Fleet Week 2024: Thousands of service members and tourists visit San Francisco, meaning big money for small businesses [Video]

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — Fleet Week draws thousands of visitors to San Francisco, and with it, an estimated $10 million for the local economy.

The Blue Angels, the air shows and the ship tours are all a big hit.

Some neighborhoods see a big boost because of the much-celebrated event.

San Francisco’s North Beach neighborhood sees big crowds at night and on weekends.

During Fleet Week, you’ll also see many men and women in uniform.

Nearly 2,500 sailors, marines and coast guardsmen are here this week.

That means big bucks for small businesses.

“We’ve been packed ever since Sunday. They’ve been coming in every night,” said the Manager of Tupelo, David DiAntonio.

At Tupelo on Grant Street, military members get Fleet Week specials.

“We’ve got a special veteran-made whiskey,’ DiAntonio said.

Fleet Week means a big boost for sales.

“The Blue Angels …