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- When: Hangar Party — Saturday, August 15, 2026, 7:00 PM–12:00 AM | Flight Fest Air Show — Sunday, August 16, 2026, gates 11:00 AM, flying starts 12:30 PM
- Where: Chilliwack Airport, Chilliwack, BC, Canada
- Cost: Air Show is free; Hangar Party is a separate ticketed event
- Hosted by: Chilliwack Flight Fest
Billed as Canada's longest-running free airshow, the Chilliwack Air Show returns to Chilliwack Airport for a full weekend of aviation action. This year's Flight Fest features the Fix Auto "Leap of Destiny" performance, alongside a lineup of stunt pilots, aerobatic teams, and ground displays, kicking off with a Saturday night Hangar Party before the main air show takes flight on Sunday.
Weekend Schedule
Saturday, August 15 — Hangar Party & Dance
Gates open at 7 PM and close at midnight at Firkus Aircraft Inc. This 19+ event brings together aviation enthusiasts for an evening of food trucks, a full bar, and live music by The Rundown in a one-of-a-kind hangar setting. Tickets are available in advance through Eventbrite or at the door.
Sunday, August 16 — Flight Fest Air Show
Gates open at 11 AM, with flying beginning at 12:30 PM. The day features a full program of aerial performances, stunt flying, and ground displays, all free to attend.
Featured Performers
Fix Auto "Leap of Destiny"
A featured stunt performance from Kyle Fowler and Bill Kohut, combining freestyle motocross with high-flying aerial choreography.
Yellow Thunder
A returning aerobatic act known for its high-energy performance style.
Erickson Aircraft Collection
A showcase of historic and vintage aircraft from one of the region's notable collections.
Brad Wursten
A featured aerobatic pilot performing as part of the day's flying program.
Richard Mrazek
A veteran performer bringing precision aerobatics to the Flight Fest lineup.
Ross Granley
A longtime airshow performer known for his aerobatic routines.
Kyle Fowler
Co-performer of the "Fix Auto Leap of Destiny" act alongside Bill Kohut.
Ground Displays
Beyond the flying program, the airshow grounds feature static aircraft displays for attendees to explore up close between performances.
Plan Your Visit
- Event: Chilliwack Flight Fest Airshow 2026
- Date: August 15–16, 2026
- Time: Hangar Party: 7:00 PM–12:00 AM (Sat) | Air Show: gates 11:00 AM, flying at 12:30 PM (Sun)
- Location: Chilliwack Airport, Chilliwack, BC
- Admission: Air Show is free | Hangar Party requires a separate ticket
- Website: chilliwackairshow.ca
From a hangar dance floor on Saturday night to stunt pilots tearing through the sky on Sunday, the Chilliwack Air Show delivers a full weekend of aviation entertainment — and with the main event free to attend, it remains one of the Fraser Valley's biggest no-cost summer draws.
