7th Waterfront Symposium

About Event

This event has been a staple at the pier for over 30 years, leveraging San Diego’s vibrant maritime culture to boost participation and innovation in surface naval operations.

In collaboration with our U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, and international partners, we are creating a platform for discussions that are both inclusive and groundbreaking. To enrich our community with diverse insights, active duty military personnel will receive complimentary access, bringing their invaluable perspectives to our discussions.

Theme: TBD
No one under the age of 18 allowed

There is no fee for active duty in uniform or government civilians to attend the session however, there will be a nominal charge for lunch. We do ask that everyone pre-registers to ensure our counts are accurate. If you have NOT registered by Thursday, 10 September at 1600 we cannot guarantee a lunch for you.
We use your email during the registration process to ensure you are eligible for complimentary attendance.

When: September 16-17, 2026
Where: Pier 2 Parking Lot, Naval Base San Diego, CA
We will be able to offer base access applications. Please identify during the registration process if you need a copy of the form to complete.

Registration and Schedule of Events

To register to attend Click Here
Registration Pricing Click Here
Schedule of Events (2025) Click Here

Advance Registration

Registration will open in July.

We highly encourage pre-registration as lunch option is not guaranteed if you sign up onsite. 

To obtain follow-up information on base access, or any additional events held in conjunction with the event you must have completed the registration process, including submitting full payment before anything is sent. This includes security clearance submission directions if applicable.

We do require registration to be completed by 1000 pacific time on 10 September 2026.

Dress Code

Inside the tents as well as outside it can get quite hot. Due to this we recommend business casual for all our civilian attendees. Leave the jacket and tie at home! Casual button-down shirt or golf shirt and trousers. We are also recommending Uniform of the Day for our military attendees including speakers.

Golf Tournament

The 30th Annual RADM James G. Prout II Memorial Golf Tournament co-hosted by the SNA San Diego chapter benefits Surface Warrior dependents. Will be held on Friday, 18 September 2026 at the Admiral Baker North Course. Check-in at 0715, Shotgun start at 0830 followed with Lunch and Awards at 1300. Registration Deadline is 1 September. To register Click Here.

Small Business Showcase

Small businesses will have a chance to showcase their innovative products, services or ideas over lunch on Thursday, 17 September 2026. This event aims to provide a platform for small businesses to demonstrate cutting-edge solutions, foster innovation and collaboration, and connect small businesses with experts across the industry.

Cancellation Policy

Attendee: Cancellations must be received on or before 31 September 2026 submitted on or before August 31, 2026. All notifications on or after September 1, 2026 are non-refundable.

Exhibitor/Sponsor/Advertiser: Upon receiving an invoice, you enter into a binding agreement to participate. Tier pricing applies until each tier’s end date. If payment is not made within the 30-day grace period and a new tier level is reached, you will be invoiced at the updated rate. Before July 12, 2026, the Association will refund 50% of the invoiced amount, minus any fees, if requested. After July 12, 2026, the sponsor will forfeit the entire invoiced sum.