It’s that time of year again, get ready to witness the best of the United States Armed Forces at the 2024 Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore! Running from June 12th – June 18th, this week-long event is full of action-packed experiences. Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore stands as an annual tradition, attracting locals and visitors from near and far to celebrate the United States’ naval heritage and maritime excellence. With its proximity to the nation’s capital, Washington, DC, and the fact that Baltimore is a historic port city, this event is the perfect excuse to come check out the latest and greatest of the military in a fantastic setting. From larger-than-life ship tours to exhilarating air shows, even educational exhibits and training exercises, Baltimore’s Fleet Week offers guests an immersive adventure, and the chance to experience it all, especially if you see it with City Cruises!
A Deep Dive into Baltimore’s Fleet Week Featuring the U.S. Navy and Armed Forces
The Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore is all about celebrating the men and women of the United States Armed Forces. Military personnel who serve in the United States Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard come by boat, by land, and by air to invade Baltimore and the surrounding areas with their fleets, flyovers, exhibitions, and festivals. This is one of the few events where you can see state-of-the-art submarines, modern and historical military aircraft, and warships and battleships full of the latest technology, up close and personal. Touring the diverse array of naval and military vessels like a mighty aircraft carrier or destroyer or witnessing a military demonstration will give you a firsthand look at the professionalism and commitment of these men and women, and the tremendous equipment they operate.
With the excitement of Fleet Week, the air shows may take the cake as the highlight of the event. Watching the thrilling performances by military and civilian aircraft, showcasing precision flying skills and aerial acrobatics of the world’s most talented pilots, will get your blood pumping. As helicopters and fighter jets roar through the skies, spectators line the waterfront to watch their daring maneuvers in awe.
Experience Fleet Week with City Cruises Baltimore
If this event has inspired you to get out on the water, you’re in luck. With City Cruises Baltimore, you can experience the thrills and excitement of Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore from a new perspective – on the water! Get your “sailor” on and enjoy front-row seats to the fun by setting sail on a City Cruises luxury yacht. Enjoy creative cocktails, delicious menus, live entertainment, and top-notch service as you cruise the Patapsco River and Chesapeake Bay. Best of all, our panoramic windows and open-air outdoor decks offer one-of-a-kind views for one of Baltimore’s most exciting annual traditions.
Baltimore Fleet Week Dining Cruises
Set sail for a one-of-a-kind experience on the Patapsco River on the Baltimore Fleet Week Signature Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise. You’ll enjoy front-row seats to the 2024 Maryland’s Fleet Week and Flyover while relishing a delicious chef-prepared brunch buffet, bottomless mimosas, breathtaking sights, and live entertainment – all onboard a luxury yacht! Start your Fleet Week festivities on a high note with this fun, two-hour dining experience. Cruise Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, with the best views you can get of the city’s skyline, and the majestic fleet of naval ships that are in town.
If you’re looking for some afternoon fun, check out the Baltimore Fleet Week Lunch Cruise. This dining cruise features a gourmet lunch buffet, a fully stocked cash bar, and a live DJ setting the vibe for dancing and games. Grab a drink from the onboard cash bar and head up to the open-air outdoor deck, or stay in the climate-controlled interior, either way, you’re guaranteed panoramic views of the sights and sounds of this incredible event.
For those looking to cap off a day of excitement and adventure, the Baltimore Fleet Week Dinner Cruise is the way to go. This 2.5-hour dinner buffet cruise puts you right in the middle of the sights and sounds of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, a national and historic treasure, and the action of Maryland’s Fleet Week and Flyover. Enjoy live DJ entertainment, creative cocktails and drinks from the cash bar, and the best views of the city. Soak in the outdoors on the open-air deck or stay in the cool indoor spaces. Also, it’s recommended to reserve a window table for the best views!
Baltimore Fleet Week Harbor Tour
Experience the 2024 Maryland’s Fleet Week and Flyover, and the beauty and history of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor on the Baltimore Fleet Week Harbor Tour Cruise. Kick back, relax, and enjoy the show and its surroundings from the water as you cruise on this one-hour narrated tour. You’ll step aboard a comfortable vessel and set out on a guided tour full of information and interesting facts about the city’s maritime heritage. Get a chance to see iconic landmarks such as the National Museum and Fort McHenry. Light concessions and beverages are available to purchase onboard, and there is also a cash bar serving creative cocktails, wine, and beer.
Baltimore Fleet Week Happy Hour Cruise
Last but certainly not least, is the Baltimore Fleet Week Sights & Sips Cruise. This one-hour happy hour cruise takes you on a sightseeing tour, while also enjoying some delicious drinks! A perfect combination for a seasoned sailor or first-time cruiser to take everything in from the water.
What Are You Waiting For? Visit the 2024 Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore!
Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore is a dynamic and immersive experience for civilians looking to get a peak of military life. It’s an event that inspires community pride, but more importantly, honors and pays tribute to the men and women of the United States Armed Forces. An event that will surely deepen the respect and appreciation visitors have for the military’s power and the security it provides. Guests will have the unique opportunity to interact and engage with service members and the maritime world, as they marvel at thrilling aerial performances and witness some of the breathtaking ships across the Navy’s fleet. And the best way to experience it all? With City Cruises Baltimore, of course! What are you waiting for? Book a trip to “Charm City” for the 2024 Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore!