San Diegans, get ready because it’s that time of the year! Fleet Week San Diego is a wonderful time filled with activities, celebrations, and tributes to the fleets in our military keeping America’s Finest City and the U.S. as a whole safe year-round. Whether you’ve been an active supporter since its inception in 1997 or San Diego Fleet Week 2022 is your first time, we’ve got the perfect guide to help you maximize your time!
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When Is Fleet Week in San Diego 2022?
Fleet Week San Diego 2022 is being held November 4-13, 2022. Throughout the entire week, there are events, specials, and tributes for both those serving our country, Veterans, and the military community as a whole.
The celebration came to be a way to support Coast Guardsmen, Marines, and Sailors. A group from the local area got together and worked to help promote patriotism by honoring the military community.
Working with the San Diego Chamber of Commerce, the event would continue to grow until 2001, when it became too big for the Chamber. Now, it serves as a non-profit donating to charities that support military families.
Schedule and Events
There are tons of ways to celebrate and get involved in all of the excitement. From local specials you can’t find anywhere else to the official events below, here are some of the highlights you can’t afford to miss as a part of this amazing schedule:
- Military & Veterans Art Exhibit (November 4, 2022, through November 13, 2022).
- Student STEM Days & Innovation Zone (November 3, 2022, through November 5, 2022).
- Public Visiting Ships & Military Displays (November 4, 2022, through November 6, 2022).
- Military Family Day (November 6, 2022).
- Enlisted Recognition Luncheon (November 8, 2022).
- SDMAC Breakfast (November 9, 2022).
- Fleet Week Foundation Veteran’s Day Boat Parade (November 11, 2022).
- Salute to Service Festival (November 11, 2022).
- SDSU Football Classic (November 12, 2022).
In addition to these events, which are open to the public, there are also many reserved for those enlisted to participate in. This includes:
- MRE Challenge (November 5, 2022, and November 6, 2022).
- Military Family Day (November 6, 2022).
- SDSU Football Classic (November 12, 2022).
- Active Duty Golf Tournament (November 14, 2022).
Times and schedules are subject to change at the discretion of the event organizers. For more information, please refer to official channels. You can also find more local events and information through reputable social media channels throughout the pages of local organizations.
San Diego Fleet Week Foundation
The San Diego Fleet Week Foundation works hard to make sure the military community is supported. Not only through show and tribute but also with tangible support to those who need it.
After excess expenses, the proceeds go to military families through charities. This is made possible largely in part due to sponsorships and volunteers for the event.
Where Is Fleet Week San Diego?
The foundation can be located at 3639 Midway Dr. #B-429, San Diego, CA 92110. Ship tours can be found at Broadway Pier, Downtown San Diego, CA. If you’re looking to park, 2725 Congress Street is a great place but is first come, first served.
From the Fleet Week San Diego ship tours to the various events throughout the city, there’s a lot to take in. Overall, not only is it a great time, but you’ll also be helping show support and raise money for military families in need.
Fleet Week San Diego is a great tradition that continues to thrive. Most of all, it continues to help those who make it possible. Everyone that defends our country deserves respect and support. Both during events like these and every day of the year.
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