Navy Week - Cincinnati 

September 13th-20th

Cincinnati hosted Navy Week 2026 from September 13-20, marking the city's first Navy Week since 2011. More than 65 sailors participated in community outreach, educational programs, performances, and public events throughout the Greater Cincinnati area.

Major Cincinnati Navy Week Events

• Cincinnati Navy Week Proclamation Ceremony (September 14)

  • Official kickoff recognizing Navy Week in Cincinnati.

• Cincinnati Reds Navy Day (September 15)

  • Navy personnel participated in activities surrounding the Reds vs. Dodgers game at Great American Ball Park.

• Small Business Workshop

  • "Doing Business with the Navy & Marine Corps" workshop for regional businesses.

• Children's Museum and Children's Hospital Performances

  • Navy musicians performed at family-focused venues and healthcare facilities.

• The George E. Brown Dinner (September 16)

  • Queen City Club

  • Guest of Honor and featured speaker

RDML Matthew T. Pottenburgh, USN

Commander, Naval Service Training Command

• USS Cincinnati Peace Pavilion Celebration (September 17, West Chester)

  • Tours of the submarine memorial

  • Navy drill team demonstration

  • Navy band performances

  • Flag parachute jump

  • Naval history exhibits

  • STEM activities

  • Veteran engagement opportunities

  • Food trucks and family activities

• A Nation Remembers Veterans Tribute Events

  • Opening ceremonies and veterans-focused commemorations tied to the 25th anniversary observances surrounding 9/11.

• Zinzinnati Oktoberfest Participation (September 17-20)

  • Navy recruiting and heritage display booth

  • Navy Band Great Lakes performances

  • Brass quintet performances throughout the festival

  • Sailors interacting with festival attendees.

• Museum Center and STEM Outreach

  • Interactive exhibits highlighting naval technology, careers, shipbuilding, and science education.

The week featured:

• Sailors from the current USS Cincinnati (LCS-20)

• Hometown Cincinnati-area sailors

• Navy Band Great Lakes and Navy Band Northeast musicians

• The U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard Drill Team

• Naval history exhibits and STEM demonstrations

• Community service projects throughout the region.

Navy Week at USS Cincinnati teaches STEM and skilled trades

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZNU2jUCmT6U

Navy Week event at USS Cincinnati Peace Pavilion showcased Navy history and education

https://www.wcpo.com/news/local-news/navy-week-event-at-uss-cincinnati-peace-pavilion-will-showcase-navy-history-and-education#google_vignette

Stephen Knobel's tour of the USS Cincinanti Peace Pavilion

https://www.facebook.com/reel/4447319455542579

Quarterly Luncheon June 17th 2026

We were honored to welcome Cody VanBoxel as our luncheon speaker on Wednesday, June 17th. Cody, who serves as Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer at the National Headquarters of DAV (Disabled American Veterans), shared his time and perspective with us, and we are grateful for his continued commitment to serving veterans and their families.

We were also pleased to recognize and thank Senior Chief Rob Flemming, Senior Enlisted Leader at Navy Reserve Center Cincinnati, for his dedicated service and leadership. As he transitions to his new role as Senior Enlisted Leader at Navy Reserve Center Detroit, we wish him continued success and appreciate the positive impact he has made within our local Navy community.

To begin the event, Mason Altman, a Naval Academy Plebe, led us in the Pledge of Allegiance, setting a meaningful tone for a luncheon centered on service, gratitude, and connection.

Blue Angels Practice Event, June 12th 2026

Navy League of the United States National Convention

The first week of June was a great week for our Greater Cincinnati Navy League Council.  President Glenn Welling had the opportunity to participate in the Anchors Aweigh Legislative Fly-In with two other colleagues from our Liberty Region, where we met with seven Senate and House members’ staff, including our own Ohio 2nd District Congressman, David Taylor.  We had engaging conversations with all where we were able to emphasize the Navy League’s mission of Support, Engage and Advocate on behalf of the Sea Services.  Focusing on Sustain, Stabilize and Strengthen, we asked specifically for their co-sponsorship of the following pending legislation: SHIPs Act for America (H.R. 3151 and S. 1536/S. 1541); Pay Our Troops Act (H.R. 5401); and SERVE Act (H.R. 3107 and S. 1530).  We also emphasized the need to authorize the Maritime Security Trust Fund, $50B annual Shipbuilding and Construction budget, $20B annual Coast Guard budget, no Continuing Resolutions or shutdowns, and $283M for the NOAA Maritime Operations budget.

The Greater Cincinnati Council was also recognized at the National Convention in Norfolk, VA with five awards for 2025, beginning with the Council Performance Award earning Honorable Mention.  In addition to the Council Performance Award, our Council was recognized with the Sea Service Unit Adoption Excellence Award for Large Councils, and three Donald M. Mackie Awards: Newsletter (Silver); Website (Bronze); and Social Media (Silver).  

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