In the Spotlight: LA Fleet Week 2016

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LA Fleet Week 2016 beganTuesday, August 30 with the arrival of two* U.S. Navy vessels and one Coast Guard ship: USS America (LHA-6), USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG-208), USCGC Active (WMEC-618) Here's some helpful visitor information The San Pedro Visitor Center is located at 225 W. 6th Street, Downtown next door to the Crowne Plaza Hotel and one block up from the LA Waterfront. Click here for a map to the San Pedro Visitor Center Click here for your copy of the Sailor's Guide to Fleet Week 2016 Click here or on the image to get your copy of the Sailor's Guide to LA Fleet Week 2016 Or look for Team San Pedro on the Waterfront, at Ports O' Call Village, and Downtown to get a copy Transportation/Getting Around Quality Hotels in the Area Book Directly from this Link The Best Local Dining Nightlife What to Do Here--and the Calendar of Events Food and Drink Specials and Great Events at the DoubleTree Look below the schedule for specials for visitors with military ID And here’s the schedule and other helpful information about the event. The schedule is being updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information on Fleet Week 2016, visit the website at www.LAFleetWeek.com LA Fleet Week 2016 Schedule of Events Tuesday, August 30 Times vary U.S. Navy ships USS America, USS Champion, and USS Wayne E Meyer arrive at the Port of Los Angeles USS America (LHA-6) is an amphibious assault ship, USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG-208) is a destroyer, USCGS Active is a Coast Guard Cutter. You can see the arrival of the Navy ships along the LA Waterfront. Ports O’ Call Restaurant is a great place to see them (and enjoy a meal, appetizers, and beverages. Thursday, September 1 6-9 p.m. First Thursday Welcome Celebration: The San Pedro Historic Business District welcomes everyone to downtown San Pedro to LA Fleet Week First Thursday Art Walk and Welcome Party. Enjoy an evening of food, culture, entertainment, community, and military camaraderie. Friday, September 2 8:30 a.m. Event opens to the public 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. STEM Expo open (in the big blue structure adjacent to the World Cruise Terminal on the LA Waterfront) 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. U.S. Bank Veterans Village open (in the Exhibits and Entertainment area in the parking lot) 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Guided ship tours (ticket required; walk-up tickets first-come, first served) 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Limited mobility pier side tours (no ticket required; first-come, first served) 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Selfie photo tours (no ticket required; first-come, first served) 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Food trucks: Dogtown Dogs, Slammin’ Sliders, Fries N More, Mangia, and A ROCKin ICE Click here for the best local restaurants in San Pedro (including along the LA Waterfront close to all of the events) 1-2 p.m. Fantastic Patrick (one-man circus) on the outdoor stage 3-4 p.m. The Topics (classic hits, Latin) on the outdoor stage 4 p.m. Event closes Saturday, September 3 8:30 a.m. Event opens to the public 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. STEM Expo open (Minions appearances throughout the day) 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. U.S. Bank Veterans Village open 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Guided ship tours (ticket required; walk-up tickets first-come, first served) 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Limited mobility pierside tours (no ticket required; first-come, first served) 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Selfie photo tours (no ticket required; first-come, first served) 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Aerial demonstrations presented by Clyde & Co 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Food trucks: Dogtown Dogs, Slammin’ Sliders, Fries N More, Good Greek Grub, and A ROCKin ICE Click here for the best local restaurants in San Pedro (including along the LA Waterfront close to all of the events) 10-10:20 a.m. Bob Hope USO Troupe (patriotic) 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Hui O Hula (Hawaiian) on the outdoor stage 1-2 p.m. George Thomas (Elvis impersonator) on the outdoor stage 3-4 p.m. Purple Sugar (rock) on the outdoor stage 4 p.m. Event closes 6:30 p.m. Mayor’s LA Fleet Week Concert 9:45 p.m. Fireworks show presented by Farmers & Merchants Bank Sunday, September 4 8:30 a.m. Event opens to the public 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. STEM Expo open 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. U.S. Bank Veterans Village open 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Guided ship tours (ticket required; walk-up tickets first-come, first served) 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Limited mobility pierside tours (no ticket required; first-come, first served) 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Selfie photo tours (no ticket required; first-come, first served) 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Aerial demonstrations presented by Clyde & Co 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Food trucks: Dogtown Dogs, Greenz on Wheelz, Peaches Smokehouse, Mapuche Native, and A ROCKin ICE Click here for the best local restaurants in San Pedro (including along the LA Waterfront close to all of the events) 10-10:20 a.m. Bob Hope USO Troupe (patriotic) 11 a.m.-noon Jumpin’ Joz Band (swing) on the outdoor stage 1-2 p.m. Dangerous Cargo/Los Angeles Port Police (‘80s Covers) on the outdoor stage 3-4p.m. The Smokin’ Cobras (classic rock) on the outdoor stage 4 p.m. Event closes Monday, September 5 7-10 a.m. Conquer the Bridge 8, a 5.3-mile race and fun walk/run over the Vincent Thomas Bridge 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Aerial demonstrations presented by Clyde & Co 11 a.m. Event opens to the public 11 a.m.-4 p.m. STEM Expo open 11 a.m.-4 p.m. U.S. Bank Veterans Village open 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 32nd Street Brass Band (Mardi Gras) on the outdoor stage Noon-4 p.m. Guided ship tours (Ticket required; walk-up tickets first-come, first served.) Noon-4 p.m. Limited mobility pierside tours (no ticket required; first-come, first served) Noon-4 p.m. Selfie photo tours (No ticket required; first-come, first served.) Noon-4 p.m. Food trucks: Dogtown Dogs, Greenz on Wheelz, Cousin's Maine Lobster, Slammin’ Sliders, and A ROCKin ICE Click here for the best local restaurants in San Pedro (including along the LA Waterfront close to all of the events) 1-2 p.m. The Satin Dollz (‘40s) on the outdoor stage 3-4 p.m. Renown Muzic Band (‘60s-‘90s) on the outdoor stage 4 p.m. Event closes For the most up-to-date official information on Fleet Week 2016, visit the website at www.LAFleetWeek.com *Note: There was originally scheduled to be a third vessel, the USS Champion, a mine countermeasures ship, but its appearance was cancelled Selected LA Fleet Week Local Discounts and Deals Military ID required Jackson's Place 15% discount on entire bill 335 W. 7th Street, Downtown Urban Feet and Skate 15% discount 329 W. 6th Street, Downtown San Pedro Brewing Company 15% discount on entire bill 331 W. 6th Street, Downtown Sirens Java and Tea Free beverage with token at the door 356 W. 7th Street, Donwtown Crowne Plaza Los Angeles Harbor Hotel 20% off food 601 S. Palos Verdes Street, Downtown Maral Designs 10% off entire store Ports O' Call Waterfront Dining One FREE draft Beer 1200 Nagoya Way, LA Harbor Main Channel Click here to contact us