Calendar
The Battleship New Jersey hosts many private and public events on the ship.
Check out what public events are coming up on our calendar.
The Battleship remembers our military men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice with a memorial service, conducted by the Bishop Eustace Knights of Columbus. The ceremony, which will take place on the forecastle (forward deck) and is free to attend, will include a live performance of TAPS and the casting of a memorial wreath into the Delaware River.
Enjoy a delicious BBQ on the fantail, courtesy of Mission BBQ!, open bar, entertainment – including the Phillies Phanatic! – and the best view of the fireworks over the Delaware River at dusk. It’s all happening at the Steel Beach Blast on the Battleship New Jersey, Saturday, July 1 from 7pm to 10pm.
Tonight the girls are in charge!
Your Girl Scout troop is invited to a spend a fun, educational and totally cool night aboard the Battleship New Jersey! Our award-winning overnight encampment program features dinner and breakfast served from the chowline, a guided tour of the Battleship, a ride in the 4D Flight Simulator and the opportunity to sleep in the bunks that the crew of the USS New Jersey once did!
Plus, girls can participate in a USO-style show, complete with performers in period dress and learn about how women helped build the Battleship during WWII. Girl Scouts will also get a “Women Serving Our Nation” badge!
Girls Only Nights are scheduled for Saturday, May 13, 2017 and Saturday, October 14, 2017.
The Battleship’s Girls Only Night is $69 per person. To reserve your bunks, call 866-877-6262 ext. 203.
The Battleship New Jersey will honor and remember all our veterans with a ceremony on the forecastle (forward deck) on Veterans Day, Saturday, Nov. 11 at 11am. This free ceremony will feature keynote speakerBruce Heilman, a WWII Marine veteran and National Spokesman for The Greatest Generation Foundation. Capt. Walt Urban, USN (ret), the Battleship’s Military Liaison Officer and Chairman of the Board of Trusttees, will serve as MC. The ceremony will end with the casting of a memorial wreath upon the Delaware River to remember all veterans who have passed.
The Battleship will also allow vets to tour the ship that day for any donation amount. Just check in at the Battleship’s Ticket Office for a Fire Power self-guided tour for whatever donation you can make. Tours will be available from 9:30am to 3pm on Saturday, Nov. 11.
Further, the Battleship will host a Veterans Classic Car Show on the pier from noon to 3pm. Guests touring the Battleship are welcome to check out the vehicles.
The Battleship will open her decks on New Year’s Eve for guests to watch the 6pm or Midnight Fireworks shows over the Delaware River. We’ll have music, food concessions and bar service. We open her decks two hours before each show – 4pm for the 6pm fireworks show and 10pm for the midnight show. Come aboard for just a $10 donation per person. All proceeds go to the on-going restoration of the Battleship, a non-profit museum and memorial.
Fire the 5-inch gun at the conclusion of the 6pm and Midnight Fireworks! We’ll offer chances for guests to pull the trigger and fire this historic gun on New Year’s Eve!
Tickets are available by calling 866-877-6262 ext. 108, or at the Battleship’s Ticket Office, open every day from 9:30am to 3pm, except Christmas Day, and prior to both the 6pm and Midnight shows on New Year’s Eve.
Both New Year’s Eve fireworks shows are free to Battleship Members.
Tickets for 6 PM Show
Tickets for Midnight Show
Due to the forecasted bad weather, the Twilight Tour, originally scheduled for Thursday, May 17, has been cancelled.
Please consult this website for future Twilight Tours.
Experience the adult-side of the Battleship during this Curator-led tour on Tuesday, August 21 at 6pm. Adults will see sailor art, hear stories like the Playboy Bunny who visited the Battleship, and even enjoy a cold beer, glass of wine or soft drink on the deck at the end of the tour. Tickets are a $34.95 donation. Free parking! To purchase tickets, click the Visit page on this website or call 866-877-6262 ext. 108.
Experience a tour of the World’s Greatest Battleship every day through the end of December from 9:30am to 3pm.
The Battleship is a private non-profit and is not affected by the federal government’s shut down. Revenue from tours goes to the on-going support of the Battleship.
The Battleship will be open for tours on Saturdays, Sundays, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, Jan. 21 and Presidents Day, Monday, Feb. 18, from 9:30am to 3pm in January and February.
Veterans can meet over 30 employees on the historic fantail (tented rear deck) of the Battleship! Free lunch for all applicants! Free parking in Lot #1, across from the BB&T Pavilion. Use the Clinton St. entrance. We’ll also provide free shuttle service to take you from the parking lot to the Battleship Pier.
Job seekers can register at www.delawarevalleyveterans.com
Adults can learn about the mature-side of the Battleship with this Curator-led tour of the dark Battleship! All guests will receive a complimentary flashlight to guide them through the ship as they check out sailor art and hear adult tales. Complete your tour with a cold beer, glass of wine or soft drink on the deck.
Tours for adults only are $34.95. Purchase your tickets here or call 866-877-6262 ext. 108.
Dare to tour the Battleship New Jersey at night?
Adults can learn about the mature-side of the Battleship with this Curator-led tour of the dark Battleship! All guests will receive a complimentary flashlight to help guide them through the ship as they check out sailor art and hear adult tales.
Guided Moonlight Tours of the World’s Greatest Battleship will launch at 6pm on:
Tickets are $30 per person and only $15 for Battleship members. Limit 10 tickets per tour group.
- All guests must pass a health screening that includes a contactless temperature check, wear a face covering and practice social distancing of six feet at all times.
- Tours of the Battleship during the day are available Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 3pm.
Dare to tour the Battleship New Jersey at night?
Adults can learn about the mature-side of the Battleship with this Curator-led tour of the dark Battleship! All guests will receive a complimentary flashlight to help guide them through the ship as they check out sailor art and hear adult tales.
Guided Moonlight Tours of the World’s Greatest Battleship will launch at 6pm on:
Tickets are $30 per person and only $15 for Battleship members. Limit 10 tickets per tour group.
- All guests must pass a health screening that includes a contactless temperature check, wear a face covering and practice social distancing of six feet at all times.
- Tours of the Battleship during the day are available Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 3pm.
Dare to tour the Battleship New Jersey at night?
Adults can learn about the mature-side of the Battleship with this Curator-led tour of the dark Battleship! All guests will receive a complimentary flashlight to help guide them through the ship as they check out sailor art and hear adult tales.
Guided Moonlight Tours of the World’s Greatest Battleship will launch at 6pm on:
Tickets are $30 per person and only $15 for Battleship members. Limit 10 tickets per tour group.
- All guests must pass a health screening that includes a contactless temperature check, wear a face covering and practice social distancing of six feet at all times.
- Tours of the Battleship during the day are available Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 3pm.
Dare to tour the Battleship New Jersey at night?
Adults can learn about the mature-side of the Battleship with this Curator-led tour of the dark Battleship! All guests will receive a complimentary flashlight to help guide them through the ship as they check out sailor art and hear adult tales.
Guided Moonlight Tours of the World’s Greatest Battleship will launch at 6pm on:
Tickets are $30 per person and only $15 for Battleship members. Limit 10 tickets per tour group.
- All guests must pass a health screening that includes a contactless temperature check, wear a face covering and practice social distancing of six feet at all times.
- Tours of the Battleship during the day are available Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 3pm.