Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fleet Week?
Fleet Week is a United States Navy, United States Marine Corps and United States Coast Guard tradition. The public can take a guided tour of the ships. Often, Fleet Week is accompanied by military demonstrations and air shows such as provided by the Blue Angels. The first Fleet Week was celebrated in San Diego, California, during the 1935 California Pacific International Exposition.
The San Diego Fleet Week Foundation, a not-for profit organization, produces Fleet Week San Diego.
Fleet Week San Diego honors and celebrates the men and women of the military through public events that entertain and alliances that support and thank these heroes.
When is Fleet Week San Diego?
Fleet Week San Diego is September 17 – October 3. Join us in thanking our Sailors, Marines and Coastguardsmen for their services to our country by participating in 2010 Fleet Week San Diego events.
What is there there to do during Fleet Week?
There are activities and events for the entire family. Mark your calendar now and plan on attending Fleet Week events:
- Friday, September 17, 2010
- Fleet Week Foundation Breakfast
- Operation Liberty Call
- Saturday, September 18 and Sunday, September 19, 2010
- Fleet Week Big Bay Family Festival
- Tuesday, September 21, 2010
- Fleet Week Enlisted Recognition Luncheon
- Thursday, September 23, 2010
- Coronado Village Fleet Week Car Parade
- Saturday, September 25, 2010
- MCRD Boot Camp Challenge
- Fleet Week Coronado Speed Festival
- Sunday, September 26, 2010
- Fleet Week Coronado Speed Festival
- Tuesday, September 28, 2010
- Fleet Week All Enlisted Golf Tournament
- Wednesday, September 29, 2010
- Fleet Week Baseball Game
- Thursday, September 30, 2010
- Fleet Week Golf Tournament
- Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 1 - 3, 2010
- MCAS Miramar Air Show
Where are Fleet Week events held?
Fleet Week events are held across the county. You can find the location of an event that you are interested in on our Fleet Week event map at www.fleetweeksandiego.org.
How do I buy tickets for the events?
Go to the Fleet Week website www.fleetweeksandiego.org. You also can buy tickets at the door for the Coronado Speed Festival and the Miramar Air Show.
Will we be able to tour naval ships?
Yes. A variety of naval vessels will be open for tours at both the Fleet Week Big Bay Family Festival and Fleet Week Coronado Speed Festival. Click Here [link] for more information about Navy ship tours.
What ships are participating?
Ships participating in the Fleet Week Big Bay Family Festival:
Ships participating in the Fleet Week Coronado Speed Festival:
- Ships subject to change by United States Navy
Is there an age requirement to visit the ships?
No
Are the ships handicapped accessible?
No
Are souvenirs available for purchase?
Yes
What items are not allowed on the ships?
Click Here [link] for more information about Navy ship tours.
How do I volunteer for Fleet Week events?
We have many opportunities for volunteers to be a part of the Fleet Week Big Bay Family Festival and the Fleet Week Coronado Speed Festival. Go to the volunteer section of Fleet Week San Diego's website to print out a volunteer application. You can submit it via fax or mail.
How do I donate to Fleet Week San Diego?
The San Diego Fleet Week Foundation is a California Public Benefit Corporation, founded in 2001 as a non-profit under the provisions of section 501(c)(3) of the IRS code. Fleet Week San Diego relies entirely on the generosity of organizations and the American people to ensure that we have the people, equipment, and funds to accomplish our mission.
As a Public Benefit Corporation, the San Diego Fleet Week Foundation donates proceeds in excess of operating expenses from Fleet Week San Diego to charities that provide critical support to military families. Donation from corporations and individuals allow the foundation to honor and celebrate the men and women of the military through public events that entertain and alliances that support and thank these heroes.
You can select the donation option that is right for you at the Fleet Week San Diego website.
How do I become a sponsor of Fleet Week San Diego?
Sponsorships are very important to Fleet Week San Diego and the success of its programs. It also is a wonderful way for sponsors to say thank you to our military community, which is large and integral part of the community and contributes significantly to the vitality of the region.
Sponsorships are available on a variety of levels, which can include your company name and/or logo are placed in our ads, mentioned in publicity, placed on promotional materials, and visible at events and in event programs. In addition, national industry standards show an approximate return in investment in our sponsorship to be tenfold.
Please contact Alexandra Squires for more information at (619) 858-1545 or alex@fleetweeksandiego.org.
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