Fleet Week 2026 taking place October 4 to 12
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.See map of events
Events and key dates
Fleet Week 2026 takes place from October 4 to October 12, with main events running along the waterfront from October 9 to October 11.
Transit and travel
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About
Fleet Week: October 4 to 12
San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW) began in 1981 when then-Mayor Dianne Feinstein led the nation in celebrating America's sea services.
Taking place every October in San Francisco over Italian Heritage Weekend, SFFW's air show, the parade of ships and many community events have become a significant and integral part of the city's local culture and economy.
SFFW also features a unique training and education program that brings together civilian and military forces to develop and share best practices in humanitarian assistance.
San Francisco Fleet Week builds lasting partnerships and delivers a powerful economic boost to the city—generating more than $10 million in annual tax revenue and over $200 million in overall economic benefit. Since 2015, San Francisco Fleet Week has been recognized by the United States Department of Defense as the model for fleet weeks across the country.