FAQs

  • What time does the Air Show start?
    • Gates opens at 9 a.m. and aerial performances begin at 11 a.m.
  • Do I have to pay for a ticket? 
    • No. Beale Air & Space Expo is free and open to the public. Premium Seating is available for purchase here [external website]. 
  • Where do I park and how much is it?
    • Parking is free. You will be directed to general parking when you arrive.
  • Can I park my RV in the parking lot?
    • No. Unfortunately, RVs cannot be accommodated at the Beale Air & Space Expo. FamCamp patrons with appropriate military ID are strongly recommended to arrive to FamCamp by at least Friday, June 6th before the Air Show. 
  • Can I bring a lawn chair?
    • Yes. You may bring your own folding lawn chairs.
  • Does a VIP ticket include chairs?
    • Yes, the VIP includes seating.
  • Do you have any Bleacher Seating?
    • Yes, however it is limited.
  • Are coolers allowed?
    • No. You will not be allowed to bring a cooler.
  • Are strollers and wagons allowed?
    • Yes, strollers and wagons are allowed. If you purchased Premium Seating, your stroller/wagon must be parked at the back of the seating area so emergency areas remain accessible.
  • Is there shade?
    • The Air Show facility is under an open sky. Patrons are encouraged to plan accordingly. Some shade can be found under the wings of static display aircraft.
  • Are pets allowed?
    • Service animals ARE permitted. Otherwise, pets are not allowed onto the flight line area and are not allowed to be left in cars in the base parking lots.
  • Can I bring beverages into the show?
    • Clear beverages in clear “see-through” plastic containers.
  • Are cameras allowed?
    • Yes, cameras are allowed (still, video, digital). Your camera bags will be checked upon entry.
  • Can I bring a bike, roller blades or a scooter?
    • No, for the safety of everyone these items will not be allowed on the base.
  • I am bringing my baby to the show and need to keep the formula cold. Can I bring it in a cooler?
    • You can bring formula/ milk in a SOFT-SIDED cooler ONLY. You CANNOT bring it in a hard cooler. Only formula is allowed in the soft-sided cooler.
  • What happens if it rains?
    • The decision to fly is made the day of the event for safety. We will post at the website if a cancellation decision is made.
  • Can I bring a weapon?
    • No.
  • Do you have an event map/ schedule?
    • Yes. Follow these links: Schedule Event Map Base Map Shuttle Route Map Kids Zone
  • Is handicap parking available?
    • Yes.

 

Airshow Home

U.S. Air Force U-2 Dragon Lady’s and chase cars from the 99th Reconnaissance Squadron, T-38 Talon’s from the 1st Reconnaissance Squadron, and KC-135R Stratotanker’s from the 940th Air Refueling Wing conduct an elephant walk on Beale Air Force Base, California, Jan. 4, 2023.

Performers

A United States Air Force (USAF) Thunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbird” performs a solo maneuver during the 18th annual California Capital Airshow at Mather Airport, California, July 13, 2024

Static Displays

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jack Alexander, 1st Reconnaissance Wing pilot, gives a California Capital Airshow (CCA) attendee a brief tour of the T-38 Talon at Rancho Cordova, California, Sept. 23,

Kids' Zone and STEM Activities

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Hunter Rudnik, 9th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance technician, demonstrates the T-7 Explosive Ordnance Disposal robot to students with For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST), during a base tour Aug. 3, 2023, at Beale Air Force Base, California.

Frequently Asked Questions

A student raises his hand during a career day event Feb. 3, 2023, at Anna McKinney Intermediate School, Marysville, Calif. Students participated in a question and answer session with Beale Airmen at the end of the career presentations

Preferred Tickets [External Site]

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Team “Thunderbirds” performs intense aerobatics at the California Capital Air Show Sept. 23, 2023, in Rancho Cordova, California.