Fort Lauderdale McDonalds Air and Sea Show / Fleet Week USA

East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Las Olas Events

McDonalds® National Salute to America's Heroes

McDonalds® Air & Sea Show
Saturday, May 5th & Sunday, May 6th
Location: Las Olas Boulevard at A1A / Fort Lauderdale Beach

One of the world’s largest spectator events, this two-day extravaganza features top military and civilian performances along four miles of beautiful Fort Lauderdale beach. According to military and city estimates, the show draws millions of people each year. This world-class event is part of the McDonald’s® National Salute to America’s Heroes, and is the kick-off for National Military Appreciation Month observed each May. The National Salute also includes Fleet Week USA presented by McDonald’s, which brings several Navy ships and thousands of sailors to Fort Lauderdale.

Show hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday
May 5th and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday May 6th.

Best viewing for the McDonalds Air & Sea Show are along Fort Lauderdale beach between Oakland Park and Las Olas Blvd. The Show is under an open sky. Patrons are encouraged to plan accordingly. It is advised that spectators prepare for a day in the sun by wearing sunscreen, as well as a hat and sunglasses. They should also drink an adequate amount of water to avoid dehydration. For convenience, concessions will be available up and down the beach, with food courts located on A1A near Sunrise Boulevard.

Fleet Week USA presented by McDonalds®
Monday, April 30th - Friday, May 4th
Location: Las Olas Boulevard at A1A / Port Everglades

Fleet Week USA is the annual celebration designed to thank the nation's sea-going military personnel for their dedicated service to our country. Fleet Week USA, presented by McDonald’s®, is produced by Pro-Series, Inc., an event production firm. The show has received significant endorsements from federal, state and local agencies, as well as business and civic organizations.

2007 Fleet Week USA / Fort Lauderdale Air & Sea Show Schedule

Date / Time Event Location

Monday, April 30th

8:00 am - 12:00 pm Ship Arrivals Port Everglades

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm All Hands On Deck Welcoming Party Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Tuesday, May 1st

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Liberty Call Party Beach Place Courtyard

Wednesday, May 2nd

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Anchors Aweigh Party The Downtowner Saloon

Thursday, May 3rd

7:30 pm - 9:00 pm McDonald's National Salute to America's Heroes Concert Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

8:30 pm - 10:00 pm Performers' Party Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

9:30 pm - 10:00 pm Fireworks Extravaganza Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Friday, May 4th

8:00 am - 10:00 am Ships Depart Port Everglades

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Take Off Party Tarpon Bend

Saturday, May 5th

9:00 am - 11:00 am Super Boat Grand Prix in association with Port Fort Lauderdale Beach A1A/Sunrise Blvd.

9:00 am - 5:00 pm McDonald's Air & Sea Show Fort Lauderdale Beach A1A/Sunrise Blvd.

9:00 am - 5:00 pm Do It For Real Zone Sunrise Cinemas Galleria Mall

Sunday, May 6th

9:00 am - 11:00 am Super Boat Grand Prix in association with Port Fort Lauderdale Beach A1A/Sunrise Blvd.

9:00 am - 5:00 pm McDonald's Air & Sea Show Fort Lauderdale Beach A1A/Sunrise Blvd.

9:00 am - 5:00 pm Do It For Real Zone Sunrise Cinemas Galleria Mall

Further info available at www.airseashow.com