Blackpool Air Show 2024

Blackpool Airshow returns on the 10th and 11th of August 2024, Here's all the details.

This much-anticipated event will see the skies over the iconic Blackpool Promenade come alive with some of the world’s most spectacular military and civilian aircraft displays, promising a weekend full of high-flying thrills and family fun.

Event Highlights

This year’s airshow promises a spectacular line-up featuring the world-renowned RAF Red Arrows, marking their 60th anniversary with breathtaking new performances on both days. The impressive RAF Typhoon, known for its speed and agility, will also be performing, piloted by Flt Lt David ‘Turbo’ Turnbull  .

Attendees can look forward to the nostalgic displays from the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, featuring the Spitfire, Hurricane, and Lancaster. These historic aircraft commemorate the bravery and sacrifice of those who served in the Royal Air Force during critical periods of conflict .

The show will also feature dynamic aerobatic displays from Team Raven, thrilling wingwalking stunts, and the iconic Catalina flying boat known as “Miss Pick Up”  .

The Red Arrows, one of the world's foremost aerial aerobatic display teams will perform a brand new display high above the seafront opposite The Blackpool Tower.

After announcing the Blackpool dates, Squadron Leader Jon Bond, Team Leader and Red 1, said: “Blackpool, with tens of thousands of people lining the coastline, always gives the warmest of welcomes during the Air Show weekend.

“The event is always very popular and, as a team, we’re humbled to see these big crowds enjoying our display.

“This year, we invite people to join with us to help celebrate the Red Arrows’ 60th Diamond Season.

“Appropriately, the team’s preparing a trademark Diamond Nine formation for the 2024 show, with many fresh manoeuvres and special shapes featuring in this new display.”

The weekend show will also feature a whole host of incredible flying machines with the full programme of civil and military aircraft to be confirmed in coming weeks.

To complement the aerial programme, there will be plenty to see and do on the ground with a wide range of stalls, attractions and food concessions in the Air Show Village between Central Pier and the Tower Festival Headland.

Cllr Lynn Williams, Leader of Blackpool Council, said: “We are thrilled to announce that the Red Arrows will perform their diamond anniversary display on both days of our Air Show.

“Last year’s event demonstrated the extraordinary pulling power of not just the Reds, but also the magnificent Typhoon display team and Battle Of Britain Memorial Flight.

“We can’t wait for what will be another very special weekend in what is already turning into an action-packed calendar of free events in Blackpool during 2024.”

Air Show Village

The Air Show Village, located at the Tower Festival Headland, will be bustling with activity from 10 am to 6 pm each day. Visitors can explore a variety of stalls, attractions, and food concessions. A unique highlight this year is the opportunity to get up close and personal with a Red Arrow Hawk jet, providing an unforgettable experience of climbing into the cockpit  .

Event Details

        •       Dates: Saturday, August 10, and Sunday, August 11, 2024
        •       Location: Blackpool Promenade, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 1AP
        •       Show Times: Approximately 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm each day
        •       Entry: Free

The airshow is a cornerstone of Blackpool’s summer events, drawing in large crowds each year. In 2023, the event attracted over 200,000 visitors, and 2024 is expected to see even greater numbers. Make sure to reserve a spot at one of the many Promenade-facing bars and restaurants for the best views of the displays  .