Great State of Maine Air Show 2026 Takes Flight This Weekend

This iconic aerial event is back!

Start planning your summer road trip now—the 2026 Great State of Maine Air Show returns to Brunswick Executive Airport (15 Terminal Road, Brunswick) this Saturday and Sunday.

Headlining this year's show are the legendary U.S. Navy Blue Angels, bringing their breathtaking high-speed formations and precision flying back to Maine. They'll be joined by an impressive lineup of performers, making this one of the state's biggest events of the summer.

Gates open at 8 a.m. each day, with the National Anthem at 11:30 a.m. Air show performances run until 4:30 p.m.

Additional performers include:

U.S. Air Force F-35 Demo Team
Mike Goulian
U.S. Air Force C-17 Demo Team
Warbird Thunder
Vacationland Jumpers

How do you get tickets?

The Great State of Maine Air Show has attracted crowds of more than 150,000 spectators over the weekend in past years, so buying tickets in advance is highly recommended.

Get your tickets here.

Admission is free for children ages 2 and under.

What should you bring?

Comfortable shoes
Sunscreen
Light, weather-appropriate clothing
Ear protection for young children
Sunglasses
Your camera
A blanket, lawn chair, or stroller/wagon for little ones
A credit or debit card for food, drinks, and souvenirs
A small umbrella (not permitted in reserved seating areas)

How much is parking?

General parking, including accessible parking, is free and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Guests needing accessible parking should display a valid state-issued placard or license plate so parking attendants can direct them to the appropriate