Naval Air Station Lemoore 2026 Air Show

Sponsorship Opportunities

Our sponsorship opportunities offer a variety of options from commercial exhibit space to presenting level sponsorship and can be tailormade to fit your organization’s objectives such as:

• Brand Awareness
• Recruiting
• Customer Appreciation
• Company Hospitality
• Networking
• Show Support for the Military

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Your support is important to the continued success of our MWR Quality of Life Programs for our Sailors and their families. We look forward to hearing from you!

Scheduled Performers

United States Navy Blue Angels
The U.S. Navy Blue Angels are the Navy’s premier flight demonstration squadron, known worldwide for their precision, speed, and unmatched aerial skill. Flying the F/A-18 Super Hornet, the team showcases the extreme performance capabilities of modern naval aviation through tightly choreographed formations and high-energy maneuvers.

Since their establishment in 1946, the Blue Angels have represented the professionalism, teamwork, and excellence of the United States Navy and Marine Corps. Their demonstrations are designed to inspire pride in naval service while giving audiences a firsthand look at the skill and discipline required to operate some of the most advanced aircraft in the world.

 

U.S. Navy’s F/A-18 Rhino Demonstration Team 
Prepare to be blown away as the U.S. Navy’s F/A-18 Rhino Demonstration Team brings the raw power and precision of the Super Hornet to the skies above Lemoore! With bone-rattling thrust and breathtaking agility, these high-performance jets will push the limits in a thrilling showcase of speed, maneuverability, and combat capability.

The U.S. Navy's TACDEMO team from VFA-122 are talented active duty aviators who fly the dynamic Super Hornet Tactical Demonstrations flights. Strike Fighter Squadron 122 (VFA-122), also known as the "Flying Eagles" perform at airshows across the country and make NAS Lemoore home.

 

 

U.S. Navy’s F35C Tactical Demonstration Team
Prepare to witness the cutting edge of aerial power as the U.S. Navy’s F35C Tactical Demonstration Team from Strike Fighter Squadron 125 makes its thunderous appearance at the NAS Lemoore Airshow! This is your chance to see the F-35C Lightning II, the Navy's most advanced 5th-generation stealth fighter, pushed to its absolute limits in a dynamic and breathtaking display.

The US Navy F-35C Tactical Demonstration Team home based at NAS Lemoore travels to a very select number of air shows to demonstrate the incredible capabilities of the F-35C.  The Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II is an American family of single-seat, single-engine, all-weather stealth multirole combat aircraft that is intended to perform both air superiority and strike missions. It is also able to provide electronic warfare and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities. The F-35C variant is designed for catapult-assisted take-off but arrested recovery operations from aircraft carriers.

 

 

U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team
The U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II Demo Team debuts its version of the Lightning to NAS Lemoore! The team operates the F-35A, which is a 5th-generation fighter jet, with top-of-the-line stealth capabilities. This unique fighter aircraft leaves Air Show fans wanting more no matter where it goes, thanks to its unique capabilities.

The F-35A is a stealthy, multirole, all-weather air-to-air and surface attack fighter. It is designed to enable direct attack against the most heavily defended ground targets. The F-35A is equipped with some of the best technology there is to offer, which gives pilots greater situational awareness, which allows them to operate in a variety of conditions.

 

Watch this space for new and updated information on scheduled performers! 

NAS Lemoore History

NAS Lemoore is the newest, youngest air station of the US Navy. It was purpose-built as a Master Jet Base in 1961, specifically designed for jet planes with the demands of the Cold War in mind. It is built near, and partially on, the site of an auxiliary field of the previous Lemoore Army Air Field, a small flying school. The Army Air Field was declared surplus in 1946 and permanently closed.

NAS Lemoore operated steadily from open until 1998, when the base was selected as the central West Coast home port for all Navy air wings, an action completed in 1999. As part of the consolidation of Navy air power, Lemoore also became the home of the Strike Fighter Weapons School Pacific. It is today the home port of five carrier wings, as well as the station of a technical services training center, an aviation survival training center, a large naval hospital, and a number of other support services.

Frequently Asked Questions

All foreign nationals, defined as non-U.S. citizens or anyone without legal permanent residence status, will be required to show a passport to gain entrance to the 2026 NAS Lemoore Air Show. Paper copies or pictures of the passport will not be accepted. All foreign nationals will be biometrically enrolled while passing through the security screening checkpoints entering the 2026 NAS Lemoore Air Show. 

