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Special Events:
Our Special Events are meant to outreach with the public, share our ships and their histories with those they fought to protect, and remember the service of our military personnel to the United States. We look forward to welcoming you aboard! For information on our Behind the Scenes Tours, please see our offerings on the Education page.
Mother's Day
May 14, 2023
Let Mom be a kid again! Mom's visiting Battleship Cove with their children on Mother's Day will receive Free admission.
Helicopter Exhibit Grand Opening
May 27, 2023
Vietnam the Helicopter War Exhibit Grand Opening.
Join us to learn more about the Vietnam War and how helicopters were an important part.
Memorial Day Ceremony
May 29, 2023; 12:00pm
Experience a traditional military observance, honoring the fallen and Gold Star Families and a 21-gun salute.
The ceremony is open to the public at no charge.
Memorial Day
May 29, 2023
Active Military, Veterans, Guard and Reserve will be provided with free admission to Battleship Cove Memorial Day.
Photo ID required.
Battleship Boogie
June 24, 2023
Join us on the Battleship for our annual 1940s swing dance.
Advance ticket purchase required. Tickets are available here.
Women in The Military
June 17, 2023
Learn more about how women served during WWII.
Father's Day
June 18, 2023
Let Dad be a kid again! Dads visiting Battleship Cove with their children on Father's Day will receive Free admission.
Korean War Day
June 25, 2023
Join Battleship Cove as we commemorate the anniversary of the Korean War. Reenactors will be on site in period uniforms providing demonstrations.
Active Military, Veterans, Guard and Reserve will be provided with free admission to Battleship Cove.
July 4th Fireworks
July 4, 2023
See the city of Fall River, MA fireworks display in honor of the 4th of July from the deck of the USS Massachusetts (BB-59).
Gates open at 7:30 PM. No bags, backpacks, coolers, alcoholic beverages, and other restrictions may apply.
Tickets available here.
Vietnam Veterans Weekend
July 15-16, 2023
Help us honor those valiant men and women who fought during the Vietnam War during this weekend full of programming.
Active Military, Veterans, Guard and Reserve will be provided with free admission.
World War II Weekend
TBD
Help us honor those valiant men and women who fought during World War II during this weekend full of programming.
Active Military, Veterans, Guard and Reserve will be provided with free admission to Battleship Cove.
Rite of Reflection
September 11, 2023; 8:30AM
In the memory of the anniversary of the nation's deadliest attack, there will be a remembrance ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial site with a wreath casting and a 21-gun salute. The ceremony is open to the public.
Battleship Boo Bash
October 13, 20, and 27, 2023
An event for the whole family! Participate in trick or treating, meet friendly costumed characters, and more! All tickets are timed tickets. The last entry for Boo Bash is 6:00PM.
Advanced ticket purchase is required. Tickets are available here.
Veteran's Day
November 11th; 9:00 - 4:00pm
Battleship Cove is honored to provide free admission to all Active Military, Veterans, Guard and Reserve on Veteran's Day, 11 November.
Annual and Special Events:
Pearl Harbor Anniversary
December 7th; 12:55 PM
Battleship Cove will commemorate the anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor by hosting a ceremony December 7, at 12:55pm aboard the USS Massachusetts' Memorial Room. The ceremony is open to the public at no charge, but seating is limited.
To learn more about our events or to make a reservation, please contact us at 508-678-1100 ext. 123 or contact us below for more information!
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