Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover Baltimore is a free biennial event that takes place in Baltimore in the fall. A week-long celebration is all about the Fs—“Fleet, Flights, and Festivals." It features public tours of over 10 U.S., Canadian, and British vessels in the Inner Harbor, Fells Point, and Locust Point. Lots of entertainment and festivities await visitors in the Inner Harbor, from the Maryland Science Center to the National Aquarium. The USAF Thunderbirds' jets are the highlight of the aerial show on the Martin State Airport tarmac.
Opening Ceremony & Ship Tours
Fleet Week's opening ceremony takes place at the Inner Harbor Amphitheater at 4 pm. By this time, several historical ships are supposed to arrive at the Inner Harbor West Wall, Fells Point Broadway Pier, and North Locust Point Marine Terminal, welcoming visitors aboard from 10 am to 5 pm from June 13 until June 17. Shuttle buses from the Inner Harbor to Locust Point are also available.
Fleet Week Inner Harbor Festival (June 14-16, 2024)
Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover attract about 300,000 attendees to various locations across Baltimore every other year. The festivities take place across several venues, one of which is Inner Harbor West Shore Park. The music lineup for this part of the celebration is impressive, featuring US Navy Band Country Current, Kelly Bell Band, Sweet Leda, Whiskey Feathers, Caleb Stine, and many more. The performances will span from 11 am to 8 pm at the park and Inner Harbor Amphitheater. You'll also have a chance to observe military displays, grab a drink or a tasty meal, and enjoy family-friendly entertainment.
Fleet Week Fells Point Festival (June 13-17, 2024)
Celebration on Broadway Square will only ramp up the scale and fun of the festival. Starting off with a 5K Fun Run on June 13th at 5 pm and a rum punch tasting tour, the week promises to be jam-packed with fun and entertainment. On June 14 at 3 pm, consider taking part in the Fells Point's Best Crab Cake Contest. Other activities include Youth Edition Battle of the Bands, Work Out with a Sailor, and a Family Fun Day on June 17th from 10 am to 6 pm. The lineup features Honest Lee Soul, Ricky Wise Trio, Marine Rock Band, and other virtuosos.
Martin State Airport Open House & Festival (June 15-16, 2024)
An open house at Martin State Airport keeps its doors open all day from 9 am to 4 pm and features ground displays, historic planes, interactive exhibits, food, live entertainment, and the chance to see the planes take off.
Flyover Baltimore Air Show
Flyover Baltimore is the largest air show in the state of Maryland. It can be watched in the skies over Fort McHenry, Middle Branch, and the Inner Harbor. However, Martin State Airport definitely offers one of the best viewpoints for the air show. Flyovers begin at around 11 am and continue until 4 pm. The aerobatic performers are announced prior to their display.
Admission & Schedule
Admission to all events of Maryland Fleet Week is free and requires no additional fees. The festival at the Inner Harbor spans from 11 am to 8 pm on June 14-16, while the Fells Point celebration unfolds between 2 pm and 9 pm on June 14, from 11 am to 9 pm on June 15, from 9 am to 4 pm on June 16, and from 10 am to 6 pm on June 17. Martin State Airport operates from 9 am to 4 pm on June 15-16.
