Fleet Week Returns to Fort Lauderdale Port

Fleet Week has returned to Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, marking the U.S. Navy's 32nd visit to the area since 1990 and following a year-long hiatus when the event was held in Miami. The event runs through April 30 and features the arrival of notable vessels such as the USS New York—built with steel from the World Trade Center—USS Cole, USS New Hampshire, and USCGC Tampa. More than 3,000 Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard members are participating. Highlights include free public tours of ships (with advance registration or a lottery for submarine visits), live Navy band performances, aircraft demonstrations, and themed events such as a 250th-anniversary concert and fishing tournament. The week also offers community projects and interactive experiences for attendees to learn about military service and technology. Admission is free, but tickets for ship tours must be reserved online due to limited capacity.