San Francisco Fleet Week Set for October, Featuring Blue Angels Air Show
San Francisco's Fleet Week is scheduled for October 4-12, highlighted by an air show from the Blue Angels during the final three days.
San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, October 5, 2026 —
San Francisco is preparing to host its annual Fleet Week celebration, an event that brings together members of the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard with the public. The festivities are scheduled to take place from October 4 through October 12.
A significant highlight of this year’s Fleet Week will be the return of the U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels flight demonstration squadron. The precision flying team is slated to perform during the final three days of the event, offering aerial displays that have become a traditional draw for attendees. The specific dates for the Blue Angels’ performances fall within the October 10-12 timeframe.
Fleet Week typically includes a variety of activities designed to showcase the capabilities and contributions of the sea services while fostering community engagement. These often involve ship tours, public demonstrations, and opportunities for the public to interact with service members. While the summary indicates the Blue Angels will perform, details regarding other specific events, participating ships, or community outreach programs were not provided. The exact schedule of all activities throughout the October 4-12 period is expected to be released closer to the event dates.
Fleet Week events are known for drawing large crowds to the San Francisco waterfront and surrounding areas. The presence of naval personnel and vessels is a hallmark of the celebration, underscoring the city’s historical and ongoing ties with the maritime services. Further details on the full program will likely become available as the October dates approach.
Story summarized from the original created by ABC7 Bay Area Digital Staff on abc7news.com, see more information here.
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