{"id":63685,"date":"2026-03-13T15:42:51","date_gmt":"2026-03-13T19:42:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/?p=63685"},"modified":"2026-03-13T15:42:56","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T19:42:56","slug":"its-official-the-sun-n-fun-aerospace-expo-is-coming-back-to-lakeland-for-its-52nd-year-this-years-theme-is-red-white-blue-at-52","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/2026\/03\/13\/its-official-the-sun-n-fun-aerospace-expo-is-coming-back-to-lakeland-for-its-52nd-year-this-years-theme-is-red-white-blue-at-52\/","title":{"rendered":"It\u2019s official\u2014the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is coming back to Lakeland for its 52nd year! This year\u2019s theme is “Red, White & Blue at 52”"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It\u2019s official\u2014the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo<\/strong> is coming back to Lakeland for its 52nd year!<\/sup> This year\u2019s theme is “Red, White & Blue at 52,”<\/strong> and there are some big changes to the schedule you\u2019ll want to note.<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event runs from Tuesday, April 14, through Sunday, April 19, 2026<\/strong>.<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2708\ufe0f 2026 Highlights & New Features<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • The “Composite Airshow” (Wednesday, April 15):<\/strong> In a first for the expo, Wednesday will feature a non-stop “composite” show from 5:00 PM to 9:15 PM<\/strong>. It merges the traditional afternoon and night shows into one continuous event, transitioning from golden-hour flying to a full night performance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Opening Night Concert:<\/strong> Kickoff is Tuesday at 5:00 PM on the Warbird Ramp, featuring country artists Cooper Alan<\/strong> and Thomas Mac<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Runway Row:<\/strong> A new mini-exhibit area at the Main Entrance featuring retail, apparel, and souvenirs to check out as soon as you arrive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Choppertown Express:<\/strong> A brand-new dedicated shuttle service specifically for helicopter pilots flying into the show.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    \ud83d\udcc5 Key Airshow Schedule<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
    Date<\/strong><\/td>Time<\/strong><\/td>Featured Acts<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
    Tue, April 14<\/strong><\/td>1:00 PM \u2013 5:30 PM<\/td>USAF Thunderbirds (Arrival Maneuvers), Titan Aerobatic Team<\/td><\/tr>
    Wed, April 15<\/strong><\/td>5:00 PM \u2013 9:15 PM<\/td>Composite Show:<\/strong> F-22 Raptor, Titan Aerobatic Team, Night Show<\/td><\/tr>
    Thu, April 16<\/strong><\/td>1:00 PM \u2013 5:15 PM<\/td>Warbirds Show, B-25 “Panchito,” Trojan Thunder<\/td><\/tr>
    Fri, April 17<\/strong><\/td>1:00 PM \u2013 5:00 PM<\/td>USAF Thunderbirds, F-22 Raptor, Patriot Parachute Team<\/td><\/tr>
    Sat, April 18<\/strong><\/td>1:00 PM & 7:00 PM<\/td>Day Airshow + separate Night Airshow & Fireworks<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Sun, April 19<\/strong><\/td>1:00 PM \u2013 5:00 PM<\/td>F-22 Raptor, USAF AETC Demo (C-17, KC-46, KC-135)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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    \ud83c\udfab Ticket & Arrival Info<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    • Early Bird Pricing:<\/strong> Available online through March 14th<\/strong>. Single-day tickets are roughly $45<\/strong> during this window (vs. $50 regular).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Cashless Event:<\/strong> SUN ‘n FUN is now 100% cashless for all onsite purchases, including parking and food.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Parking:<\/strong> The lots open daily at 7:00 AM<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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