Duluth Airshow

Name: Duluth Airshow
Start: 2026-07-12
Location: Duluth Airshow (Main Office), 2110 W 1st St

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Date

12 Jul (Sunday)

Time

Sun, 9:00 AM – 11:59 PM

Venue

Duluth Airshow (Main Office), 2110 W 1st St

Duluth, MN, United States

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📝 Useful Information

The Duluth Airshow (officially the Duluth Air and Aviation Expo) returns to the Duluth International Airport on July 11–12, 2026. Presented by Essentia Health, this biennial event is the largest airshow in Minnesota and will feature the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds as the headline performance.

The 2026 lineup includes a mix of high-speed military jets, precision parachute teams, and historic aircraft:

Tickets are currently on sale through the official Duluth Airshow website. Each ticket is valid for one day only.

Would you like more details on nearby hotel accommodations or the specific bag policy for this year's show?

Event Overview

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Logistics & Tips

•Dates: Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12, 2026.

•Location: Duluth International Airport (4701 Grinden Drive, Duluth, MN 55811).

•Duluth International Airport (4701 Grinden Drive, Duluth, MN 55811)

•Theme: "Celebrate America 250".

•Timeframe: Gates typically open at 9:00 AM and close at 6:00 PM each day. Flying demonstrations usually begin around 10:30 AM.

•U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds (Headliner).

•Wings of Blue – USAF Parachute Team.

•C-17 Globemaster III and KC-46 Pegasus Demo Teams.

•F-16s from the 148th Fighter Wing.

•Melissa Burns (Edge 540 aerobatics).

•P-38 "23 Skidoo" piloted by Steve Hinton Jr..

•B-25 Mitchell "Rosie's Reply".

•Gregory W. Colyer in the T-33 Ace Maker.

•Parking: Options include onsite Orange Lot (premium), shuttle lots, and general parking. It is highly recommended to pre-purchase parking as popular lots sell out.

•Accessibility: A dedicated ADA Accessible area has been added for 2026, requiring a specific two-ticket pack.

•What to Bring: Sunscreen, ear protection, and foldable chairs (for GA ticket holders) are recommended. Large bags and coolers are typically restricted.

Updated at 22 Mar 2026