The Navy Week program returns to the city of Syracuse for the second time since the creation of the program in 2005.

Participating Navy assets include Sailors from the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard, Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron TWO, USS Constitution, Naval Talent Acquisition Group Empire State, Navy Recruiting Command, Naval History & Heritage Command, Navy Band Northeast, Office of Civilian Human Resources, Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command, Navy eSports, U.S. Naval Academy, and the Office of Small Business Programs.

More then 60 Sailors will participate in education and community outreach events throughout the city, including a Navy Week proclamation and recognition ceremony at City Hall and a presence at the New York State Fair, the Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology, and much more.

The Navy's senior executive is Rear Adm. Stephen “Josh” Jackson, Deputy Director, Operations and Integration Directorate, Defense Threat Reduction Agency. During Syracuse Navy Week, he is participating in community outreach activities and engaging with local business, civic, education, and government leaders.

Throughout the week, Sailors & civilians will participate in various community events across the area, including engagements with youth at the Mary Nelson Youth Foundation and Henninger High School. Sailors are volunteering at organizations in the city of Syracuse, including Habitat for Humanity, Meals on Wheels, and Food Bank of Central New York, among others. Residents will also enjoy free live music at venues throughout the city performed by Navy Band Northeast.

Media organizations wishing to cover Syracuse Navy Week events should contact Lt. j.g. Josh Keim at (901) 232-4451 or joshua.a.keim.mil@us.navy.mil.