The Blue Angels will take to the skies along with other performers at MCAS Miramar September 25-27, during the 2026 Miramar Air Show.
SAN DIEGO — The 2026 Miramar Air Show returns to MCAS Miramar September 25-27, celebrating America’s 250th birthday with the largest military air show in the country.
Military demonstration teams, including crowd favorite the Blue Angels will take part in this year’s big event, which will continue over three days.
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Here’s what you need to know about this year’s air show:
What time do gates open?
Gates open at 8 a.m. each day of the air show.
Do you need an ID for the 2026 Air Show?
Anyone ages 18 years and older must bring a valid form of ID to the air show.
How much does it cost to attend the 2026 Air Show?
General admission for the 2026 Miramar Air Show is free, along with parking and blanket seating, which is located at the open paved areas on the East and West sides of the flight line. There, you can place your own blankets or lawn chairs for the show.
You can also buy preferred seating options for the air show. Pricing for preferred seating ranges from $22.45 to $332.96, depending on the day and what option you choose.
Friday only, military discount pricing on preferred seating will be open for all attendees.
Click here to learn more about the preferred seating options available to you.
What does parking and transportation look like for 2026 Air Show?
When you enter the MCS Miramar Gates, on-site staff will direct you to the closest parking lot. Shuttles will also be available from all of the lots to the flight line once you park.
You are not allowed to drop someone off at the flight line entrance.
RV and travel trailer parking is available, but overnight parking, tailgating or viewing of the air show is allowed. Buses can also enter through the West Gate off Miramar Road, and large buses will only be allowed to drop off guests.
Handicapped parking is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
You can also ride your bike to the air show if you’d like, but know that there isn’t dedicated parking or secure storage for your bike. Bikes are not allowed on the flight line or inside the air show grounds.
Rideshare options will also be available at the McDonald’s parking lot on Mitscher Way & Elrod Avenue for drop off and pick up.
What am I allowed to bring to the 2026 Air Show?
Below is a list of items of what you are allowed to bring to the 2026 Air Show.
Keys, makeup, feminine products, comb, phone, wallet, credit cards, etc. in your pockets if you choose not to put them in a clear bag or clutchOne large clear bag per person is allowedA one-gallon Ziploc bag or commercially purchased clear bag plus a small clutch for personal itemsEasily searchable large PVC vinyl clear bagsStadium seat cushions without metal componentsSnacks and water bottlesWagons (i.e. radio flyers) and strollersService animalsLaptop computers/iPads, if brought in a clear bag. No laptop bags/briefcase bags will be permitted.Binoculars/camerasBeach folding chairs, lawn chairs, and stadium chairsSmall 6×6 bags will be allowed as diaper bags.Camera bagsMetal and plastic water bottles
What am I NOT allowed to bring to the 2026 Air Show?
Below is a list of items of what you are NOT allowed to bring to the 2026 Air Show.
Cigarettes, cigars, nicotine, tobacco products and lighters. No tobacco products on the flight line of any kind, including nicotine gum and patches.Coolers/ice chests are NOT permitted with the exception for medically necessary items which are permitted after proper inspection at a specified lane at each gateOutside alcoholic beveragesFRS/GMRS radios, VHF band and other scannersTransmitters/trans-receiversBags, purses, totes, backpacks and other types of baggage other than bags conforming to the clear bag policy will not be permittedWeapons of any kind (regardless of permit) to include, but not limited to firearms, knives (including pocket knives and multi-tools), replica or toy weapons, pepper spray, mace, stun guns, and martial arts weapons.Outside alcoholic beveragesIce chests or coolers that are not medically requiredPets (other than service animals)Glass containersBicycles, roller skates, roller blades, scooters (kick and electric), skateboards, or hoverboardsPersonal drones (i.e. quad or hex copters) are not allowed to operate on Federal Property or airspace.Lasers or laser pointersTents, pop-ups, canopiesHand umbrellas are allowed but are NOT authorized in the Grandstands or Box Seating at any timeTailgating/BBQFederally banned substances such as illicit narcotics, and California legal substances like marijuana.
Who will be performing at the 2026 Air Show?
Below is a list of some of the performers for the 2026 Air Show.
US Navy Blue AngelsVicky Benzing AerosportsUSS Socom ParacommandosMV-22 Osprey DemoMarine Air-Ground Task ForceUSMC F035 Lighting 2 DemoUSAF C-17 GlobemasterUSMC Mounted Color GuardFolds of Honor Biplane with Ed Hamill
Click here to see the full schedule of performers, which will be the same each day of the air show, with start times being approximate.
There will also be static displays on the flight line for people to see up close. Click here to see that full list of static displays.