Seabee Day 2012

Questions & Answers

-- When is Seabee Day 2012?
May 5, 2011 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

-- Who can attend Seabee Day 2012? The base will be open to everyone. It’s a good idea to bring some form of photo identification.

-- How do I get there? From I-10 take Hwy 49 south to Pass Rd. Turn right on Pass Rd. and proceed to the Pass Rd. gate. From Hwy 90, take Hwy 49 north to Pass Rd. Turn left on Pass Rd. and proceed to the Pass Rd. gate.

-- What are the hours? The gates open at 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

-- What gates can the public enter? Pass Rd. or Broad Ave. Gates Military ID card holders are encouraged to enter through the Broad Ave. gate.

-- Where do I park? Security personnel will direct visitors to parking. Handicap parking is reserved directly behind the stage.

-- How can I sign up to be a vendor? There will be application forms on the Seabee Day web site or call Stacy at 228-871-3000 for information.

-- I sent in my vendor application but I haven’t heard back? Please call Stacy at 228-871-3000.

-- How can I become a sponsor? Contact the MWR at 228-871-4010.

-- Will I be searched when entering the base? Please note that NCBC Gulfport has heightened security measures in place. All vehicles and personnel entering the base are subject to search. Prohibited items include, but are not limited to: coolers, backpacks, skateboards, bicycles, glass containers, pets, alcohol and weapons.

-- Are pets permitted at Seabee Day 2012? No pets are permitted at Seabee Day 2012, due to the amount of people, the concern over injury to people and the animals, and the waste issues.

-- Is Seabee Day 2012 handicap accessible? Most areas of Seabee Day 2012 are handicap accessible. For parking, let the traffic officers know and they will direct you to handicap parking behind the stage area.

-- Will the clubs be open during Seabee Day 2012? The Grill located at the Seabee Recreation Park will be open for special open house Seebee Day 2012 specials. The rest of the clubs on base are only open to military associated patrons.

-- Will I be able to shop at the Navy Exchange and Commissary? Only those persons with a valid military ID card, dependant or retiree ID card will be permitted to shop at the Navy Exchange and Commissary facilities. However, Subway and McDonald are open to non-military personnel.

-- Where can I buy Seabee memorabilia? Several booths at Seabee Day 2012 will be selling items such as t-shirts, hats, pins, and coffee cups.

-- Where is lost and found? Lost and found is located at the Public Safety booth near the stage.