The U.S. Navy is bringing Navy Week to Columbus, Ohio, from Aug. 18-24, 2025. As part of a nationwide outreach effort, Columbus Navy Week will connect Sailors with the community through a variety of performances, educational events, and service projects. The events will lead into the Columbus Air Show Aug. 22-24 at Rickenbacker International Airport, featuring the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels.

Since its inception in 2005, the Navy Week program has visited more than 95 markets across the United States. This year’s Navy Week holds special significance as it coincides with the U.S. Navy’s 250th birthday, marking a quarter-millennium of maritime excellence, national security, and global leadership.

Rear Adm. Matthew Pottenburgh, a Galena native and Ohio State University alumnus, will be the Navy’s senior executive attending Columbus Navy Week. A former Naval Flight Officer, Pottenburgh now serves as Commander, Naval Service Training Command. His return to the area highlights the strong connections between the Navy and the Columbus community.

Join Sailors at one of our many Navy Week events:

• Aug. 18, 5 p.m.: Navy Week Kickoff Celebration at National Veterans Memorial and Museum
• Aug. 19, 6 p.m.: Tribute Tuesday 90’s Rap at Bicentennial Park
• Aug. 19, 6:30 p.m.: Central Community House Open Mic Night
• Aug. 20, 5:30 p.m.: Navy Night with the Columbus Clippers
• Aug. 21-23, 12 p.m.: Age-Group CrossFit Games at Greater Columbus Convention Center
• Aug. 22-24, 8 a.m.: Columbus Air Show featuring the Blue Angels
• Aug. 22, 6 p.m.: An Evening with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels at National Veterans Memorial and Museum
• Aug. 23, 12 p.m.: Columbus ArborFest
• Aug. 23, 4 p.m.: CAP City Festivals
• Aug. 23, 7 p.m.: Columbus Crew MLS Game

Media organizations wishing to cover Columbus Navy Week events should contact Lt. j.g. Lamar Badger at (901) 229-5709 or via email at erick.l.badger.mil@us.navy.mil

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