INFORMATION

Gates open at 8:30 a.m.

Show begins at 10:00 a.m

Show ends at 5 p.m.

Gates close at 5:30 p.m

FAQ’s

2023 Airshow Security Items

March Air Reserve Base is a U.S. Government Federal Installation

Federal laws and California State Laws may apply.

Law Enforcement from all jurisdictions will be present for the airshow.

All patrons will be required to be screened and walk-through metal detectors to enter the Air Show.

SHOW DATES & GENERAL INFORMATION

  • April 22-23, 2023

  • Gates open at 8:30 a.m. and close at 5:30 p.m.

    Show begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m.

  • A: The show goes on, rain or shine.

  • A: No.

  • A: Yes.

  • A: Performers vary from year to year. We are excited to host the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds

  • A: A valid (not expired) government issued identification is required to be on your person in the event you must be identified. (i.e. state issued identification and/or driver’s license.

  • A: In the event, you are required to show identification. All foreign nationals, defined as non-U.S. citizens or anyone without legal permanent residence status, will be required to have a valid passport with visa stamp to be on your person in the event you must be identified. Paper copies or pictures of the passport will not be accepted.

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TICKETS & SEATING

  • A: Admission and parking are FREE. FREE admission gives you access to the open paved area where attendees can stand or sit on their own blankets or lawn chairs. Preferred seating areas are available for sale.

  • A: Purchase the VIP Experience through our master concessionaire.

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  • A: No.

  • A: Yes.

  • A: No.

  • A: No.

  • A: No; lit cigars and cigarettes are not permitted on the flight line.

  • No. Service animals will be permitted.

TRANSPORTATION & PARKING

  • A: No.

  • A: As you enter the base gates, you’ll be directed to the parking lot.

  • A: No.

  • A: No. Only pre-approved static display and performer aircraft are allowed to fly into March Air Reserve Base.

  • A: March Air Reserve Base is located east of . Click [HERE] for map.

  • A: No. Recreational vehicles, recreational vehicle trailers or trucks with RV type campers will not be permitted.

CACTUS ENTRANCE

(General Public)

PARKING & TRANSPORTATION

HEACOCK ENTRANCE

(General Public & VIPS)

Permitted:

  • Folding Chairs

  • Umbrellas (hand held)

  • Wagons

  • Strollers

  • Snacks

  • Water bottles (plastic, factory sealed, open once inside airshow)

  • Back Packs (small, unlocked, subject to inspection at any time)

  • Hydrations Backpacks/Camel Backs (empty upon entering, fill at the airshow)

  • Service Dogs

  • Smoking (designated areas only, cigars, cigarettes, vapes)

Not Permitted:

  • Firearms (regardless of credential or CCW)

  • Ammunition/Explosives

  • Mace or pepper spray

  • Knives (any sort or blade size)

  • Weapons (brass knuckles, blackjacks/flapjacks etc.)

  • Batons, collapsible batons

  • Drones (of any sort, regardless of FAA permit)

  • Lasers, Laser pointers

  • Drugs/drug paraphernalia (of any kind, to include all marijuana types)

  • Marijuana vape concentrate (wax/strips/patches/dabs/vials)

  • Alcoholic Beverages

  • Glass bottles, thermos, cans

  • Shelters/tents (Easy-ups, pop-up, quick shelters)

  • Coolers (of any type/kind)

  • Radio Equipment (scanners, transmitters)

  • Roller skates, skateboards, hoverboards, Segways

  • Bicycles, Scooters

  • Pets or Animals

  • Recreational vehicles, recreational vehicle trailers or trucks with RV type campers