Memorial Day Wreath Ceremony and Performances
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Free to attend. Join us on Memorial Day, Monday May 29 for a special commemorative wreath ceremony in remembrance of those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. This event will include guest speakers, a flyover, and tossing a memorial wreath over the ship in honor of the fallen. Doors close at 9:20 a.m. Can’t make it to the event? Join the ceremony live on Facebook.
U.S. COAST GUARD AUXILIARY ARIZONA BAND PERFORMANCE - Enjoy entertaining patriotic music by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Band Arizona instrumentalists on the flight deck! There are two timed performances at 11:45 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. Don’t miss out! This event is included in regular Museum admission.
THE MUSIC MACHINE, BONITA VISTA HIGH SCHOOL MIXED SHOW CHOIR - Enjoy patriotic entertainment by one of San Diego’s top-ranked advanced mixed show choirs, Bonita Vista High School’s Music Machine! Be sure to head to the flight deck to get your seats for this entertaining performance. This event is included in regular Museum admission.
NATIONAL MOMENT OF REMEMBRANCE – MAY 29 AT 3 p.m. - Established into law by Congress in 2000, the National Moment of Remembrance is when Americans pause and observe a moment of silence at 3 p.m. on Memorial Day to honor those who have fallen while serving in the U.S. military. Join us on the flight deck to observe a moment of silence, or wherever you are, to pause and remember those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice while in uniform. This event is included with regular museum admission.
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USS Midway Museum
Experience Life at Sea Without Leaving Port! Imagine experiencing life at sea aboard one of America’s longest-serving aircraft carriers. Visitors to the USS Midway Museum enter a floating city at sea and walk in the footsteps of 225,000 Midway sailors who served our country and upheld the American ideals of strength, freedom and peace. The USS Midway Museum is an unforgettable adventure for the entire family. Guests can spend the day exploring more than 60 exhibits with a collection of 25 restored aircrafts. The self-guided audio tour, narrated by Midway, sailors brings the carriers history to life. Those who dare can "take to the sky" aboard one of three flight simulators. General Admission: Buy General Admission Tickets online $20 Adults (18+) $17 Seniors (62+) $15 Students (13-17 or w/ college ID) $10 Retired Military (with valid ID) $10 Youth (ages 6-12) Complimentary Admission: Children 5 years old or younger Active-duty military personnel (including Reservists) with valid ID (daytime admission only) Group & Docent Tour Information