The Bizarre Story of the Sheep, Duck, and Rooster That Made Aviation History

On this date in 1783, brothers Joseph-Michel and Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier made history with the first hot-air…

Ultimate Guide to Camping at SUN ’n FUN 2026

Why just visit SUN ’n FUN when you can stay right in the middle of the…

SUN ‘n FUN’s 2027 Concert is announced and you don’t want to miss it. We welcome Russell Dickerson!

SUN ‘n FUN TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

Hey SUN ‘n FUN fans! Get ready to experience A World to SEA at 53 – APRIL…

SUN ‘n FUN photos day six

By Chris Elrod Photography

SUN ‘n FUN photos day five

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We broke ground on the Aerospace Pavilion enclosure

Today, we broke ground on the Aerospace Pavilion enclosure! This project will enclose and expand the…

SUN ‘n FUN photos day four

By Chris Elrod Photography

SUN ‘n FUN photos day four

By Cleared4Capture

SUN ‘n FUN photos day three

By Chris Elrod Photography

SUN ‘n FUN photos day two

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SUN ‘n FUN photos day one

By Chris Elrod Photography

Thunderbirds arrive back in Lakeland to kick off SUN ‘n FUN 2026

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds have officially touched down at Lakeland Linder International Airport to headline…

Cooper Alan takes the stage with special guest Thomas Mac kicking off at 5 PM with an electrifying opening performance by Angie K

Cooper Alan takes the stage with special guest Thomas Mac TOMORROW, kicking off at 5 PM…

2026 Daily Schedule

Sun ‘n Fun 2026 kicks off April 14: What to know before you go

The 52nd Annual Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo is officially taking flight this Tuesday, April 14,…

Air show schedules and what to do at SUN ‘n FUN 2026, day by day

The Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo 2026 is set to take place from April 14–19 at…

SUN ‘n FUN 2026 goes ‘Red, White & Blue at 52’ with NASA, Thunderbirds

The 52nd Annual SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is officially themed “Red, White & Blue at…

An inside look at NASA’s Super Guppy at SUN ‘n FUN in Lakeland

The NASA Super Guppy is one of the most striking sights at the 2026 SUN ‘n…

Angie K Takes Flight as She Kicks Off the Sun ’n Fun Aerospace Expo April 14–19

Country powerhouse Angie K, known for her electrifying performances and unstoppable stage presence, is set to…

The SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is often recognized as the “Spring Break for Pilots,”

The SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is often recognized as the “Spring Break for Pilots,” but…

Guide to SUN ‘n FUN 2026 Airshow Festival

The 52nd Annual SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is ready to take flight in Lakeland! Whether…

Lockheed VC-121A “MacArthur Bataan” to Join SUN ’n FUN

It is official: the Lockheed VC-121A “MacArthur Bataan” is coming to the SUN ’n FUN Aerospace…

Don’t miss the feel-good sounds of Season 21 American Idol winner, Iam Tongi, on April 15, 2026 on the Warbird Ramp

Don’t miss the feel-good sounds of Season 21 American Idol winner, Iam Tongi, on April 15,…

AURA AERO to present new INTEGRAL R aerobatic & training plane at SUN ‘n FUN

 AURA AERO* will be exhibiting at SUN ’n FUN Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Fla., the second…

Textron Aviation to feature a broad range of industry leading Cessna, Beechcraft and Pipistrel aircraft at the SUN ’n FUN Aerospace Expo

Textron Aviation today announced that it will showcase a broad lineup of its legendary turboprop and piston…

It’s official—the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is coming back to Lakeland for its 52nd year! This year’s theme is “Red, White & Blue at 52”

It’s official—the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is coming back to Lakeland for its 52nd year!…

Colonel (Ret.) Mark Tillman, the 12th presidential pilot who famously commanded Air Force One during the September 11 attacks, served as the keynote speaker for a major fundraising event in Lakeland

On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, Colonel (Ret.) Mark Tillman, the 12th presidential pilot who famously commanded…

13th Annual Lakeland City Commission SUN ’n FUN Breakfast, celebrating the 52nd year of SUN ’n FUN right here in Lakeland

By Guy LaLonde Honored to attend yesterday morning’s 13th Annual Lakeland City Commission SUN ’n FUN…

Countdown to SUN ‘n FUN

Join Gene Conrad and Amanda Holly for a full hour of SUN ‘n FUN information. Learn…

Kicking off Red, White & Blue in Country Style

On April 14, 2026, join us for SUN ’n FUN’s Opening Night Concert featuring two of…

Citrus Connection and Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo Announce Strategic Transportation Partnership

Citrus Connection, Polk County’s public transit authority, and SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo, one of the…

Sheltair, Avfuel Donate Proceeds From Sun ‘n Fun Fuel Sales

A portion of the cost of every gallon of fuel sold goes to two worthy organizations.…

Sun N’ Fun 2025 Photos

by Elrod Elrod Official Click here to see more photos Hey, SUN ‘n FUN Fans, we are…

International teams compete in SUN ‘n FUN drone soccer match

You can see so many cool things at Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo in Lakeland this…

Blue Angels arrive at Sun ‘n Fun to wow the crowd

Photos by Elrod Elrod Official Click here to see more The Blue Angels soared into Lakeland Thursday…

SUN ‘N FUN OPENING DAY IS ONLY 2 DAYS AWAY!

SUN ‘N FUN OPENING DAY IS ONLY 2 DAYS AWAY!Turn up the fun with an awesome…

SAMARITAN’S PURSE DC-8 PREPARES FOR INTERNATIONAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE

The DC-8 cargo plane will no longer be on display at SUN ‘N FUN this year…

Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard plays a Lakeland air show on Tuesday

A little bit of Florida Georgia Line comes to the airfield near Orlampa to headline the…

Your guide to the 2025 Sun ‘n Fun Expo

Every year, Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo packs the grounds of Lakeland Linder International Airport with thousands of…

Beechcraft Denali to Make Sun ‘n Fun Debut

Model is nearing the final stages of development. Credit: Textron AviationShare this story Textron Aviation’s Beechcraft…

Local pilot’s mural covered plane to be focal point for Lakeland’s massive aerospace expo

Liam Hawkins, a local pilot, is turning heads with his 1967 Mooney M20F—dubbed the Mooney Anomaly—whose…