It’s that time of year again. San Francisco Fleet Week is back.
The fall tradition will be highlighted by the Blue Angels screaming across the skies, but there are plenty of other events to experience. Check out the guide below to learn more about Fleet Week events.
San Francisco Fleet Week is an annual celebration of the nation’s sea services.
A multi-day air show, parade of ships and ship tours highlight the weeklong festivities.
“San Francisco Fleet Week is an annual public event that honors the contributions of the men and women of the United States Armed Forces while advancing cooperation and knowledge among civilian- and military-based Humanitarian Assistance personnel,” a statement on the event’s website reads.
Fleet Week is scheduled to take place Sunday, Oct. 4 through Monday, Oct. 12.
Head to a location along San Francisco Bay between the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz to catch a thrilling aerial show featuring the Blue Angels, a United Airlines 777, and much more.
When: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 9, Saturday, Oct. 10 and Sunday, Oct. 11
Lineup and schedule: Stay tuned for detailed information on the airshow lineup and schedule
Where: Ticketed seating located at the Marina Green in San Francisco
Tickets: Air show tickets are available via the San Francisco Fleet Week website
Note: Gates open at 10 a.m. on Friday and 11 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday
Set your eyes on the water near the Golden Gate Bridge to catch the fleet of ships arriving in the Bay, escorted by a San Francisco Fire Department boat shooting water into the air.
When: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 9
Where: San Francisco Bay waterfront (the parade can be seen from locations along the water between the Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay Bridge)
Climb aboard various ships to see what it’s like to be a sailor in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard.
The visiting ships will be announced in late September.
Wednesday, Oct. 7
Who: TBD
When: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Pier 27; 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Pier 35
Thursday, Oct. 8
Who: TBD
When: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Pier 27 and Pier 35
Saturday, Oct. 10
Who: TBD
When: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Pier 27 and Pier 35
Sunday, Oct. 11
Who: TBD
When: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Pier 27 and Pier 35
Monday, Oct. 12
Who: TBD
When: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Pier 35
Pay special tribute to the U.S. service members who paid the ultimate sacrifice by attending the Honor Our Fallen Concert, led by the U.S. Marine Corps 1st Marine Division Band.
Enjoy Navy and Marine Corps bands perform during free concerts in neighborhoods across San Francisco. Check out the concert series schedule below.
Tuesday, Oct. 6
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Quintet
When: 12:30 p.m.
Where: TJPA Salesforce Park (425 Mission St.)
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Band
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Noe Valley Town Square (3861 24th St.)
Wednesday, Oct. 7
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Quintet
When: 11:30 a.m.
Where: SF VA Medical Center – outdoor picnic tables behind canteen (building 7) (4150 Clement St.)
Who: USAF Band of Golden West Brass
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Ghirardelli Square (900 North Point St. E100)
Who: Navy Band SW Woodwind Quintet
When: 3 p.m.
Where: Grace Cathedral (1100 California St.)
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Band
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Huntington Park (California and Taylor streets)
Who: Navy Band SW Brass Band
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Osaka Way in Japantown (Buchannan Street between Post and Sutter streets)
Who: USAF Band of Golden West – Mobility
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Pier 39
Thursday, Oct. 8
Who: Navy Band SW Woodwind Quintet
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Ferry Building back plaza (1 Ferry Building)
Who: USAF Band of Golden West Brass
When: 1 p.m.
Where: Crab Wheel Plaza (2820 Taylor St.)
Who: Navy Band SW Brass Band
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Jane Warner Plaza
Who: USAF Band of Golden West – Mobility
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Pier 39
Who: Navy Band SW Destroyers (DD)
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Heroes Block Party by American Legion Cathay Post 384 (1524 Powell St.)
Friday, Oct. 9
Who: 1st Marine Divison Brass Band
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Patricia’s Green in Hayes Valley (50 Fell St.)
Who: Navy Band SW Brass Band
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Golden Gate Park Band Shell (Music Concourse Dr.)
Who: USAF Band of Golden West – Mobility
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Crab Wheel Plaza (2820 Taylor St.)
Who: 191st Army Woodwind Quintet
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Presidio Tunnel Tops (210 Lincoln Blvd.)
Who: 1st Marine Division Popular Music Group
When: 4 p.m.
Where: Union Square (333 Post St.)
Who: Navy Band SW Woodwind Quintet
When: 4 p.m.
Where: Glen Park Library (2825 Diamond St.)
Who: Navy Band SW Destroyers (DD)
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Pier 39
Who: USAF Band of Golden West Brass
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Ghirardelli Square (900 North Point St. E100)
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Band
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Chinatown Night Market (Commercial Street and Grant Avenue)
Saturday, Oct. 10
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Band
When: 11 a.m.
Where: Fleet Fest (2860 Taylor St.)
Who: Navy Band SW Brass Band
When: 11 a.m.
Where: K9 Heroes – Duboce Park (Steiner Street and Duboce Avenue)
Who: USAF Band of Golden West – Rock Band Mobility
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Fleet Fest (2860 Taylor St.)
Who: 191st Army Jazz Ensemble
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Ghirardelli Square (900 North Point St. E100)
Who: USAF Band of Golden West Brass
When: 1 p.m.
Where: India Basin Waterfront Park (900 Innes Ave.)
Who: Navy Band SW Woodwind Quintet
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Sunset Branch Library (1305 18th Ave.)
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Band/Quintet
When: 4 p.m.
Where: West Portal Patio (80 West Portal Ave.)
Who: Navy Band SW Brass Band
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Fleet Fest (2860 Taylor St.)
Who: Navy Band SW Destroyers (DD)
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Pier 39
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Band and Popular Music Group
When: 8 p.m.
Where: Westwood World (2036 Lombard St.)
Sunday, Oct. 11
Who: USAF Band of Golden West Travis Brass Band
When: 11 a.m.
Where: Fleet Fest (2860 Taylor St.)
Who: U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps Band of the West Division
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Fleet Fest (2860 Taylor St.)
Who: 1st Marine Division Ceremonial Band
When: 12:30 p.m.
Where: Italian Heritage Parade (Jefferson and Powell streets to Washington Park)
Who: Navy Band SW Parade Band
When: 12:30 p.m.
Where: Italian Heritage Parade (Jefferson and Powell streets to Washington Park)
Who: 191st Army Big Band
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Fleet Fest (2860 Taylor St.)
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Quintet / Woodwind Quintet
When: 3 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Zoo – Leaping Lemur Cafe (1 Zoo Rd.)
Who: USAF Band of Golden West – Mobility
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Pier 39
For information about other Fleet Week events, visit the San Francisco Fleet Week website.
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