New Orleans Navy Week - April 17–23, 2012
In April, 2012, New Orleans will host the United States Navy and the 47th Operation Sail event. We are the premiere destination for the tall ships, Navy vessels, and the Blue Angels, as they celebrate two important American anniversaries. This isn’t a convention just for them. They are coming for us. From Lake Pontchartrain where the Blue Angels will fly to witnessing tall ships and vessels from the Navy’s impressive fleet, we will watch them make their way up the Mississippi River.
The amphibious behemoth, the United States Navy Wasp along with five large navy vessels will welcome Class A tall ships from countries around the world to New Orleans, joining the U.S. Navy and OpSail 2012 for the Star-Spangled Sail during a festive celebration from April 17 – 23, 2012. The colorful spectacle of ships will be spread on the East bank of the Mississippi River from Erato Street to Upper Poland Avenue. Additionally, the Navy’s famed Blue Angels will perform a memorable air show.
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Schedule of Events
TUESDAY: April 17, 2012
Arrival of Ships
Music and Fireworks
WEDNESDAY: April 18, 2012
Vessel Tours and Outreach Programs begin, each day through Sunday, April 22, 2012
Official Welcome: Gallier Hall
Opening Reception: USS Wasp
THURSDAY: April 19, 2012
Blue Angels Practice Begins
Mayor’s Reception
Ship Tours
FRIDAY: April 20, 2012
Seafood Cook-off
Gala at the National WWII Museum
Ship Tours
SATURDAY: April 21, 2012
Blue Angels Air Show at Lakefront Airport
Ship Tours
SUNDAY: April 22, 2012
Blue Angels Air Show at Lakefront Airport
Ship Tours
MONDAY: April 23, 2012
Departure Ceremonies
Blessing of the Ships
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