Groups & Private Events
Los Angeles’ most iconic waterfront destination for private events and group activities.
Private Events
Celebrate in a Venue as Memorable as the Moment
Host your private event aboard the historic Battleship USS IOWA, where the charm of maritime heritage meets the beauty of the Los Angeles waterfront. From intimate gatherings of 25 to large-scale celebrations of more than 500 guests, our ship offers a versatile range of indoor and outdoor spaces to match your vision. Whether it’s a wedding, reception, memorial, or milestone party, your guests will enjoy a one-of-a-kind setting surrounded by ocean views, naval history, and unforgettable atmosphere.
Make an online inquiry or call 877-446-9261 ext. 724 to learn more.
Group Activities
Bring Your Group Aboard for a One-of-a-Kind Experience
From school field trips and youth overnights to corporate retreats, volunteer service days, and club gatherings, the Battleship USS IOWA welcomes groups of all kinds to experience history, purpose, and connection. We host everything from classic car and vintage motorcycle clubs to first responder visits, travel groups, and team outings. Whether you’re looking to learn, serve, celebrate, or connect, our flexible programming and iconic setting along the Los Angeles waterfront offer a powerful experience your group won’t forget.
Tour & Travel
Group tours and travel planners love the USS IOWA’s scenic location, easy access, and welcoming team. From sightseeing stops to cruise excursions and military history tours, we provide flexible options, group rates, and a memorable Los Angeles waterfront experience.
Student & Youth Groups
Bring your students or youth group aboard for an engaging and educational experience. With options like field trips, overnight stays, and guided programs, the Battleship IOWA offers a unique setting that blends hands-on learning, history, teamwork, and discovery.
Clubs & Organized Groups
Host your next club, team, or service day aboard a historic icon. We welcome car and motorcycle clubs, veterans, first responders, and volunteer groups of all types. Enjoy custom group experiences, impactful service projects, and a shared mission to connect.
Make an Inquiry or call 877-446-9261 ext. 706.
Have questions or ready to explore options?
Fill out a quick inquiry — there’s no pressure, and we’re happy to help you plan the perfect group visit to Battleship IOWA.
Military & Veterans Affairs
Honor Service. Celebrate Sacrifice. Reconnect with Shipmates.
Battleship USS IOWA is more than a museum — it’s a living tribute to those who’ve served. We proudly host military ceremonies, veteran reunions, memorial services, retirements, and celebrations of life aboard a ship that understands duty, camaraderie, and legacy. With spaces suited for both formal and informal gatherings, we provide a meaningful and memorable setting where service members, veterans, and their families can connect, reflect, and honor their shared experience.
Filming & Photo Shoots
A Versatile Location with Historic Character and Cinematic Scale
The Battleship USS IOWA offers an unmatched setting for film, television, news segments, documentaries, music videos, and commercial shoots. This massive World War II-era battleship has convincingly portrayed modern warships, submarines, destroyers, cruisers, aircraft carriers, and even merchant vessels across productions large and small.
With multiple decks and authentic spaces ranging from engine rooms and combat information centers to mess decks, hospital bays, sleeping quarters, gunnery areas, and helicopter platforms, the IOWA provides cinematic flexibility with immersive realism. Whether you need the bridge of a Navy flagship or the corridor of a submarine, this ship can become what your script requires.
Our experienced team supports everything from independent films and student projects to major studio productions, and we offer location scouting, permitting guidance, and production coordination.
To schedule a site visit or discuss your production needs:
📞 Call 877-446-9261 ext. 703
📧 Email filming@labattleship.com
