75th Commemoration of the Attack on Pearl Harbor

75th Commemoration of the Attack on Pearl Harbor

The theme of Pearl Harbor’s 75th Commemoration “Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future” underscores the significance of the events of December 7, 1941.

Forever a symbol of American resilience and the resolve to defend freedom, the annual commemoration of the attack on Pearl Harbor fosters reflection, remembrance and understanding.

More than 40 events and activities throughout the commemoration, December 1 – 11, 2016, will inspire all who attend.

Plan to visit now, during the commemoration dates or anytime this year to experience the shared inspiration for a future enriched by friendship and peace. Go to the website for more information. A sampling of events below:

Thursday, December 1
8:45 – 10: 00 a.m. U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific Jazz Combo – Papana Performance, Pearl Harbor Visitor
Center Lanai

Friday, December 2
1:30 – 2:00 p.m. USS Arizona Memorial Reunion Association Wreath Laying Ceremony, National Memorial
Cemetery of the Pacific (Punchbowl)
5:30 – 10:00 p.m. Activities & Movie (7:30 p.m.) on the Beach – “12 O’ Clock High” (U.S. Air Force), Waikiki
Outdoor Theater

Saturday, December 3
2:00 – 4:00 p.m. The Swingin’ Blue Stars Performance, Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
6:00 – 10:00 p.m. “For Love of Country—Pass It On” Opening Gala, Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor *

Sunday, December 4
8:45 – 10: 00 a.m. Royal Hawaiian Band Performance, Pearl Harbor Visitor Center Lanai
Noon to 2:00 p.m. Aerological Tower Dedication, Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor
2:00 – 4:00 p.m. “Remember Pearl Harbor” Documentary Film Premiere, Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor *
2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Escape to 1941: An Immersive Experience for Students, Venue TBD *
5:00 – 9:00 p.m. “Hawaii Remembers” – Block Party, Home of the Brave museum & Brewseum *
5:30 – 10:00 p.m. Activities & Movie (7:30 p.m.) on the Beach – (U.S. Navy), Waikiki Outdoor Theater
7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Night at the Museum: VIP Reception & Virtual Reality Premiere, Venue TBD *

Monday, December 5
5:30 – 10:00 p.m. Gary Sinise & Lt. Dan Band FREE Concert (preceding movie), Movie (7:30 p.m.) on the
Beach – “From Here to Eternity” (U.S. Army), Waikiki Outdoor Theater

Tuesday, December 6
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Freedom Bell Opening Ceremony & Bell Ringing, USS Bowfin Submarine Museum &
Park
2:00 & 4:30 p.m. Fox Sports Pearl Harbor Basketball Invitational, Princeton vs. California, followed by Seton Hall vs. Hawai‘I *
5:00 – 6:00 p.m. USS Utah Memorial Sunset Service, USS Utah Memorial *
6:00 – 10:00 p.m. “December 7th Remembered” Gala Tribute, Hilton Hawaiian Village, Coral Ballroom *

Wednesday, December 7
4:30 – 7:30 p.m. Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade and Public Ceremony, Kalakaua Avenue, Waikiki

Thursday, December 8
10:00 – 11:00 a.m. USS Nevada Memorial, Joint Base Pearl Harbor – Hickam *
1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Doris Miller Bust Rededication Ceremony

Friday, December 9
5:30 – 10:00 p.m. Movie (7:30 p.m.) on the Beach, “The Guardian” (U.S. Coast Guard), Waikiki Outdoor Theater

Saturday, December 10
6:00 – 10:00 p.m. Signature Concert “Inspiring the Future”. Aloha Stadium *

Sunday, December 11
5: 00 a.m. Honolulu Marathon (Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future), Ala Moana Blvd, Kapiolani Park *

Most events are Free and Open to the Public
* Ticketed and / or Private Event