Pacific Airshow

October 2 - 4, 2026 from approximately 10:30 am to 4:30 pm daily.

Pacific Airshow is NOT your usual, boring airshow...they love to provide the element of surprise! It's with this in mind that they don't release a schedule prior to the event. However, if you would like the schedule over the event weekend, sign up for their newsletter here and they will send it through each morning of the event. 

Pacific Airshow takes place across Huntington City Beach. Show Center is located between Twin Dolphin St. and Beach Blvd. on Pacific Coast Highway. 

A wide range of ticketed and free viewing options are available for spectators. Learn more and get tickets here.

General Tickets include General Admission, Show Center Zone, Pier Seating, and Premium GA and start at $10+. Premium Hospitality options include Garden Bar, Sports Bar, Beach Club, and The Oasis and start at $170+. Custom Premium Hospitality options include Private Cabanas and Private Chalets. Finally the RV Camping Experience entails a weekend package starting at $3,800. 

Parking will be available on a first-come, first-served basis around the city.  Biking or walking are suggested for those who live/are staying close. Review the Pacific Airshow parking guide for details.

The Surf City USA^® Bike Valet will be operating in Downtown HB during Pacific Airshow weekend to help alleviate some event traffic!

From October 2 - 4, 2026, Airshow attendees are invited to avoid the rush and park their bikes for free at The Strand just across the street from the Airshow action.

Learn more about the program here.

- Beach guests should anticipate little to no shade. Bring a beach umbrella if you need a shaded area.

- There will be two tunnels through the ticketed areas that provide public access to the beachfront. 

- The handicap seating area on the pier will be available on a first-come-first-served basis. Please be aware that no transportation is offered from your vehicle to and around the airshow site. 

- You can watch the airshow from a boat on the water. Boaters should refer to the US Coast Guard notice to mariners for further location information.

- You can swim and surf during the show however expect to only be able to swim in waist-deep water during the showtime.

- See a complete list of FAQs about Pacific Airshow here.

The Pacific Airshow can be viewed for free on parts of Huntington City Beach. Otherwise, a wide range of ticketed viewing options are available for purchase here. 

Looking to watch the airshow from your hotel room balcony? Premium viewing experiences will be available at Huntington Beach's oceanfront resorts.

If you are looking for more budget-friendly hotels, there are numerous unique and affordable options that are not far from the airshow. 

Every member of the family is invited to experience the Pacific Airshow! In addition to the spectacular show in the sky, there are a ton of additional events and activities on the ground across the three days including: Kids Zone, exhibitors, destination bars, food and beverage vendors, NXTGN STEM LAB, performer signing sessions, and more. 

Pacific Airshow will take place directly across Pacific Coast Highway from resorts like Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach, The Waterfront Beach Resort, and Paséa Hotel & Spa. Kimpton Shorebreak Resort is also walking distance from the event footprint on the beach.