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The conduct of the 2026 NAS Lemoore Air Show will strictly adhere to the latest federal, state, and county health protection guidance and aims to provide the safest environment possible to our welcome community members. By participating in this voluntary event, you waive the right to any claim against the federal government, contractors, and volunteers aboard NAS Lemoore to include personal liability, claim, suit, action, loss, or damage that may result from your attendance.

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FAQs:

Q1. Is ID required to attend the 2026 Air Show?
A1. Yes. All attendees ages 18 and older must present a valid form of government-issued identification for entry to the Air Show. Entry will not be permitted without proper ID. 

Q2. What are the dates for the 2026 Air Show?
A2. March 21-22, 2026 

Q3. Is the Air Show televised?
A3. No, the event is not broadcasted.

Q4. Is the Air Show open to the general public?
A4. YES! The event will be open to the general public. 

Q5. Where should we watch the flying from?
A5. On base of course! However, many of the local residents will be able to see the flying from their homes and backyards.

Q6. Are there places near the base we can watch from?
A6. Yes. While the dirt roads adjacent to the base will be closed due to our security protocols and FAA safety regulations during the event.

Q7. Do I really need a ticket for this event? I thought it was free?
A7. The Air Show and parking on the base are free. A limited number of Executive Chalet and Box Seats are available, which provide an enhanced or catered experience, for a price. There is plenty of space for everyone on the installation to see the amazing aerobatic events!

Q8. I have a military/Reserve/retired ID. Can I come on anyways?
A8. Yes! This event is open to authorized visitors AND the general public; access and parking are free.

Q9. Will the Commissary, or Navy Exchange be open?
A9. Yes. The Navy Exchange is open from 0900 - 1700. The Commissary hours will be 0900 - 1830. Both facilities will only be open for authorized patrons.

Q10. What time does the flying start?
A10. FLIGHT SCHEDULE TBD

Q11. Who will be flying at the event?
A11. PERFORMER PAGE COMING SOON

Q12.  Will the Thunderbirds be performing at the Air Show?
A12. No. The USAF Thunderbirds are not scheduled to fly at our event.

Q13. Can I bring a camera and camera pack with large lenses?
A13. Yes. However, you will need to identify your bag to security personnel who will open it and inspect it as you enter the airfield area.

Q14. Can I bring a drone?
A14. Absolutely not. NAS Lemoore is a NO DRONE ZONE.

Q15. What happens if it rains? Will you reschedule the airshow?
A15. Depending on the amount of rainfall we get, if any, in the days prior to, or day of, we will make a "GO/NO GO" decision after conferring with our performers and safety staff. If we must cancel the event, we will refund tickets, if purchased, and we will not reschedule the event for another day. However, if there is just light rain, we may need to do some alternative parking which might have people walking farther than normal.

Q16. Where are we parking?
A16. Parking for the public will be on the hard cement surfaces (your turn to be treated like a pilot) of the airfield aircraft parking aprons.  The longest possible walk to the show site is no more than 2/3 of a mile.

Q17. Is there a list of permitted and not permitted items I can bring?
A17. APPROVED ITEMS PAGE COMING SOON

Q18:  Will there water available at the Air Show?
A18: Yes.  There will be water available for purchase along with food from our food vendor. 

Q19:  Are spectators permitted to bring their own chairs?
A19: Yes.  Standard folding chairs are permitted, 1 per guest. 

Q20:  Are spectators permitted to canopies or umbrellas?
A20: No. Personal shades including: canopies, umbrellas, and tents are not permitted. Guests will not be permitted entry with these items. 

Q21:  Is the Air Show handicapped accessible?
A20: Yes. The NAS Lemoore Air Show is open to the public, and guests with disabilities are welcome. No one will be turned away due to accessibility needs. Please be aware, however, that some areas of the event may present challenges for wheelchairs and walkers. Certain displays and aircraft areas may have cords, equipment, uneven surfaces, or tightly spaced aircraft items that could make navigation more difficult. We encourage guests to plan accordingly and use caution in these areas while enjoying the show.

 

Contact Information

General contact information 

• For information regarding Media Access, please contact Sarah Thrasher, Public Affair's Officer:
  Office: 559-998-3393 
  Mobile: 559-381-0592
  Email: sarah.a.thrasher2.civ@us.navy.mil
• For information regarding Sponsorship, please contact Shannon Pfeil, Marketing Manager/ Sponsorship & Advertising Coordinator:
  Office: 559-998-2241
  Email: shannon.m.pfeil.naf@us.navy.mil
• For General Inquiry or Event Information, please contact Davey Jones, MWR Director:
  Office: 559-998-4806
  Email: david.a.jones13.naf@us.navy.mil

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