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. 5 through Monday, Oct. 13.
Will a potential government shutdown impact Fleet Week?
Yes, a government shutdown would change aspects of Fleet Week.
A Fleet Week spokesperson released the following statement on Monday, Sept. 29.
“Planning for San Francisco Fleet Week 2025 continues, and we remain in close contact with the U.S. Navy. If a government shutdown takes effect, U.S. military participation — including ships, aircraft, and Sailors — would be paused. That said, Fleet Week itself will proceed. Our international partners remain confirmed, with visiting ships from Canada and Colombia, and the San Francisco Fleet Week Air Show presented by United will feature the Canadian Snowbirds, returning for the first time since 2017, among many other performers. San Francisco Fleet Week is as much a civic tradition as a military one — honoring all those who are called to serve, from our military to first responders and everyone involved in civic service. No matter the circumstances, San Francisco Fleet Week will continue to stand as a tribute to service, resilience, and community.”
Head to a location along the San Francisco Bay between the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz to catch a thrilling aerial show featuring the Blue Angels, a United Airlines 777, the Canadian Snowbirds and much more.
When: 11:15 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 10; 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11 and Sunday, Oct. 12
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 are open from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.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. 10
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 ship tour schedule is coming soon, according to the Fleet Week website.
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.
Monday, Oct. 6
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Quintet
When: 1:30 p.m.
Where: St. Monica School (5950 Geary Blvd.)
Tuesday, Oct. 7
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Quintet
When: 12 p.m.
Where: TJPA Salesforce Park (425 Mission St.)
Who: NBSW Woodwind Quintet
When: 12 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Zoo – Leaping Lemur Café (1 Zoo Rd.)
Who: NBSW Woodwind Quintet
When: 3 p.m.
Where: SF VA Medical Center – Community Living Center (14 Veterans Dr.)
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Band
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Noe Valley Town Square (3861 24th St.)
Wednesday, Oct. 8
Who: NBSW Woodwind Quintet
When: 12 p.m.
Where: City College of San Francisco, Ocean Campus – Choral room, Creative Arts Building A133 (50 Frida Kahlo Way)
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Quintet
When: 12:30 p.m.
Where: Landing at Leidesdorff (199-151 Leidesdorff St.)
Who: USAF Travis Brass Band
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Ghirardelli Square (900 North Point St. E204A)
Who: NBSW Woodwind Quintet
When: 5 p.m.
Where: One Sansome, The Conservatory (1 Sansome St.)
Who: NBSW Brass Band
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Japantown Buchanan Mall at Sutter Street (1750 Buchanan St.)
Who: USAF, Band of the Golden West- Mobility
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Pier 39
Thursday, Oct. 9
Who: NBSW Woodwind Quintet
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Ferry Building Back Plaza (1 Ferry Building)
Who: USAF Travis Brass Band
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Crab Wheel Plaza (2820 Taylor St.)
Who: NBSW Destroyers and Great Wall Youth Orchestra
When: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Where: Heroes Block Party by American Legion Cathay Post 384 (1524 Powell St.)
Who: NBSW Brass Band
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Castro – Jane Warner Plaza (Jane Warner Plaza)
Who: USAF, Band of the Golden West – Mobility
When: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Where: Pier 39
Who: 1st Marine Division Ceremonial Band
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Marines’ Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter St.)
Note: RSVP required for entry. Get free tickets here.
Friday, Oct. 10
Who: Army Pop Band “Flam Jam”
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Presidio Trust Tunnel Top Park (210 Lincoln Blvd.)
Who: NBSW Brass Band
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Golden Gate Park Band Shell (Music Concourse Dr.)
Who: USAF Travis Brass Band
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Crab Wheel Plaza (2820 Taylor St.)
Who: Army Pop Band “Flam Jam”
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Presidio Trust Tunnel Top Park (210 Lincoln Blvd.)
Who: 1st Marine Division Diamondbacks
When: 4 p.m.
Where: Union Square (333 Post St.)
Who: USAF Travis Brass Band
When: 4 p.m.
Where: Friday on Front (240 Front St.)
Who: NBSW Woodwind Quintet
When: 4 p.m.
Where: Glen Park Library (2825 Diamond St.)
Who: NBSW Destroyers
When: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Where: Pier 39
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Band
When: 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Chinatown Night Market (857 Commercial St.)
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Band
When: 9:45 p.m.
Where: Hayes Valley (Hayes Street between Gough and Octavia)
Saturday, Oct. 11
Who: NBSW Brass Band
When: 11 a.m.
Where: Fleet Fest, Pier 30/32
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Band
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Fleet Fest, Pier 30/32
Who: USAF Band of the Golden West – Mobility
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Crab Wheel Plaza (2820 Taylor St.)
Who: USAF Travis Bass Band
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Bayview India Basin Waterfront Park (900 Innes Ave.)
Who: Army Pop Band “Flam Jam”
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Ghirardelli Square (900 North Point St. E204A)
Who: NBSW Woodwind Quintet
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Sunset Branch Library (1305 18th Ave.)
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Quintet
When: 4 p.m.
Where: West Portal (80 West Portal Ave.)
Who: NBSW Brass Band
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Ghirardelli Square (900 North Point St. E204A)
Who: NBSW Destroyers
When: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Where: Pier 39
Who: 1st MARDIV Brass Band and Diamondbacks
When: 8 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Where: Westwood (2036 Lombard St.)
Sunday, Oct. 12
Who: US Naval Sea Cadet Corps Band of the West Division
When: 12 p.m.
Where: Fleet Fest, Pier 30/32
Who: 1st Marine Division and NBSW Ceremonial Bands
When: 12:30 p.m.
Where: Italian Heritage Parade (Jefferson and Powell streets to Washington Park)
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Quintet
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Grace Cathedral (1100 California St.)
Who: USAF Travis Brass Band
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Fleet Fest, Pier 30/32
Who: Army Pop Band “Flam Jam”
When: 4 p.m.
Where: Fleet Fest, Pier 30/32
Who: USAF Band of the Golden West – Mobility
When: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Where: Pier 39
Who: 1st Marine Division Brass Quintet
When: 5:30 p.m.
Where: Transamerica Redwood Park at Transamerica Pyramid Center (600 Montgomery St.)
Monday, Oct. 13
Who: 1st Marine Division Ceremonial Band
When: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where: High School Band Challenge at Golden Gate Park Band Shell (75 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr.)
For information about other Fleet Week events, visit the San Francisco Fleet Week website.
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