The annual Chief Petty Officer Pinning Ceremony for Chief-Selects assigned to Naval District Washington (NDW) and the Pentagon.

Each year the United States Navy selects the best and brightest First Class Petty Officers for advancement to Chief Petty Officer. The Chief Petty Officer pinning ceremony is public recognition of the most significant career milestone for our Navy’s enlisted ranks. In cooperation with Defense Media Activity, the U.S. Navy Memorial is proud to Honor, Recognize, and Celebrate the men and women of the Sea Services, past, present, and future; and Inform the public about their service.

We hope you are able to watch the annual Chief Petty Officer Pinning Ceremonies.

WHAT : Annual CPO Pinning Ceremony

WHEN : Friday, November 19, 2021, 10 AM Eastern for NDW

  Friday, November 19, 2021, 1 PM Eastern for Pentagon

There is no cost to watch these events online.