Pacific Airshow

Dozens of military and civilian performers will be announced soon in the lead-up to what is being lauded as the biggest Airshow yet.

Ticket information will be available soon!

Gate Opening Time: 9 a.m. daily

Aerial Activity Time: Starting at 10 a.m. daily

Schedule: 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. 

Show center is located on Pacific Coast Highway & Huntington Street. Anywhere along the beach north or south of this location will be a terrific spot to view the show.

• 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.

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.

RV Camping information will be available soon!

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. 

Food & Beverages

A variety of food and beverages will be available for purchase (cash and credit) near the show center. Pacific Airshow's concessionaires make every effort to ensure menu items are suitable for all guests. It is recommended that all attendees who have food restrictions eat before the show and/or bring their own snacks. 

Other Tips:

Pilots don't fly without a checklist, why should you? Use this checklist of helpful tips to optimize your Airshow experience:

• NO DRONE ZONE
• Bring beach chairs or a beach towel for comfortable seating.
• Pacific Airshow does not publish an official schedule for performances. They only list the performers on their website in no particular order in hopes that attendees will be surprised and delighted without knowing what’s up next!
• This free event is open to the public all three days. Flying takes place from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. 
• All three days of the airshow contain the full lineup of performers. Friday, September 29, 2023, is a “rehearsal day,” meaning the performances may change from the main show on Saturday and Sunday. If you can make it on Friday, parking will be easier and the crowds smaller than Saturday and Sunday.
• Show Center is located on the beach across from The Waterfront Beach Resort (Hilton) at Huntington St. and Pacific Coast Highway. With an aerial performance box of more than 1 mile long, anywhere along the beach North or South of this location will be a great spot to view the show!
• The Show center will also feature upgraded seating, and Airshow vendors providing food, beverage, and souvenirs.
• Be prepared for traffic delays.
• Obey all posted parking signs. The last thing you want after a fun day is a parking ticket. 
• Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! 
• Bring sunglasses, a hat, and umbrellas
• For more information, contact Pacific Airshow.

Pacific Coast Highway and Huntington Street is the designated Uber & Lyft Drop-off for the airshow.