The world’s biggest aviation celebration is already gearing up — and 2026 promises to be another unforgettable year for pilots, aviation enthusiasts, and the Skyfarer community. EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 is officially on the calendar, tickets are on sale, and a stellar lineup of air show performers has begun to take shape. Here’s what you need to know to plan your trip to Oshkosh next summer.
📅 Mark Your Calendar: July 20–26, 2026
EAA has confirmed that the 73rd annual AirVenture Oshkosh will take place:
🗓 July 20 – July 26, 2026
📍 Wittman Regional Airport, Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
This week-long fly-in convention is often called “The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration” — and with good reason. With more than 10,000 aircraft and hundreds of thousands of visitors expected, it’s a must-attend event for aviators of all backgrounds.
🎟️ Tickets for AirVenture 2026 Are Now Available
Advance tickets have officially gone on sale for AirVenture 2026, including:
- Weekly admission passes (July 20–26)
- Daily tickets
- Camping & parking add-ons
- Aviator Club and flight experience options
Ticket pricing varies depending on membership, with EAA members receiving the lowest rates. Youth 18 and under are usually free with a ticketed adult when purchased in advance.
🎟️ Visit the official EAA ticket page to secure your spot and start planning now.
✨ Early Air Show Lineup: World-Class Performers Confirmed
EAA has begun announcing performers confirmed for the air show lineups — and it’s shaping up to be a spectacular roster that spans vintage warbirds, aerobatic stars, jet demos, and skydiving teams.
Some of the top early commitments include:
🛩️ Aerobatic & Warbird Acts
- Randy Ball — MiG-17
- Vicky Benzing — P-51 Mustang
- Jeff Boerboon — Extra 330SC
- Bob Carlton — Jetfox twin sailplane
- Class of ’45 — Corsair/P-51 tribute
- Bernie Vasquez — P-47 Thunderbolt
💥 High-Energy Teams & Special Acts
- Red Bull Air Force (Chambliss/Fitzgerald/Coleman)
- Team Redline — RV-8 formation
- Titan Aerobatic Team — T-6s
- International Aerobatic Club demo
✈️ Military Demos & Skydiving
- USAF F-22 Raptor Demo
- USAF F-16 Viper Demo
- U.S. Army Golden Knights (skydivers)
These performers, alongside special aircraft appearances (including flying P-38 and DC-6 from The Flying Bulls), are just the beginning. The full daily air show schedule and exact performance times will be released closer to the event as confirmations continue.
📆 AirVenture Dates Through 2029
Good news for planners and travel-bookers — EAA has officially released confirmed event dates for the next several years:
- 2026: July 20–26
- 2027: July 26–August 1
- 2028: July 24–30
- 2029: July 23–29
Locking in these dates helps pilots coordinate travel plans, aircraft ferry logistics, and summer schedules well in advance.
🧭 Why Skyfarer Pilots Should Care
Whether you’re a student pilot, flight instructor, or seasoned aviator, AirVenture is more than an air show — it’s a nexus of aviation culture, education, networking, and pure inspiration. Expect:
- Hands-on workshops
- Pilot safety forums
- Aircraft innovation showcases
- Opportunities to fly new gear
- Community meetups and industry conversations
For Skyfarer members and followers, Oshkosh is the perfect place to connect with the broader aviation world and bring back fresh ideas to your own flight training journey.
✈️ Ready to Go?
Tickets are moving now — and with early performers already on the roster and dates set through 2029, there’s no better time to start planning for AirVenture 2026.
👉 Head over to EAA.org to buy tickets and follow the latest announcements.
