Festival of Flight Air Show
New Garden Flying Field's 2026 Festival of Flight Air Show is back this August 8th & 9th! Come out to one of the busiest events in the Chester County area this summer! Amazing aerobatic displays from nationally recognized performers, antique/classic car and tractor show, a wide array of food & craft vendors, beer & wine vendors, kid-zone, & an evening show display that will incorporate drones, fireworks, & lasers! Mark your calendars for this can't miss event.
Saturday August 8th - Afternoon & Evening Show [Gates open 2:00pm - 10:00pm]
Sunday August 9th - Day & Afternoon Show [Gates open 10:00am - 5:00pm]
- Aerobatic Performances
- Static Aircraft Displays
- Food/Craft Vendors
- Car & Tractor Show
- Kid Zone
- Fireworks, Drone Show, & Laser Show (Saturday Evening)
- Beer/Wine Garden
- Run the Runway 5K (August 8th)
- Raffle Baskets
Tickets
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FAQs
Cash and online ticket sales will be available at the gate. We still encourage everyone to purchase their event tickets in advance.
General admission parking is free at both the airport & via off-site shuttle services from New Garden Township. VIP Parking is limited and can be purchased through the ticketing platform.
Yes, you will be issued a colored wristband based on the day you are attedning and as long as you are wearing that wristband you will be allowed re-entry into the event.
There will NOT be an ATM at the event. We encourage pre-advanced ticket sales, and will have QR codes down at the gate as another option for purchasing tickets day of.
Saturday August 8th gates will open at 2:00pm (until 10:00pm)
Sunday August 9th gates will open at 10:00am (until 5:00pm)
Event schedule will be added once finalized and is subject to change.
We highly recommend bringing lawn chairs or other plans for seating as seating on the crowd line is not provided. Outside food and drink is not permitted, and you will be asked to return coolers and other food/drink to your vehicles.
The event is completely outdoors apart from the VIP Hangar. VIP Hangar Access can be purchased prior or at the show.
Unfortunately pets are not allowed on-site during the air show. In general we are a pet friendly airport just not with the size crowd we welcome for the air show.
Yes, we will have a large variety of food trucks and adult beverage vendors.
Yes! All ages are welcome for the event. Kids 6 & under gain free entry, and we have a kid zone, petting zoo, & fun activities for the whole family!
Airport staff, Air Boss, & other parties will determine if weather will become a limiting factor for the event. Safety is the #1 priority and we will notify and publish information as it comes available to keep all spectators aware of any delays or changes to the schedule.
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Event Location
New Garden Airport (N57)
1235 Newark Road
Toughkenamon, PA 19374 US
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