Yes, you can purchase tickets at the gate using either cash or credit card (fees apply for credit card transactions)!
The gates are open from 10::00AM until 4:00PM on both August 15 and 16. The schedule of events will not be posted until closer to the weekend of the show. Due to the constant changing nature of airshows, we cannot post specific performer times, as they change continuously the day of the show.
Pets are not allowed. However service animals, as defined by the ADA, are permitted.
Due to the various restrictions around fuel vents and displays smoking is prohibited. E-cigarettes and vaping are also prohibited.
The show goes on rain or shine. All ticket sales are final and there are no rainchecks or refunds.
The show goes on rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, pay attention to the announcer for any pertinent safety related instructions.
Free parking and shuttle buses are available on the south side of the airport. Use 1210 Massillon Road, Akron, OH 44306 in your GPS to direct you to the parking lot. If you are a VIP Experience ticket holder, your parking instructions will come at a later date.
Yes, this event is friendly to people of all ages! There will be many STEM and education related displays. For younger children, there is a free kids zone!
There will be a number of local food truck at the event.
Yes, water bottles are allowed, however there is not a way of refilling your water bottle at the event. Our local food trucks, along with our beer tent do sell bottled water. Additionally, there will be a water sales wagon roaming the show grounds.
Yes, there will be beer sales at the event.
This list is not inclusive but the following items are prohibited: cooking devices, open flame sources, alcohol, pets, drones or UAS, any illegal items to include illegal weapons, lasers, glass, or personal vehicles to include golf carts, and tents/canopies. We do reserve the right to prohibit any additional items deemed necessary.
The majority of the event is paid for by generous sponsors. If you would like to advertise in our show book, sponsor part of the show, or donate to our nonprofit organization Inspire Aviation, go to flyohio.org or email megan@inspireaviation.org. Additionally, there are options to donate additional money when you purchase your tickets online. All donations are tax deductible.
Yes, we encourage you to bring your own chairs and blankets since our selection is limited and on a first come first served basis. We ask that you respect the view of others in setting up your chairs and do not bring tents/canopies.
Yes, we partner with several hotels. Our preferred hotel is Hilton Garden Inn Akron. Please visit flyohio.org/hotels for information and links for all of our partner hotels.
