Question 1

What time does the commemoration begin on December 7th?

Accepted Answer

The commemoration will begin at 7:30 am, but the visitor center gates will be open at 6:15 am. We suggest arriving early!

Question 2

Do I need a pass or ticket to go to the National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Ceremony? Or the USS Utah and Oklahoma Ceremonies?

Accepted Answer

No tickets are required for any Pearl Harbor commemorative events.

However, the USS Oklahoma and USS Utah Memorials are located on Ford Island, and unfortunately access to Ford Island is restricted to military/government personnel with ID cards. This does not include a driver's license; it is a government employee ID card, including military retiree ID cards.

Question 3

Is there assigned seating / seating available?

Accepted Answer

The commemoration is held outside, with many of the seats under a large tent. Seating in the front and middle is assigned to specific guests, but there is also seating available for visitors on a first come, first served basis.

Question 4

How do I get to the commemoration? Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

The commemoration will be held at the Pearl Harbor National Memorial at 1 Arizona Memorial Place in Honolulu. Parking is available but this is a busy day, so arrive early! Normally there is a parking fee of $7, but on December 7th this fee will be waived. There will also be free bag storage until 10:00am.

Question 5

Can I go to the USS Arizona Memorial on December 7th?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Boats will go to the USS Arizona Memorial from 12:00pm to 3:30pm on a first come, first served basis, as conditions allow. No reservations are required and none will be released in advance.

Question 6

Where can I go for more information?

Accepted Answer

Please go to the Pearl Harbor National Memorial website for more information or go to their Facebook page.

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