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VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION

Join us for a fun-filled line-up of celebrations honoring our service men and women for Veterans Day!

Salute to Service Festival

Salute to Service Festival

NBC7 & Telemnudo 20 host the biggest Veterans Day celebration in San Diego. Live music,  kids’ activities, contests, free food & drink samples. FREE for all Active, Reserve, National Guard, Veterans and their families. Simply show your military ID and join us as we celebrate you & your family. Bring up to 4 family members.Date: Friday, November 11 • Time: 10:00AM – 3:00PM

Free Museum Admission for Military Veterans

Free Museum Admission for Military Veterans

The USS Midway Museum is offering military veterans and up to four additional family members free admission to the museum on Veterans Day. Must present ID or proof of service at Midway’s ticket booth (this offer is only available at Midway’s ticket booth).

Date: Friday, Nov. 11 • Time: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Military Art Exhibit

Military Art Exhibit

A War Memorial – “The Art of Immortalizing Heroes”

Inspiring artwork by U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Joe Pisano

Included with museum admission
Date:
11/11 – 11/14 • Time: 10am – 4pm

San Diego Blood Bank Veterans Day Blood Drive

Veterans Day Blood Drive

Your donation will save lives! USS Midway Parking Lot on Navy Pier!

Donors receive one (1) free pass to the USS Midway Museum, while supplies last. Picture ID is required for donation.

Click here to schedule your appointment today

Date: Friday, November 11 • Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Mail Call - Write thank you letters to Veterans!

Mail Call - Write thank you letters to Veterans!

The Midway will mail all letters collected on Veterans Day, to Honor Flight San Diego to pass out to veterans attending honor flights. This is the perfect time to say thank you to our veterans for their service.

LOCATION

USS Midway Museum
910 N. Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92101

HOURS

Admission Hours
10 am – 4 pm
Open Until 5 pm

ADMISSION

Please review below activities to determine admission cost. 

Some activities are virtual and do not have admission cost.

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

NBC 7 Salute to Service: Lincoln Housing Military Give-a-Way Nov 7

NBC 7 Salute to Service: Lincoln Housing Military Give-a-Way- Nov 7 

This year’s Salute to Service Festival has been canceled out of an abundance of caution and in adherence to current government policies regarding COVID-19.

In honor of Veteran’s Day, the USS Midway Museum is proud to partner with NBC7 San Diego and Telemundo in assembling and passing out care packs to 100 local military families through Lincoln Military Housing.

The USS Midway invites these 100 families along with all military Veterans to join us onboard for Veterans Day to free admission to the museum.

Virtual Fleet Week: World of Warships Nov 9

Virtual Fleet Week: World of Warships – Nov 9

This Veterans Day, Midway will participate in the World of Warships Virtual Fleet Week to celebrate historic museum ships and to honor U.S. Navy veterans.

This virtual event will feature a mixture of historical footage along with exclusive in-game and CGI footage to recreate the atmosphere of a grand Fleet Week while also paying tribute to the U.S. Navy, Marines, and Coast Guard.

Midway Ship Historian, Karl will also be featured to share more about Midway Magic!

Watch on Twitch or YouTube to enjoy the unique atmosphere of the Navy parade online!

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Free Admission for Active Duty & Veterans Nov 11

Free Admission for Active Duty & Veterans & Family – Nov 11

As a special thank you for your service to our nation, Active Duty Military and Veterans and up to two additional family members will receive free admission to the USS Midway Museum on November 11, 2020. Must present ID or proof of service at Midway’s Ticket Booth open daily from 10 am – 4 pm.

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Fleet Week Boat Parade Viewing Nov 11

Fleet Week Boat Parade Viewing – Nov 11, 10 am

Come view the Veterans Day Boat Parade as part of Fleet Week San Diego from the flight deck of the USS Midway!

The Fleet Week San Diego Boat Parade is a community event dedicated to honoring the men and women of our military, past and present.  The Parade starts at 10 am and is expected to pass by the Midway at approximately 12 pm!

This viewing opportunity is included in museum admission with all physical distancing protocols upheld. As a result of COVID-19, the museum is at limited capacity. Click here to purchase your ticket for Veterans Day in advance.

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Blood Drive: San Diego Blood Bank Nov 11

Blood Drive: San Diego Blood Bank – Nov 11

Give back on Veterans Day! Stop by the San Diego Blood Bank trailer on Navy Pier (within the Ace Parking Lot) to make a donation! Donors will receive one (1) free pass to the USS Midway Museum, while supplies last.

Get more details below to learn how you can donate!

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Destination Midway w/ Historian, Karl Nov 11

Destination Midway w/ Historian, Karl – Nov 11, 12:30 pm

Explore historic topics with Midway’s Ship Historian and bonafide history expert, Karl Zingheim in our new live lecture series, DESTINATION: MIDWAY.

In celebration of Veterans Day and the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, Karl will be interviewing four WWII veterans. Join us to hear their incredible stories of service and sacrifice that will only deepen your appreciation of America’s Greatest Generation on this special holiday. You will also have the chance to ask questions to Karl and our special WWII veterans guests during this livestream!

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US Navy Leap Frogs Skydive Demonstration Nov 11

US Navy Leap Frogs Skydive Demonstration – Nov 11, 10 am & 1 pm

Come aboard the USS Midway Museum to watch the U.S. Navy Parachute Team, the “Leap Frogs” perform an aerial skydive demonstration landing expertly on the flight deck.

Watch this amazing team show off their skills during two jumps on Veterans Day, 10 am and 1 pm.

This event is included in museum admission. As a result of COVID-19 the museum is at limited capacity. Click here to purchase your ticket for Veterans Day in advance.

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Patriotic Art Exhbition Nov 11

Patriotic Art Exhibition by MMC (SW) Joseph A. Pisano – Nov 11

Join us on the hangar deck to enjoy a patriotically inspired art exhbit by U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Joe Pisano.  Chief Pisano’s art is considered “3D Industrial” and uses a variety of objects including drywall screws, dog tags and golf tees in the creation of his artwork.

This exhibition is included in museum admission. As a result of COVID-19 the museum is at limited capacity. Click here to purchase your ticket for Veterans Day in advance.

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BBQ ON THE FLIGHT DECK Nov 14 & 15

BBQ on the Flight Deck- Nov 14 & 15 

Midway is happy to partner with local catering companies to bring BBQ to the flight deck! Join us onboard during the second weekend of November and you will be able to indulge in delicious food offerings available for purchase. Some menu items include pulled pork, ribs, chicken, coleslaw and more.

 This event is subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather. 

NOTE: This is a dining opportunity for museum guests who visit on the selected dates. Items will be available for purchase and are not included in museum admission. As a result of COVID-19, the museum is at limited capacity, so please plan ahead. Click here to purchase your tickets in advance.

United Stories of America

NEW EPISODES AVAILABLE NOW!

In celebration of Veterans Day, we are thrilled to share the first three episodes of United Stories of America Season 2.

United Stories of America is a video series launched in 2019 in partnership with USAA to highlight the endless stories that can be found aboard the USS Midway. Season 1 focused on the faces of history, highlighting 6 heroes that we are lucky to call Midway Volunteers and their personal stories. Season 2 will focus on the 47 years of Midway service punctuated by milestone events and eventually culminating in its arrival in San Diego to become a museum.

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