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Entry Restrictions
The following items are NOT allowed:
- Weapons of ANY kind including: pocket knives, pocket tools, scissors, box cutters, mace/pepper spray, firearms. NO CONCEALED WEAPONS.
- Drones or radio-controlled aircraft.
- Alcohol, illegal drugs.
- Glass containers.
- Bicycles, skateboards.
- Animals or pets (Does not apply to service animals).
- Umbrellas larger than a personal umbrella.
- Tents or canopies of any kind.
- Cooking equipment, including grills.
ALL BAGS AND ITEMS ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH AT ANY TIME
General Questions
Can I Bring My Own Food and Drink?
Hard-sided coolers are not allowed. Small backpacks or small, lunchbox size soft-sided coolers with food are permitted. Personal Water Bottles, Plastic Water Bottles, and soft beverages are allowed. No alcohol is permitted.
Can I Bring a Stroller or Wagon?
Yes, strollers and small wagons for children are allowed. Security personnel at the gates will search all items and have the final say on what is allowed through the admissions gate.
Can I Bring My Pet?
Pets are NOT allowed into the airshow and should NOT be left in vehicles. Because of the festival setting with food and beverage vendors, the Health Department prohibits animals, other than legally allowed service animals. Please also understand that temperatures on the tarmac area can easily reach over 100 degrees and will burn your pets’ feet. The loud noises of the planes can injure their sensitive hearing and/or frighten your animal. Please leave your pet(s) at home where they are safe.
Is It all seating or standing room only?
For general admission, it’s festival/standing room around the aircraft. You may bring your own lawn/folding chairs or blankets to sit on.
Preferred Seating and upgraded Canteen Experience is available for purchase, where seating will be provided for you. More information about our seating options can be found on our tickets page.
Will there be Shade?
Airshows are held under the open sky. We strongly recommend bringing hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Please plan on being exposed to direct sunlight for the duration of the event. You may also bring a small personal umbrella; however, no large umbrellas, tents, or canopies are allowed.
You can pre-purchase tickets to the upgraded Canteen Experience, which is the only ticket option that comes with shade.
Can I Leave To Go To My Car and Come Back?
Yes, however, you will have to get back into the admissions and ticketing line and be subject to a bag check.
Ticketing Questions
Where can I purchase tickets?
Tickets are available online only. Tickets can be purchased by visiting our tickets page.
Tickets are not available at the gate. If you do not have a ticket, please do not drive to the show.
I Can’t Find My Tickets
Tickets purchased in advance are sent to an email address. You may need to check any junk or spam folders you have just in case. If you need your tickets resent to you, please request your tickets to be resent to you here or contact AttendStar at 615-223-1008.
Are Children Free?
For one day general admission tickets, children 3 and under are free. Child tickets are available for ages 4-12. Children ages 13 and up must purchase regular general admission tickets.
For Preferred Seating, children 3 and under are free, but must sit in a lap. If you wish to have a seat for your child 3 and under, you must purchase a seat.
Do you offer military and other discounts?
We do offer a $5 discounted military priced general admission ticket. Thank you for your service!
Can I use Saturday tickets on Sunday or Sunday tickets on Saturday?
No, you must use your General Admission, Preferred Seating, and/or Canteen Experience tickets for the day for which they were purchased. The airshow has limited capacity and cannot accommodate more than what was sold. You will not be allowed in, if you try to enter with the incorrect ticket day.
Do I need to print my tickets?
To keep lines moving at a fast pace, please have a printed ticket in hand ready for scanning upon arrival. If you do not have a printer, you may display the tickets on a phone for scanning. We recommend taking a screenshot of the tickets ahead of time, as internet availability at the show cannot be guaranteed.
Do I need Tickets?
Tickets are required for entry to the Pikes Peak Regional Airshow. If you do not have a ticket, please do not drive to the airshow. Tickets are not available at the gate.
Visit our tickets page for more details.
Can I Get a Refund?
All sales are final. In the event of performer illness, inclement weather, or technical issues, there will not be a refund or exchange given.
Parking Questions
Where is the airshow?
The Pikes Peak Regional Airshow will be held at the U.S. Army’s A/DACG facility located at 7250 Getting Heights Colorado Springs Colorado
TRAFFIC WILL BE HEAVY GETTING IN AND OUT OF THE SHOW. We suggest arriving early to avoid missing the performances.
How Do I get to the Airshow?
The airshow can be accessed three ways:
- Southbound Powers Blvd to Milton E Proby Pkwy
- Eastbound Milton E Proby Pkwy will be directed Southbound on Powers Blvd to Peak Innovation Pkwy
- Northbound Powers Blvd to Peak Innovation Pkwy
Please note, access via Peak Innovation Pkwy is expected to be less congested and is recommended for entry to the airshow.
For more parking information and directions please visit the webpage.
TRAFFIC WILL BE HEAVY GETTING INTO THE SHOW. We suggest arriving early in order to avoid missing the performances.
Is Parking Free?
General parking, including handicapped parking, is free. Parking is available on a first come, first served basis. If you need handicapped parking, please have your state-issued tag or placard in the car to be sure the parking attendants direct you to the appropriate area. Please arrive early to ensure a parking spot. Parking will be managed by numerous law enforcement agencies.
Is There Handicapped Parking?
Yes, there will be a designated parking lot for properly-marked handicapped vehicles. Please have your state-issued handicapped placard visible so our parking attendants can direct you to the appropriate lots.
Is there Drop-off/ Ride Sharing?
Ridesharing (Uber/Lyft) drop-off/pick-up is not available. There are no drop-off or pick-up spots at the show.
Show Schedule
What time do gates Open?
Gates and parking areas open at 8:30 AM. Static displays, vendors, and exhibits will available starting at 8:30 AM.
Is the Show the same Both Saturday & Sunday?
Yes, the show schedule is the same for both days. However, the show schedule is subject to change.
What if it Rains?
In the event of rain, some flying demonstrations may be delayed. Unless the weather poses a serious threat to the safety of our visitors and participants, the show will proceed as scheduled with some modifications. In the event of a cancellation or delayed opening, announcements will be coordinated with local new agencies and disseminated via social media channels with information as it becomes available. It is impossible to reschedule the show for a different weekend in the event of a cancellation.
Can We Watch The Show From Our Car in The Parking Lot?
No. Even if you have purchased tickets, you must leave your vehicle and view the show from inside the airshow grounds. This rule is due to FAA safety regulations involving the performance area.