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This year's California International Airshow will be here before you know it!
Are you ready to see the Thunderbirds rocking the skies over Salinas again?
Tickets will be on sale soon! Get ready to take advantage of the Early Bird deals!
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We're going to let you in on a little secret...
Tickets for this year's California International Airshow, featuring the USAF Thunderbirds are going on sale Monday, May 17th!
Get your tickets while you can still get the early bird discount!

You will want to keep an eye on the sky when the United States Air Force Thunderbirds perform at the California International Airshow, along with other outstanding aviators the weekend of October 30th and 31st, and you can get your tickets Monday, May 17th, with early bird discounts!

"We are thrilled to present our 40th annual show featuring the world-famous USAF Thunderbirds," said Executive Director, Harry Wardwell. “The 2021 show also features Greg Colyer in his Ace Maker T-33, Vicky Benzing in her Boeing Stearman, Chuck Coleman in his high energy Extra 300, Tom Larkin in his Mini Jet, the Smoke n’ Thunder Jet Truck, and to “Celebrate the Need for Speed”, this year’s show will include World Champion Drag Racer, Brendan Murry, who will be performing for the first time at our airshow!

And back for the young, and young at heart, Monster Trucks will be back! See the high-energy action up close with a battle between “Enforcer” and Play’n for Keeps, “Survivor” will be on site as well!

The President’s Club package is the ultimate VIP way to enjoy the airshow with flight line seating and a fully catered, all-inclusive experience. The package includes 6 tickets per day and parking passes.

Flight Line Villa tickets offer a family-friendly way to watch the show with discounted early bird pricing at $40 for adults, $35 for children 12-6 years old, and children under 6 are free. The venue includes a tent for shade and an open patio for frontline seating, plus food and beverages are available for purchase. Box seats that include admission, and general admission tickets are also available.

A full menu of options with early bird pricing for tickets, will be available on the Airshow’s website on Monday, May 17th. Get your tickets early, so you will have the best view of a spectacular show at the best price!

The Airshow will be held on October 30th & 31st the Salinas Airport. For more information, visit www.salinasairshow.com. The California International Airshow has provided outstanding entertainment on the Central Coast and has raised and distributed over $8 million dollars to local charities.

We're ready for the 2021 California International Airshow to take off!

What are you looking forward to the most for this year's show?

Tickets are now available at salinasairshow.com!

Tickets for the 40th California International Airshow are available now!

Get your tickets now and take advantage of the early bird pricing

Maverick's Lounge at the 40th Annual California International Airshow, Salinas! Get your tickets today!

A flight of classic P-51 Mustangs will grace the skies of this year's California International Airshow October 30 and 31. Check back here as we confirm specific iconic birds over the next few months.

What's your favorite Mustang?

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CIAS offers air show tickets and seating for every budget... but if you want the ultimate experience the President's Club is for you.

Get the royal treatment in the award-winning President’s Club. The President’s Club is at show center of one of the finest airshows in North America, with ample indoor and outdoor seating and shade. The Club is lavishly landscaped, fully catered with an “all-you-can-eat” gourmet buffet, with full beverage, cocktails, and desserts included. Mix and mingle with friends, business associates, airshow performers, or just relax and watch football on one of our large HD Televisions. The President’s Club offers 4-star luxury and world-class entertainment.

The President’s tent opens at 10 am each day of the show, and remains open until an hour after the show has ended.