The best Fleet Week events and parties in NYC for 2024

Tour the ships all week long at the following locations:

Manhattan, Pier 88 South
— Amphibious assault ship, USS Bataan (LHD 5) from Norfolk, Virginia
Public tours available May 23-May 25, from 9am-4pm

Manhattan, Pier 90 North
— Baden-Württemberg-class frigate FGS Baden-Württemberg (F-222) from Germany
— Berlin-class replenishment ship FGS Frankfurt am Main (A-1412) from Germany
Public tours available May 23-May 25, from 9am-4pm

Manhattan, Intrepid Museum, Pier 86
— Four U.S. Naval Academy YPs, Annapolis, Maryland 
Public tours are available May 23-May 24, from 10am-5pm

— Bay-class cutter USCGC Sturgeon Bay (WTGB-109) from Bayonne, New Jersey
Public tours are available May 23-27, from 10am-5pm

Homeport Pier, Staten Island
— Freedom-class littoral combat ship USS MARINETTE (LCS 25) from Mayport, Florida
— Legend-class cutter USCGC Calhoun (WMSL-759) from Charleston, South Carolina
— Keeper-class coastal buoy tender USCGC Katherine Walker (WLM-552) from Bayonne, New Jersey
Public tours are available May 23-May 27, from 8am-5pm

For World War II buffs and folks who like checking out fighter ships and planes, this museum on a real aircraft carrier The Intrepid docked at Pier 86 is a chance for an up-close look at the nuts and bolts of our not-so-distant history.

The Intrepid Museum serves as a primary destination during Fleet Week with activities all weekend long. Here's what's on the schedule: 

— Friday, May 24

Free movie night on the flight deck featuring Top Gun: Maverick.

— Saturday, May 25-Sunday, May 26

Throughout the weekend, enjoy musical performances and explore a variety of displays, activities, and demos from the military, including the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Naval Research and many more.

— Monday, May 27

The Museum’s annual Memorial Day ceremony begins at 10am. Civic and military leaders will offer remarks and conduct a special wreath-laying ceremony to honor the fallen. The ceremony will conclude with a flyover by fighter jets. 

Times Square becomes a hub for Fleet Week fun. Here’s what to see:

Wednesday, May 22
— 6-9pm: Once a Marine Always a Marine Formation. Soldiers and veterans will come together to celebrate their heritage. The Marine Corps Band and Silent Drill Platoon will perform. (Father Duffy Square)

Thursday, May 23
— 10am-5pm: Navy Dive Tank in Times Square. See U.S. Navy diving demos. (43-44 St. Plaza)
— 6:30-10pm: Navy Ceremonial Guard Performances every 30 minutes. (43-44 St. Plaza)

Friday, May 24
— 10am-5pm: Navy Dive Tank in Times Square. See U.S. Navy diving demos. (43-44 St. Plaza)
— 7:30-9:30pm: Band Concert. Navy Band Northeast “Brass Band” will play from 7:30-7:50pm, followed by the U.S. Fleet Forces Rock Band from 8-9:15pm. (43-44 St. Plaza)

Saturday, May 25
— 10am-5pm: Navy Dive Tank in Times Square. See sea-service diving demos. (43-44 St. Plaza)
— 7:30-9:30pm: Band Concert. Navy Band Northeast “Brass Band” will play from 7:307:50pm, followed by the U.S. Fleet Forces Rock Band from 8-9:15pm. (43-44 St. Plaza)

Sunday, May 26
— 4-5:30pm: Band Concert. The Marine Corps Band will play from 4-4:30pm, followed by the U.S. Fleet Forces Rock Band from 4:30-5:30 pm. (43-44 St. Plaza)

Stop by the USO tent to honor service members by signing a flag and sending messages of gratitude. Find the tent on Pier 86 from May 25-27, 10am-6pm.

Since 1941, the USO has worked to support the well-being servicemembers and their families.

Every year, the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument in Riverside Park becomes the site for a Memorial Day Observance. Representatives from the New York Council and other military and veterans support organizations participate in this annual ceremony to honor all who have served and sacrificed. The monument is located at Riverside Drive and 89th Street and the event is free and open to the public.

This year's event on Monday, May 27 will run from 10am-12pm. Veterans groups will lay wreaths at the monument. This homage ensures the memory of the fallen is kept alive, that those who serve today are honored, and that the monument and its significance are preserved for future generations.