Guests are welcome to bring picnic blankets and low-profile foldable or lay-flat beach chairs for use on the pier. These items are permitted aboard the event shuttle buses.

Outside food and beverages are permitted on the pier, subject to event restrictions. One cooler per family is permitted and subject to security inspection.

Permitted bags include:

• Clutches and wallets measuring 1.25" x 2.25" x 5.5" or smaller
• Clear plastic bags with contents readily visible, similar to those permitted at sporting events

Fold-up wagons used to transport permitted items are allowed.

All permitted bags and coolers are subject to inspection upon entry and may be tagged to indicate they have been screened. Please review the prohibited items list and bag policy before arrival.

For the safety and security of all guests, bags and personal items are subject to inspection upon entry.

Permitted bags include:

• Clutches and wallets measuring 1.25" x 2.25" x 5.5" or smaller
• Clear plastic bags with contents readily visible

Prohibited bags include:

• Purses
• Handbags
• Backpacks
• Fanny packs
• Camera bags
• Diaper bags
• Luggage
• Any bag, package, or container that provides concealment and exceeds the permitted dimensions listed above

One cooler per family is permitted and subject to inspection.

All permitted bags and coolers may be tagged after screening.

Guests may bring one cooler per family/group. All coolers are subject to security inspection upon entry and may be tagged to indicate they have been screened.

Permitted coolers:

• Soft coolers
• Small- to medium-sized hard coolers
• Coolers under 40 quarts

Prohibited coolers:

• Oversized marine coolers
• Coolers larger than 40 quarts

Please note that glass containers, grills, and other prohibited items may not be brought into the event.

Outside food and beverages are permitted on the pier only, with restrictions including 1 cooler per family (no glass containers—including glass bottles—or grills). Outside food and beverages are not allowed on board the ship, including for Fantail VIP ticket holders.

For the safety and comfort of all guests, the following items are prohibited:

• Glass containers
• Grills and open-flame cooking equipment
• Personal fireworks and sparklers
• Pets
• Tables
• Tents and canopies
• Umbrellas*
• Oversized chairs or high-back camping chairs
• Coolers larger than 40 quarts
• Bags or containers that do not comply with the event bag policy

*Umbrellas may be brought for weather-related use only and may not be used for shade, as they can obstruct the view of other guests.

Event staff reserve the right to deny entry to any item deemed unsafe, disruptive, or prohibited by federal regulations.

No. Guests who choose to board the ship during the event should leave picnic items at their designated spot on the pier.

Only small personal items such as:

• Wallets
• Phones
• Small purses
• Essential personal belongings will be permitted aboard the ship.

When boarding to watch the fireworks, blankets are permitted on board.

Guests without base access: Please park at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. 

Guests with base access: Parking is available at the Battleship Missouri parking lot.

Shuttle service from the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center to the Battleship Missouri Memorial will begin departing between 5:15 PM and 5:20 PM. The final shuttle to the event will depart the Visitor Center at 8:15 PM. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to allow time for parking, shuttle transportation, and security screening.

Yes, concessions will be available for purchase during the event.

No, pets are not permitted.

Yes. Guests are welcome to explore select exterior decks of the Battleship Missouri. Access to the interior of the ship is not included.

Tickets can be purchased online at: ussmissouri.org/picnic

Purchase General Admission tickets here.

Purchase VIP Tables here.

Adults: $30 presale 
Children (ages 4–12): $15 presale 
Children (3 and under): Free

No. Please be sure to bring cash or a credit card for any purchases during the event.

Fireworks are expected to start at 8:45 pm. You are welcome to watch them from the pier or from the starboard decks of the Missouri.

Guests are welcome to tour the Battleship Missouri throughout the evening up until approximately 30 minutes prior to the fireworks show. 

We kindly ask that guests do not camp out or reserve viewing spots aboard the ship prior to that time. Beginning around 8:15 p.m., guests may come aboard to enjoy the fireworks show from the ship, as space allows.

No. Personal fireworks of any kind are strictly prohibited.