Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Both Saturday and Sunday will feature the same lineup of incredible aerial performers.

No. Please ensure you have purchased a ticket for the Saturday show if you’d like to attend Saturday, and a Sunday ticket if you’d like to attend Sunday. Tickets are non-transferable.

Please visit our website and be sure to follow us on social media for all updates and announcements regarding the show.

You can, but no. To keep lines moving at a fast pace, please have a printed ticket in hand ready for scanning upon arrival. If you do not have a printer, you may display the tickets on a phone for scanning. We recommend taking a screenshot of the tickets ahead of time, as internet availability at the show cannot be guaranteed.

Great question! For your best air show experience we would suggest:
- A great attitude and a love for all things aviation related!
- Very comfortable shoes, there will be walking
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable clothing for a sunny day
- Ear protection for the kids (ear plugs, etc)
- Sunglasses
- Your camera (minus the bulky camera bag or long lens – 12” limit on camera and lens)
- Something to sit on (blanket, lawn chair, stroller/wagon for the kiddos)
- Money for the midway/food/drinks/souvenirs
- A fully charged phone for photos and videos to capture a lifetime memory
- Water container (not glass). Fill stations for personal water containers will be available at no charge.

Umbrellas are not permitted as to not obstruct the views of other guests. VIP guests may use the adjacent chalets to escape the sun and General Admission guests may enter their vehicles to cool off.

Weapons of any type to include; any firearm/weapon capable of launching a projectile (including signal guns and sling shots), all knives with a blade over 3” long, switch and spring bladed, stiletto, trench, machetes, straight razors, throwing stars, nunchakus, sand and blackjack club weapons, batons, and metal knuckles

• Illegal drugs and alcoholic beverages
• Flammable liquids, explosive materials, or fireworks of any kind
• Smoking materials and Vaping devices (smoking and vaping is prohibited in the show area)
• Animals or pets, other than service animals
• Laser pointers
• Bicycles, scooters, skates, skateboards, wheeled shoes, or Segway style human transporters
• Large backpacks, bags, purses, or coolers exceeding 14” length, 14” width, 14” height
• Drone aircraft or any type of propelled item capable of being airborne
• Glass containers and cans
• Canopies, tents, or large umbrellas
• Camera lenses longer than 12 inches

All prohibited items found upon inspection at the entry control points will warrant entry to be denied. Instructions will be provided to secure the prohibited items in the individual’s personally owned vehicle, unless prohibited items warrant law enforcement response. Individuals will be inspected again, upon attempt to enter the air show at the entry control point.

Airshow attendees are strictly prohibited from engaging in political activity; demonstrations or protests; or any activity considered detrimental to health, safety, and welfare of persons on the installation. Violators may be ejected from the base and barred from future entry.

Absolutely! Access is not restricted at all.

Motorized scooters and wheelchairs for disabled patrons are allowed in the air show grounds. Personal golf carts are NOT allowed. Please be aware that the crowds may be heavy, maneuvering may be difficult, and that there is no place at the show to plug in and recharge.

No. Pease Air National Guard Base is a smoke free and vape-free venue. Any guests found smoking or vaping on the grounds will be asked to leave.

No, marijuana in any form is prohibited.

Yes. While not required, it is recommended guests bring ear protection for young children who may be startled by the noise of the aerial performance teams. There will be lots of loud noises, so please plan accordingly.

No. Unless a registered service animal, pets are not allowed into the venue. Sorry.

Yes. Both the General Admission and VIP area will have portable restrooms available in addition to ADA accessible units.

So much food! We have a nationally recognized food company handling all the general admission concessions. There will be alcoholic beverages available for purchase if you can prove you are 21 or older.

Yes, but plan ahead! Please note that the aerial performances run from each day from approximately 12:00pm until 4:00pm.

Kinda. The logistics of parking, then leaving, and then coming back will result in significant delays and lead to you not having a good time. We want everyone to have a good time, so we don’t suggest it.

You must vacate the lot as soon as possible after the conclusion of the show.  Cars left in the lot more than one hour after the lot clears may be towed at owner's expense.

Yes! Do not plan to be on Arboretum Drive or McIntyre Road at all when the air show is occurring due to safety setbacks for low flying aircraft.

In the all parking lots, motorcycles will be parked just like any other vehicle and will require a parking pass.

All sales are final. In the event of performer illness, inclement weather, or technical issues, there will not be a refund or exchange given.

No, walk-ins are not permitted. You must use a parking pass to get a space and attend the show.  

Early! Gates open at 9:00AM. Patriot Plaza Presented by Service Credit Union, Static displays exhibits, ground displays, vendors and concessions will be available around 9:30AM. The National Anthem will be at high noon. Performers will start immediately after that and continue until about 4:00PM. We suggest arriving in plenty of time before the performances are scheduled to begin. There WILL be traffic so don’t cut it close.