IMPORTANT THINGS ABOUT THE AIRSHOW: 

1. 1. Read and acknowledge agreement to the 2026 PPRA Participant Waiver.
   
   
2. 2. Guests may bring food (no hard-sided coolers allowed; no alcohol allowed). Small backpacks or small, lunchbox size soft-sided coolers with food are permitted. Personal water bottles (Hydro Flasks, Nalgene, etc.), plastic water bottles, and soft beverages are allowed. Food and beverages will be available for purchase on-site.
   
   
3. 3. Do NOT count on GPS applications on your phone as navigation to the airshow. Apps are unaware of event-specific road closures and the suggested shortcuts may bring you to a closed road or a detour. Follow variable message boards and signage for your best route to the show. Attendants will direct entry to the event upon arrival at the event.
   
   
4. 4. All events are prone to traffic. The best way to avoid a delay is to arrive early. We suggest you arrive at 8:30 am when the parking lots and admission gates open.
   
   
5. 5. We strongly recommend bringing hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Please plan on being exposed to direct sunlight for the duration of the outdoor event.
   
   
6. 6. General parking, including handicapped parking, is free. Parking is available on a first come, first served basis. If you need handicapped parking, please have your state-issued tag or placard in the car to be sure the parking attendants direct you to the appropriate area. Please arrive early to ensure a handicap parking spot.
   
   
7. 7. Please expect to walk a 1/2-3/4 mile from your parking spot to enter the event. Shuttles will be provided to and from the handicap lot to the admission gate.
   
   
8. 8. You must use your General Admission, Preferred Seating, and/or Canteen Experience tickets for the day for which they were purchased. The airshow has limited capacity and cannot accommodate more than what was sold. You will not be allowed in if you try to enter with the incorrect ticket day.
   
   
9. 9. Screenshot or print your tickets before arriving at the event. Cell service can be spotty, and we need to scan your tickets for entry.
   
   
10. 10. All sales are final. In the event of performer illness, inclement weather, or technical issues, or any other unforeseen event modifications, there will not be a refund or exchange given.

Pikes Peak Regional Airshow No-Refund Policy

All ticket sales are final. Refunds will not be issued for cancellations, postponements, or interruptions caused by weather, natural events, acts of God, or any circumstances beyond the control of the Pikes Peak Regional Airshow ("PPRA"). PPRA reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to offer credits or ticket transfers in special cases - however, these are not guaranteed and are determined case by case. If you believe a refund is warranted and falls outside the stated policy above, your request must be submitted in writing within 14 days after the event date. Refund requests received more than 14 days after the event will not be considered. By purchasing a ticket, you acknowledge and accept these terms as part of your agreement to attend the event.

 ENTRY RESTRICTIONS 

The following items are NOT allowed:

• Weapons of ANY kind including: pocket knives, pocket tools, scissors, box cutters, mace/pepper spray, firearms. NO CONCEALED WEAPONS
• Drones or radio-controlled aircraft.
• Alcohol, illegal drugs
• Glass containers
• Bicycles, skateboards
• Animals or pets (does not apply to service animals)
• Umbrellas larger than personal umbrellas
• Tents or canopies or any kind
• Cooking equipment, including grills

ALL BAGS AND ITEMS ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH AT ANY TIME

Hard-sided coolers are not allowed. Small backpacks or small, lunchbox size soft-sided coolers with food are permitted. Personal water bottles (Hydro Flasks, Nalgene, etc.), plastic water bottles, and soft beverages are allowed. No alcohol is permitted.

Can I bring a stroller or wagon?

Yes, strollers and small wagons for children are allowed. Security personnel at the gates will search all items and have the final say on what is allowed through the admissions gate.

Can I bring my pet?

Pets are NOT allowed into the airshow and should NOT be left in vehicles. Because of the festival setting with food and beverage vendors, the Health Department prohibits animals, other than legally allowed services animals. Please also understand that the temperatures on the tarmac area can easily reach over 100 degrees and will burn your pet's feet. The loud noises of the planes can injure their sensitive hearing and/or frighten your animal. Please leave your pet(s) at home where they are safe.

Is it all seating or standing room only?

For general admission, it's festival/standing room around the aircraft. You may bring your own lawn/folding chairs or blankets to sit on. Preferred Seating and upgraded Canteen Experience is available for purchase, where seating will be provided.

Will there be shade?

Airshows are held under open sky. We strongly recommend bringing hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Please plan on being exposed to direct sunlight for the duration of the event. You may also bring a small personal umbrella; however, no large umbrellas, tents, or canopies are allowed. You can pre-purchase upgraded Canteen Experience, which is the only ticket option that comes with shade.

