Houston's First Fleet Week: A Celebration of the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard

First-Ever Fleet Week:: Houston is hosting its first Fleet Week, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding.

Ship Tours:: The public can tour vessels like the USS Kearsarge, USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul, USS Cooperstown, and USCGC Edgar Culbertson.

Free Events:: Many free events are scheduled, including concerts, aviation exhibits, and street festivals.

Community Engagement:: Over 1,000 active-duty service members will participate, offering opportunities for interaction and engagement.

Why this matters:: Fleet Week provides a platform for Houstonians to learn about naval operations, honor military personnel, and celebrate American maritime strength.

Parade of Ships:: The week kicks off with a parade of ships in Galveston, marking the arrival of participating vessels to the Port of Houston. The parade begins at 7 a.m. April 15 at Seawolf Park, 100 Seawolf Park Blvd. in Galveston.

Fleet Week on the Plaza:: A free event featuring live music from The Suffers and the Navy Band Southeast, along with food trucks and games. This event will run from 6-9 p.m. Thursday at the Avenida Houston Plaza.

Fleet Week Festival:: Saint Arnold's Brewing Co. will host a Fleet Week Festival featuring music, market vendors, beer, and food. The festival will take place from 5:30-9 p.m. April 17 at Saint Arnold Brewing Co., 2000 Lyons Ave. in Houston.

Fleet Week Houston Aviation Exhibit:: The Ellington Airport and Lone Star Flight Museum will host an interactive exhibit featuring historic and modern-day military aircraft. The exhibit will be from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. April 18 and 19 at the Lone Star Fight Museum, 11551 Aerospace Ave.

Fleet Week EXPO:: A major event featuring interactive experiences, entertainment, and demonstrations. The EXPO will take place from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on April 18 and 19 at POST Houston, 401 Franklin St.

Exhibition at Sylvan Beach:: The City of La Porte and Harris County Precinct 2 will host an exhibition at Sylvan Beach, giving the public a chance to see high-action demonstrations and interactive displays up close. The exhibition will take place from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 19 at Sylvan Beach Park, 636 N. Bayshore Dr. in La Porte.

Fleet Week Street Festival & Drone Show Seabrook:: The City of Seabrook will host a street festival and drone show in honor of Fleet Week Houston. The festival will feature food, drinks and market vendors and will take place from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. April 20 along Main Street between Bryan Avenue and Todville Road in Seabrook.

A:: Fleet Week Houston is a week-long celebration honoring the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard, featuring ship tours, concerts, and interactive exhibits.

A:: April 15-22, 2026.

A:: Yes, many events are free, including concerts, aviation exhibits, and the Fleet Week EXPO.

A:: You can tour the USS Kearsarge, USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul, USS Cooperstown, and USCGC Edgar Culbertson.

Engage with Military Personnel:: Fleet Week offers a unique chance to meet and interact with active-duty service members.

Explore Naval Vessels:: Tour advanced Navy and Coast Guard ships and learn about their operations.

Attend Free Events:: Take advantage of the numerous free concerts, exhibits, and festivals throughout the week.

Celebrate American Maritime Strength:: Join the community in honoring the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.