Looking for a new and unforgettable experience in Houston in November? The first-ever Fleet Week Houston (November 5-12) is one not to miss! The entire city is gearing up for this impressive event, which is a traditional public celebration of the United States Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.
The tradition traces back to 1935, when a large gathering of warships was held in San Diego during the California Pacific International Exposition. The first organized Fleet Week celebrations focused primarily on ship displays and basic demonstrations. Nowadays, Fleet Week celebrations occur throughout the year across different American cities, with each location hosting its own unique event.
Besides offering the opportunity for the public to board and tour military ships, each Fleet Week fosters connections between the public and the military through various events, including band performances and community outreach programs.
Fleet Week Houston will mark the first time the U.S. Navy has brought this tradition to Texas, featuring three naval vessels and more than 1,000 sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen. The week-long lineup includes ship tours, family-oriented activities, educational outreach, community service projects, business forums, and lively celebrations. Houston will also host the U.S. Marine Corps’ 250th birthday on Nov. 10 and celebrate the Navy’s year-long commemoration of its own 250th anniversary.
The City of Houston, Houston First Corporation, Port of Houston, Harris County Precinct 2, and other local partners are enthusiastic about showcasing the region’s hospitality to service members and visitors.
Here are some of the unique experiences not to miss during Fleet Week Houston.
Quicklinks:
- Parade of Ships
- Salute & Sip: Fleet Week Reception
- Fleet Week on the Green
- Fleet Week Festival: Saint Arnold’s Salute to the Sea Services
- Beats on The Bayou – Fleet Week Edition
- Exhibition at Sylvan Beach
- Fleet Week EXPO at POST
- Kemah Boardwalk Salute to Military Service
- Fleet Week Houston Aviation Exhibit
- USO Dancing with the Stars and Stripes
- Fleet Week Activation: Houston Texans Fan Zone
- Marine Corps 250th Birthday Celebration
- City of Houston Veterans Day Parade
- Fleet Week Drone Show
Parade of Ships
Back to Top of List8 – 10 AM at Seawolf Park: 100 Seawolf Park Blvd., Galveston | 10 AM- 12 PM at Juan Seguin Park, 4407 Independence Parkway., La Porte
NOVEMBER 5, 2025
Watch the parade of ships into the Houston Ship Channel to kick-off the inaugural Fleet Week Houston, and welcome the more than 1,000 Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen who will be participating in the week-long festivities in Houston.
Fleet Week on the Green
Back to Top of List1500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77010
NOVEMBER 6, 2025 | 6-9 PM
Come to Discovery Green and enjoy this free concert featuring live music from Houston’s own The Suffers, Navy Band Southeast (photo), and special guests. Bring the entire family and enjoy lawn games, food trucks, photo ops, and more.
Beats on The Bayou – Fleet Week Edition
Back to Top of ListEast River Bayou Park, 2920 Riverby Rd., Houston, TX 77020
NOVEMBER 7, 2025 | 6 - 9 PM
East River’s Beats on the Bayou is getting into the Fleet Week Houston groove with a special performance by the Navy Rock Band. This family-friendly free outdoor concert will feature live music along the waterfront. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the show in comfort. This event also serves as the welcome celebration for the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard Junior Enlisted service members visiting Houston as part of Fleet Week.
Fleet Week EXPO at POST
Back to Top of List401 Franklin St, Houston, TX 77201
NOVEMBER 8 - 9, 2025 | 10 AM - 6 PM
The EXPO is the ultimate Fleet Week Houston experience. Come experience each of the visiting sea services, as well as other public agencies, through interactive experiences, entertainment, talks, and demonstrations. The EXPO will also feature local Houston culture, food, experiences, businesses, and more. It’s the best of Fleet Week plus the best of Houston, all under one roof. The EXPO is free and open to the public. Attendees will also receive a discount on tickets to visit POST Houston’s rooftop holiday lights.
Houston City Hall: 901 Bagby St.
NOVEMBER 11, 2025 |10 AM – 12 PM
Texas has the largest veteran population in the nation with over 250,000 veterans in residence. The City is proud to pay tribute to our men and women in the military by providing an annual “Houston Salutes American Heroes Veterans Day Celebration”. This year, Houston is thrilled that this time-honored tradition will occur in conjunction with Fleet Week Houston, and will feature visiting members of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard among its participants. The American Heroes Parade will begin at 11:30 A.M. at Dallas and Bagby, and proceeds east on Dallas, north on Louisiana, west on Walker, south on Smith, west on Lamar, ending on Lamar at Bagby. This parade is open to the public and all are welcomed along the parade route.
Explore other events during FLEET WEEK HOUSTON and learn more details HERE. The active-duty ships will be open to the public daily from Thursday, November 6th, through Tuesday, November 11th, 2025. To learn more about ship tours visit this page.
Photos: Courtesy of Fleet Week and other event organizers mentioned in this post.