Can I leave to go to my car and come back?

Yes, however, you will have to get back into the admissions and ticketing line and be subject to bag check.

 TICKETING 

Where can I purchase tickets?

Tickets are available online only. Tickets can be purchased by visiting our tickets page. Tickets are not available at the gate. If you do not have a ticket, please do not drive to the show.

I can't find my tickets!

Tickets purchased in advance are sent to an email address. You may need to check any junk/spam folders you have just incase. If you need your tickets resent to you, please request your tickets to be resent to you here, or call AttendStar Support at 615-223-1008.

Are children free?

For one day general admission tickets, children 3 and under are free. Child tickets are available for ages 4-12. Children ages 13 and up must purchase regular adult admission tickets.

For Preferred Seating and the upgraded Canteen Experience, children 3 and under are free but must sit in a lap. If you wish to have a seat for your child 3 and under, you must purchase a seat.

Do you offer military or other discounts?

We do offer a $5 discounted military priced general admission ticket. Thank you for your service!

Can I use Saturday tickets on Sunday, or Sunday tickets on Saturday?

No, you must use your General Admission, Preferred Seating, and/or Canteen Experience tickets for the day for which they were purchased. The airshow has limited capacity and cannot accommodate more than what was sold. You will not be allowed in, if you try to enter with the incorrect ticket day.

Do I need tickets?

Tickets are required for entry to the Pikes Peak Regional Airshow. If you do not have a ticket, please do not drive to the airshow. Tickets are not available at the gate.

Do I need to print my tickets?

To keep lines moving at a fast pace, please have a printed ticket in hand ready for scanning upon arrival. If you do not have a printer, you may display the tickets on a phone for scanning. We recommend taking a screenshot of the tickets ahead of time, as internet availability at the show cannot be guaranteed.

Can I get a refund?

All sales are final. In the event of performer illness, inclement weather, or technical issues to include the cancellation of the headline act, there will not be a refund or exchange given.

 PARKING 

Where is the airshow?

The Pikes Peak Regional Airshow will be held at 7330 Embraer-Heights, Colorado Springs, CO 80916. Traffic will be heavy getting in and out of the show. We suggest arriving early to avoid missing performances.

How do I get to the airshow?

The airshow can be accessed three ways:

• Southbound - Powers Blvd to Milton E Proby Pkwy
• Eastbound - Milton E Proby Pkwy will be directed Southbound on Powers Blvd to Peak Innovation Pkwy
• Northbound - Powers Blvd to Peak Innovation Pkwy

Please note, access via Peak Innovation Pkwy is expected to be less congested and is recommended for entry to the airshow.

Traffic will be heavy getting into the show. We suggest arriving early in order to avoid missing performances.

For more parking information, visit https://www.pprairshow.org/map-directions/

Is parking free?

General parking, including handicap parking, is free. Parking is available on a first come, first served basis. If you need handicapped parking, please have your state-issued tag or placard in the car to be sure the parking attendants direct you to the appropriate area. Please arrive early to ensure a spot. Parking will be managed by numerous law enforcement agencies. There is not a designated shuttle for general parking. Attendees can expect to walk anywhere from 1/4 mile - 1 mile to the gate, depending on which lot you are parked in.

Handicapped parking?

There will be a designated parking lot for properly-marked handicapped vehicles. Please have your state-issued handicapped placard visible so our parking attendants can direct you to the appropriate lots. Shuttles will be available to assist those parking in handicap parking, if needed.

Drop-off / Ride sharing?

Ride sharing (Uber, Lyft) drop-off/pick-up is NOT available. There are no drop-off or pick-up spots at the show.

 SCHEDULE 

What time do the gates open?

Gates and parking areas open at 8:30AM. Static displays, vendors, and exhibits will be available starting at 8:30AM.

Is the show the same both Saturday & Sunday?

Yes, the show schedule is the same for both days. However, the show schedule is subject to change.

What if it rains?

In the event of rain, some flying demonstrations may be delayed. Unless the weather poses a serious threat to the safety of our visitors and participants, the show will proceed as scheduled with some modifications. In the event of a cancellation or delayed opening, announcements will be coordinated with local news agencies and disseminated via social media channels with information as it becomes available. It is impossible to reschedule the show for a different weekend in the event of a cancellation. 

Can we watch from our car in the parking lot?

No. Even if you have purchased tickets, you must leave your vehicle and view the show from inside the airshow grounds. This rule is due to FAA safety regulations involving the performance area.