Blue Angels Homecoming Show on Pensacola Beach
The Blue Angels soar over Pensacola Beach during their homecoming show
Gregg Pachkowski, Pensacola News Journal
The Blue Angels headline the Pikes Peak Regional Air Show, which returns to Colorado Springs, Colorado with two sold-out shows on Saturday and Sunday.
The Pikes Peak Regional Air Show isn’t just about watching airplanes perform gravity-defying acrobatics. It’s a comprehensive experience that combines aerial acrobatics with educational exhibits.
The headliner of the Colorado Airshow is the Blue Angels, but they won’t be performing alone. There will be a whole host of talented performers who will demonstrate various aircraft in dynamic maneuvers.
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There are numerous static exhibits on display, including historic and modern aircraft, giving fans the opportunity to take a close look at the history and technology of aviation.
Here’s everything you need to know to see the Blue Angels perform at the 2024 Pikes Peak Regional Air Show.
When is the 2024 Pikes Peak Regional Air Show?
The Pikes Peak Regional Air Show will take place on August 17 and 18.
Where will the 2024 Pikes Peak Regional Air Show take place?
The Pikes Peak Regional Air Show is held at Colorado Springs Airport, 7330 Embraer-HeightsColorado Springs, Colorado.
Can I still buy tickets for the 2024 Pikes Peak Regional Air Show?
Unfortunately not. General admission tickets and preferred seating are already sold out for both days.
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Pikes Peak Regional Air Show Schedule for 2024
Here’s a look at the schedule for the Pikes Peak Regional Air Show in 2024:
- 8:30 a.m. – Gates open, Hot Ramp is open to the public
- 10am – Hot Ramp closes to the public
- 10:50 am – Opening ceremony
- 11am – Wings of Blue – US Air Force Parachute Team
- 11:20 a.m. – Bomber parade
- 11:40 a.m. – Bob Freeman High Energy Aerobatics
- 11:55 a.m. – F-22 Demonstration Team, P-38 Lightning Heritage Flight
- 12:25 pm – C-130 MAFFS demonstration
- 12:35 pm – Franklin’s Flying Circus
- 12:45 pm — EA-18 Growler Demoteam, F-3A and SB2C-1 Legacy Flight
- 13:05 – Corsair Aerobatics
- 13:15 – Fighter parade
- 13:50 – Aerobatic F-7F Tigercat
- 2pm – The Blue Angels
- 3:30 p.m. – End of the air show, Hot Ramp open to the public
- 4:30 p.m. – Closing of the site
Please note that times are subject to change.
When do the Blue Angels fly at the Pikes Peak Regional Air Show?
The Blue Angels will fly at the Pikes Peak Regional Air Show on Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m.
Where can I park at the Pikes Peak Regional Air Show?
Parking is generally free and on a first come, first served basis. Here is a map of the air show grounds to help you figure out where to park.
Who is performing at the Pikes Peak Regional Air Show?
You can see the following people at the Pikes Peak Regional Air Show:
- The Blue Angels
- F-22 Raptor
- The EA-18 Growler Airshow Team
- B-25J Mitchell
- Franklin’s Flying Circus
- Fat Albert
- TBM Avenger
- PBY Catalina
- C-130 MAFFS demo
- F7F Tigercat
- P-47 Thunderbolt
- P-51 Mustang
- F3A Corsair
- F3F Flying Barrel
- Grumman Wildcat
What can I bring to the Pikes Peak Regional Air Show?
Here is a list of what you are allowed to bring to the Pikes Peak Regional Air Show. However, please note that any bags you bring may be searched at any time during the show.
- Small backpacks
- Small, soft lunchbox-sized coolers filled with food
- Sealed water or soft drinks
- Strollers and handcarts for toddlers
What can I not bring to the Pikes Peak Regional Air Show?
Here is a list of items you are not allowed to bring to the Pikes Peak Regional Air Show:
- Weapons of any kind, including: pocket knives, pocket tools, scissors, carpet knives, pepper spray, firearms. Concealed weapons are of course not permitted.
- Drones or remote-controlled aircraft
- Alcohol, illegal drugs
- Glass container
- Bicycles, skateboards
- Animals or pets (not applicable to service animals)
- Umbrellas that are larger than a personal umbrella
- Tents or canopies of any kind
- Cooking utensils, including grills
- Stepladder
