Dayton Air Show Weekend Highlights

The 2026 CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show runs Saturday and Sunday, June 13–14, 2026, at Dayton International Airport in Vandalia, with the same public schedule both days: parking at 8 a.m., gates at 9 a.m., flying starting around 10 a.m., and gates closing at 6 p.m.

Core Air Show Schedule (Sat–Sun) 

The schedule is the same on both days, and organizers say they are not releasing specific performance times for individual acts. All listed performers are scheduled to fly on both Saturday and Sunday, subject to change and weather and operations permitting.

• Dates: Saturday, June 13, 2026, and Sunday, June 14, 2026.

• Location: Dayton International Airport, 3800 Wright Dr., Vandalia, Ohio.

• Parking opens: 8:00 a.m.

• Gates open: 9:00 a.m.

• Flying performances begin: around 10:00 a.m.

• Gates close: 6:00 p.m.

Headliners and Key Performers

The 2026 show is built around a four‑hour feature flying window anchored by a mix of modern military, historic warbirds, and civilian aerobatics. The official performers page notes that acts are subject to change and that additional military and civilian performers may be added as the show approaches. Current confirmed highlights include:

• U.S. Navy Blue Angels.

• U.S. Air Force F‑22 Raptor Demo Team.

• U.S. Navy F‑35C Demo Team / Lightning II.

• Fighter Jets Jet Demo Team.

• U.S. Marine Corps CH-53.

• U.S. Air Force MH-139 flyby.

• U.S. Air Force F‑15 Eagles flyby (noted as a flyby asset where applicable).

• U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team.

• Tora! Tora! Tora! WWII reenactment team.

• “Class of ’45” duo, featuring an F4U Corsair and P‑51 Mustang “Quick Silver.”

Ground Attractions and On‑Site Activities

Both days feature substantial ground programming alongside the flying schedule. These attractions run roughly within the gate‑open hours (9 a.m.–6 p.m.), with peak activity during the mid‑day flying window.

• Static aircraft displays: Commercial and military aircraft positioned for public viewing on the ramp.

• Midway and vendors: Food concessions, merchandise, and interactive exhibits throughout the show grounds.

• CenterPoint Energy Kids’ Hangar: Family‑oriented activities for younger attendees.

• Helicopter rides: Huey helicopter rides offered as a paid add‑on attraction (weather and availability dependent).

Vandalia Flight Fest

Although not on the airport grounds, Vandalia’s companion event happens Friday night:

• Event: Vandalia Flight Fest Presented by the Dayton Air Show.

• Date: Friday, June 12, 2026.

• Time: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

• Location: Vandalia Recreation Center, 1111 Stonequarry Road, Vandalia.

• Program: Live music, food and drinks, children’s activities, exhibits, and opportunities to meet select air show performers such as the Blue Angels, F-22 team, F-35C team, and Golden Knights.

• Admission: Free, but tickets are required for entry and are distributed through the organizer’s online system.
  
  

INFO BOX

2026 CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show — Saturday-Sunday, June 13-14, at Dayton International Airport in Vandalia. Parking, 8 a.m.; gates, 9 a.m.; flying begins about 10 a.m.; gates close, 6 p.m. Featured acts include the Blue Angels, F-22 Raptor, Golden Knights, Fighter Jets Jet Demo Team, USMC CH-53 and a USAF MH-139 flyby, subject to change without notice.