Fleet Week 2024: Intrepid Museum Events and Memorial Day Ceremony

Fleet Week at the Intrepid Museum

• ⚓ Fleet Week in New York City honors sailors, marines, and the Coast Guard, with the Intrepid Museum serving as a central hub for activities.
• 💡 The museum offers a blend of maritime history, hands-on military demonstrations, live performances, and outdoor movies.
• 👨‍✈️ Dave Winters, Executive Vice President of the Intrepid Museum, highlights the importance of the event for service members to enjoy New York City.

Must-See Events and Activities

• 🎬 Top Gun will be screened for free on the flight deck of the Intrepid on Friday evening as part of the summer movie series.
• 🏋️ Visitors can engage in activities on Pier 86, including military drills with Marines and strength tests like pull-ups.
• 🏀 Saturday features a fun athletic competition with the Harlem Globe Trotters, allowing visitors and military teams to showcase basketball skills.
• 🏆 Sunday includes a tug-of-war and cornhole competition involving teams from visiting ships.

Memorial Day Ceremony

• 🕊️ Monday's Memorial Day ceremony at 10:00 a.m. on the pier honors fallen service members.
• 🕯️ The ceremony includes remarks from civic and military leaders and the laying of commemorative wreaths on the Hudson River.
• 🇺🇸 It serves as a solemn reminder of the sacrifices made in defense of the nation, amidst other Fleet Week festivities.