Blackpool Airshow 2026 Display times

Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th August.

Blackpool Airshow 2026 Display times

Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th August.

Blackpool launched the worlds first official air show 116 years ago in 1909, an historic year in aviation when French aviator Louis Bleriot made the first crossing of the English Channel in a heavier than air aircraft.

Since those early days Blackpool Air show has been at the forefront of family entertainment air shows, with exciting flying programs designed to appeal to all the family.

In the intervening years Blackpool Air Show has showcases the best of civilian aviation daredevils and military aerial prowess with stunning displays from Jet aircraft formation flying, daredevil wing walkers barnstorming stunt flying and not only fixed wing aircraft, the enigmatic Calidus, a Blackpool favourite, and the awesome Chinook helicopter display the sky’s above Blackpool will thrill and delight he whole family.

The stunning Blackpool sands and iconic Tower make a unique backdrop to one of the North West’s finest air shows. The primary action takes place between North Pier and Central Pier, Tower Festival Headland, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 4BJ.

The full line-up is traditionally not available until nearer the date we hope to see some of our favourites.The full flying program will be available here nearer to the date.

Saturday August 8th and 9th 2026 Blackpool Air Show

We can of course expect to see many more display teams at the 2026 Air Show and we will notify here when confirmation is received. What are you hoping to see at this year Airshow?

Not confirmed yet but I am hoping to see my favourite once again this year, the enigmatic Calidus Autogyro Piloted by Peter Try-Davies, I am constantly amazed that this fabulous little aircraft can actually fly but is has a huge following and many pilots enjoy this aircraft around the world. Visit Gyro Air Displays website.

Note: The display times are approximate and can be subject to change.

There are also static displays and stands on the Headland, Airshow Village, with something to entertain and surprise everyone.

Please Note

Organisers always advise visitors to get to Blackpool and over to Tower Festival Headland early as demand for public car parks is likely to be exceptionally high.

An overspill car park may be available at Blackpool Airport at the south end of the promenade, offering visitors a chance to park all day for £5 using the PayByPhone app. The car park is a short walk from the Starr Gate tram terminus, where people can take a tram to the Tower Festival Headland.

The air show can be affected by inclement weather and displays can be rescheduled or cancelled at short notice, if in any doubt about the display or car parking in Blackpool contact the Tourist Information Centre telephone 01253 478222

Looking forward to Blackpool Airshow 2026! See you there.