Salinas Airshow – California International Airshow (2025)

Navy's Blue Angels

The Salinas Airshow

The Salinas Air Show – also known as the Salinas International Air Show and the California International Airshow – is held each year at the Salinas airport, right off Highway 101. It’s a great show with aerobatic teams from around the world. Past participants have been the Navy Blue Angels and the Canadian Snowbirds teams.

Navy's Blue Angels performing at air show. Flying inverted.

Air shows are great and exciting events. I can remember being taken to a show by my parents long ago and can still recall the thrill of seeing the Blue Angels perform their amazing maneuvers. And yes, they were flying jets even back then…

The Salinas Air Show is an exciting event that takes place each September. It is the largest airshow on the Central Coast and is well-attended. The air show take place at the Salinas airport.

A group of jets flying in formation with white smoke trails.

Times for the Salinas Airshow:

The gates open at 9AM and the flying begins at 12 each day. As mentioned above, there are many other displays, as well as lots of vendors of food and gift items.

Ticket Information:

There are different levels of admission and seating ranging from general admission (no seating) to the Flight Deck Club which includes a catered meal ticket. You can check out the specifics here.

You can also go all out with the President’s Club package – details at the link above.

How to get to the Salinas International Air Show:

From the North

  1. Take US 101 South.
  2. Exit at John St. Follow the “Airshow Parking” signs.
  3. Turn left onto E. Alisal St. This will lead you to the parking area.

From the South

  1. Take US 101 North.
  2. Exit at Fairview Ave. Follow the “Airshow Parking” signs.
  3. Turn right onto Sanborn Rd, then right onto John St., and finally right onto E. Alisal St. to reach the parking lots.

Parking Information

  • Location: Parking is available on Salinas Airport property, close to the airshow gates.
  • Cost: There is a $20 charge for parking, payable at the entrances located at the corner of Skyway Blvd and Airport Blvd.
  • Handicapped Parking: Designated areas are available for handicapped vehicles, but you must display a handicapped plate or tag.

Additional Tips

Traffic Considerations: Expect heavy traffic, so plan your arrival accordingly to secure a good spot and enjoy the exhibits before the show begins

Gates Open: Arrive early as gates open at 9 AM, and flying starts around 11 AM

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