NYC Fleet Week 2026: USS Arlington (LPD-24)

Sponsored by the Veterans Alum Network

Batten down the hatches, because Fleet Week is back in NYC and 2026 is making history!

Join fellow Hopkins alums and friends for a rare opportunity to tour the naval vessel, USS Arlington (LPD-24) as part of Fleet Week NYC 2026, which coincides with Sail4th 250, a once-in-a-lifetime maritime celebration honoring America's 250th birthday.

Our exclusive morning tour will begin promptly at 11:00 am on July 5th. This is your chance to step aboard an active U.S. Navy amphibious transport dock ship and experience naval operations up close with fellow alumni.

Once the tour is complete, participants are welcome to enjoy the rest of their day and Independence Day Weekend in New York City. As part of the larger Sail4th 250 celebration (July 3–8), the harbor will feature over 30 international tall ships, including Class A and Class B vessels open for public visitation along the NYC waterfront, aerial flyovers, and more. It's the largest gathering of tall ships and naval vessels the U.S. has ever seen!

Don't miss this historic Fleet Week — secure your spot on the USS Arlington tour today!
 

Please note the following important tour information:

• Please report to the VIP/Tour Entrance at 48th Street and 12th Avenue at 10:30 am to check in with the group and clear security for the tour.
• Photo identification is required for entrance (MUST BE A PHYSICAL COPY)
• You will be touring a working Navy ship and you may be required to walk up and down ladders and ramps. Please, wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Do not wear heels, sandals, or flip flops. Avoid wearing necklaces that may get caught. Avoid carrying heavy bags. Skirts should not be worn
• Parents/guardians must be able to carry children up and down ladders

A portion of this registration fee will serve as a donation in support of future programming and events.  If you wish to not have a portion of your registration support such initiatives, you may contact the Office of Annual Giving: oag@jhu.edu. The fee supports the Johns Hopkins Alumni Association and is independent of the U.S. Navy.      

While participating in off-campus events and meetings sponsored by the JHAA/JHM/JHHS participants must follow all public health guidelines mandated by the local jurisdiction and venue at the time of the event, including vaccination and masking and distancing guidance. Johns Hopkins strongly suggests that attendees who join in person be fully vaccinated. This is subject to change. 

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