum) in Manhattan
Ship tours (U.S. Coast Guard only) will be held on Pier 86. Notice to guests, electronic smoking devices are prohibited. Additionally, all guests over the age of 18 will be required to show a valid photo I.D. Events are free and open to the public.
Event: U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team Performance
Time: 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Location: 9/11 Memorial Plaza
The U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team will perform on the 9/11 Memorial Plaza. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: 10th Annual Veterans Appreciation Day & Memorial Tribute Event at Rye Playland
Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Rye Playland, 1 Playland Park, Rye
Event will include military static displays and a ceremony in honor of Memorial Day. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team Performance
Time: 11:30 a.m. - noon.
Location: Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Pier 86, Manhattan
The U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team will perform at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in Manhattan. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: 3rd Annual Fleet Week at Liberty State Park
Time: Noon - 5 p.m.
Location: Liberty State Park, 200 Morris Pesin Dr., Jersey City, NJ
Join the U.S. Navy (USN), U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) and U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) as they showcase the latest capabilities of today's maritime services. Event will include a performance by Navy Band Northeast's "Brass Band," USN helicopter static displays, USN Dive Tank, a performance by the USMC Battle Color Detachment, USMC Martial Arts Program demonstration, USCG Search and Rescue demonstration, USCG Silent Drill Team performance, military static displays, kids activities, and more! Event is free and open to the public. Click here for the event flyer.
Event: Annual Fleet Week Music Festival
Time: Noon - 7 p.m.
Location: Flagship Brewery, 140 Minthorne St., Staten Island
The Flagship Brewery and community members will host their annual music festival in honor of Fleet Week. Local bands scheduled to perform. Event is free and open to the public. Click here for the event flyer.
Event: Navy Band Concert
Time: 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Military Island, Times Square (43-44 St. Plaza)
Navy Band Northeast's "Rhode Island Sound" will perform a concert at Military Island in Times Square. Event is free and open to the public.
Monday, May 28, 2018
Event: General Public Ship Tours (Last Day For Tours!)
Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Pier 90 in Manhattan; Brooklyn Cruise Terminal (in the Red Hook Community) in Brooklyn; and Homeport Pier in Staten Island
Ship tours will be held on Pier 90; Brooklyn Cruise Terminal; and Homeport Pier. Notice to guests, electronic smoking devices are prohibited. Additionally, all guests over the age of 18 will be required to show a valid photo I.D. Events are free and open to the public.
Event: General Public Ship Tours (Pier 86 - Last Day For Tours!)
Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Pier 86 (Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum) in Manhattan
Ship tours will be held on Pier 86. Notice to guests, electronic smoking devices are prohibited. Additionally, all guests over the age of 18 will be required to show a valid photo I.D. Events are free and open to the public.
Event: Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Day Observance
Time: 10 a.m. - noon
Location: Manhattan, New York (Riverside Dr. & 89th St.)
Annual Memorial Day Commemoration Ceremony will take place at Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument in Manhattan. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: Intrepid Memorial Day Commemoration
Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Manhattan, New York (12th Ave. & 46th St. Pier 86N)
Honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice serving in the armed forces. Join hundreds of veterans, representing wars and conflicts from WWII to the present. Event is free and open to the public. Visit the Intrepid Museum website for more details here
Event: U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team Performance
Time: 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Pier 86, Manhattan
The U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team will perform at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in Manhattan. Event is free and open to the public.
Event: U.S. Coast Guard Search and Rescue Demonstration
Time: 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Pier 86, Manhattan
U.S. Coast Guard will conduct a Search and Rescue demonstration in the vicinity of the water off of Pier 86 for visitors to see. Event is free and open to the public.
Tuesday, May 29, 2018
Event: Ships depart
Time: TBD
Location: NY Harbor
The event signals the end of 2018 Fleet Week New York. Ships will depart the area at various times.