Stay Anchored in the Heart of San Francisco
Fleet Week in the City by the Bay
San Francisco's Fleet Week takes over San Francisco from October 4-12! Don't miss out on a week-long celebration of maritime service and events, including the iconic air show and boat parade.
Your Spot for the Action
Stay a While at S&R Lounge
Grab a quick breakfast in the morning or a stylish cocktail to finish off the day in Hotel Zetta's lobby bar, open daily.
Discover San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco places you steps from culture, cuisine, and iconic landmarks. Wander through Union Square, enjoy the beauty of Golden Gate Park, or catch foggy bay views. Stay central and experience more than just the festival.
View the Fleet Week Website
See all the details on what artists you'll see, the food and drink vendors, and additional experiences at the festival. Keep the good vibes going after the festival with Outside Lands Night Shows at venues around the cit
Getting around
San Francisco
Hotel Zetta is located in downtown San Francisco, approximately 1.5 miles from the waterfront where Fleet Week festivities take place.
Fleet Fest (Oct. 10-11)
Fisherman's Wharf - SkyStar Wheel and Pier 27
24 min drive | 40 min walk | 14 min bike
Air Show (Oct. 9-11 from 12pm - 4pm)
View from Marina Green and Chrissy Field
26 min drive | 1 hour walk | 22 min bike
Parade of Ships (Oct. 9 11am - 12 pm)
San Francisco Waterfront
26 min drive | 1 hour walk | 22 min bike
Breakfast or Drinks at S&R Lounge
Start and end your day at S&R Lounge, Hotel Zetta’s welcoming lobby gathering place. Begin your morning with a convenient grab-and-go breakfast, served daily from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. In the afternoon, S&R transforms into a mezcal-focused bar featuring a full selection of spirits, creative cocktails, and light bites. Join us daily from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with happy hour from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Designed with reclaimed glass, salvaged wood, and recycled materials, S&R brings Hotel Zetta’s signature reuse, recycle, and repurpose philosophy to life while celebrating the craftsmanship and character of mezcal.
Fleet Week FAQs
Absolutely. San Francisco Fleet Week is incredibly family-friendly. Kids will love the STEM Center at Fleet Fest, exploring the massive ships during the Ship Tours, and watching the Blue Angels soar overhead. Our spacious boutique guestrooms are the perfect home base for families exploring the city.
Yes! We want to make your Fleet Week experience seamless. Our Fleet Week Package features everything you need, including a $25 Uber gift card for easy transportation to the waterfront, a curated in-room snack pack for pre-show fuel, and a late checkout so you can rest the morning after the festivities. (Note: Hotel Zelos guests can also take advantage of our Breakfast Package, offering daily credits to dine at Dirty Habit before heading out!)
There is so much to see! We highly recommend catching the Parade of Ships (Oct 9), checking out the Air Show featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels (Oct 9–11), and walking through Fleet Fest at Pier 27 (Oct 10–11). Don't miss the free ship tours and the K9 Heroes demonstrations as well.
Because parking near the waterfront is highly limited during Fleet Week, we highly recommend leaving the car behind!
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By Rideshare: An Uber or Lyft takes about 20 minutes to get to Fisherman's Wharf or Pier 27.
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By Public Transit (Muni): Hop on the historic F Market & Wharves streetcar or the 30 Marina Express bus; both will get you to the waterfront in roughly 30 minutes.
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By Bike: If you want to enjoy the city views, grab a nearby Lyft Bike. It’s a scenic 15-minute ride to the waterfront events.
The Air Show (running October 9–11) can be seen from almost anywhere along the northern waterfront. The most popular public viewing areas are Marina Green, Crissy Field, Aquatic Park, and Pier 39. If you want a guaranteed seat, premium VIP viewing tickets are available for purchase through the official
San Francisco Fleet Week takes place from October 4–12, 2026. While celebrations, neighborhood concerts, and military expos happen all over the city, the main events—including the Air Show and Fleet Fest—take place along the northern waterfront near Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 27, and the Marina Green.