Ships Arrive for San Francisco Fleet Week 2024
The USS Tripoli (LHA 7), USS Somerset (LPD 25), and the unmanned surface vessel Ranger (OUSV 3) have arrived in San Francisco for Fleet Week 2024.
The America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Somerset (LPD 25), and the unmanned surface vessel Ranger (OUSV 3) are in San Francisco to support Fleet Week 2024, which runs from October 7 to 14.
This year’s event will feature Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen from various ships and military units participating in a week of activities. Notable participants include the Coast Guard’s Legend-class maritime security cutter USCG Bertholf (WMSL 750) and the Royal Canadian Navy’s Halifax-class frigate HMCS Regina (FFH 334).
Fleet Week also includes a robust disaster response exercise, which provides crucial joint training for military and local government agencies to prepare for natural and man-made disasters, such as earthquakes and wildfires.
Service members will engage with the local community through various community outreach projects and weekly entertainment events. Free concerts featuring Navy, Marine Corps, and U.S. Air Force bands will take place across San Francisco. For a complete concert schedule, visit the San Francisco Fleet Week website.
Public tours of the ships will be available, allowing attendees to learn about the capabilities of the sea services and their role in national defense. Here’s the schedule for ship tours, which is subject to change:
- Wednesday, October 9: Pier 27, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Thursday, October 10: Piers 27 & 35, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Friday, October 11: No tours; ships will be visible during the Parade of Ships from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Saturday, October 12: Piers 27, 30/32, & 35, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Piers 15/17, 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- Sunday, October 13: Piers 27, 30/32, & 35, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Piers 15/17, 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- Monday, October 14: Piers 27 & 30/32, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
The public is encouraged to attend tours and interact with service members. However, certain items are prohibited on board the ships, including food and drinks, large bags, weapons, and pets (except service dogs). For safety reasons, open-toe shoes are not recommended, and high heels are not allowed.
Additionally, don’t miss Fleet Fest, a free, family-friendly festival at Pier 30/32 on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., featuring military bands and local entertainment.
