Fleet Week New York 2025
Fleet Week New York — the treasured celebration honoring our nation’s sea services — will be once again welcoming Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen here May 21–26, 2025. With the return of some fan favorite activities and some exciting new initiatives, there was something for everyone to get into the Fleet Week spirit on our roster of events.
VIP SHIP TOURS
New York Council members are invited to sign up online for
pre-arranged tours of the various ships visiting this year, or send an email with attendee names and desired ships to kverna@nynavyleague.org.
Each tour is limited to 20 people and children must be nine or older. Please note: times may be changed by the Navy.
Manhattan Tours at Pier 88
Sun, May 25 @ 10:30 A.M.
Mon, May 26 @ 10:30 A.M.
Please note, public tours in Manhattan are limited this year, so check before you go if you have not registered for a pre-arranged tour. To get first access to VIP Ship Tour registration, join to become a NY Council Member today.
Staten Island Tours at Homeport Pier
Thur, May 22 @ 11:30 A.M.
Sat, May 25 @ 11:30 A.M.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: We are seeking volunteers to check guests in for the . If you are able to help, whether you are able to stay and join the tour or not, please contact Karina at kverna@nynavyleague.org. New York Council members are especially encouraged to respond.
CPO/Staff NCO Dinner Cruise
The New York Council is once again hosting Chiefs and Staff NCOs for a harbor cruise. Our E7 and above guests aboard the Hornblower Serenity will enjoy a buffet dinner, beverages, DJ and fabulous city views during their evening of fun on the water.
DATE: Thursday, May 22, 2025
TIME: 6:30–10:00 PM
Richard and Doris Scheuing CO/XO WELCOME Reception
The marquee New York Council event of Fleet Week welcomes Flag, Commanding and Executive Officers from all the participating commands to mingle with our members and friends at the New York Athletic Club over heavy hors d’oeuvres, open bar and the music of the Navy Band.
DATE: Friday, May 2, 2025
TIME: 6:00–9:00 P.M.
ADVENTUROUS SEAS: DUNGEONS & DRAGONS ONE-SHOT EVENT
Sea service members and New York Council members alike are invited to come together for an afternoon of fantasy and adventure as we introduce our first Fleet Week-themed Dungeons & Dragons one-shot event. Whether you have years of experience or just a desire for a fun afternoon of refreshments while learning a new game, our dungeon masters are ready to lead you in a few hours of tabletop roleplaying fun at The Brazen Tavern, 356 W 44th St.
DATE: Saturday, May 24, 2024
TIME: 2:30–6:00 P.M.
Tickets are $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers, and include dice, hors d’oeuvres and open bar. Registration will be opened soon.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: If you are interested in being volunteer dungeon master and lead a one-shot for this event, please send an email to kverna@nynavyleague.org.
BROADWAY TICKET DISTRIBUTION
This year, the New York Council is once again partnering with TDF, the Theater Development Fund, allowing us to distribute tickets to some the hottest shows on Broadway to almost 200 local service members during Fleet Week. Volunteers are needed to distribute tickets to service members at the theater.
New York Council Navy League Fleet Week events are underwritten by HII.