2025 Yuma Airshow

Yuma Airshow 2025

The Yuma Airshow takes flight at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma on Saturday, March 15, 2025. The show will showcase military performances by USMC and USAF. Also, patrons can get up close and personal with some of our air crafts in the static display area. 

Purchase in advance!  Online sales will end on 3/14/25 @  11:59pm MST.  After that time, you will need to check for ticket availability at the gate. 

Schedule

NOTE: Gates to access the show will close at 12pm and no inbound traffic will be admitted.

9:00am - Gates Open

10:30am to 3:00pm - Performances (performers & schedule subject to change - check the Yuma Airshow website for the most up to date info)

• National Anthem
• 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Band
• Marine Corps Mounted Color Guard
• Military Free Fall School skydiving demo (6 jumpers) w/Redline Air Shows (2 x RV-8s)
• Circling the jumpers 
• Commanding Officer's Welcome & Baton/Honorary Air Boss Presentations 
• USMC Marine Aviation Capabilities (MAC) Demo w/pyro (AH-1Z, CH-53K, F-35B, F/A-18C, KC-130J, MV-22B, UH-1Y)
• USMC Oath of Enlistment Ceremony
• Commemorative Air Force (CAF) SoCal Wing Warbird demo w/pyro (PBJ-1J Mitchell, F6F Hellcat, A6M3 Zero, Spitfire Mk XIV, Mig-17)
• USMC F-5N demo
• Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Women's Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) AT-6 demo & exhibit
• USMC Fat Albert Flyby (C-130J)
• Jim Peitz Aerosports (Beechcraft F33C Bonanza) 
• USMC MV-22B demo
• Redline Air Shows (2 x RV-8s)
• USN F/A-18E/F demo
• USAF C-17A demo
• Darnell Racing Jet Truck
• USAF F-22A demo & P-40N Heritage Flight w/pyro
• Precision Exotics - Precision Extreme Drive (Ferrari F430 & Lamborghini Gallardo)
• Tunnel To Towers 911 Never Forget exhibit
• USMC F-35B demo w/pyro
• Patriots Jet Team demo (6 x L-39s) w/pyro

4:00pm - End of Show

ADMISSION

Entry to the Yuma Airshow is always FREE. To attend the show, we recommend you download your FREE Parking Pass and receive airshow-related news and much more. Carpooling is encouraged as there will be no opportunities to walk on the base, ride-share, or park off the base.

Access for U.S. Citizens

Be prepared to present a valid ID at all entry gates. The following are accepted forms of identification:

• State Issued Driver's License
• U.S. Passport Card
• U.S. Passport
• U.S. State Department Driver's License
• Military Dependent ID card
• Veteran ID Card
• Military Retiree ID Card
• Common Access Card (CAC)

Access for Foreign Nationals

All foreign nationals, defined as Non-U.S. citizens or anyone without legal permanent resident status, will be required to show a passport to gain entrance to the Yuma Air Show, and will be biometrically enrolled while passing through the security screening checkpoints entering the Air Show, and will be required to wear an issued Air Show ID at all times. 

• Passports are the only ID accepted for Foreign Nationals - no paper copies of photos will be accepted.

All patrons are subject to search upon entry. 

Preferred Seating and Parking Tickets

Want to elevate your experience? Preferred seating and parking options are available, including the best views of aerial performances, catered food & refreshments, shaded seating, and more.

Blue Preferred Parking: Included with a Covered Seating ticket purchase of 4 or more Adult/Military tickets. Get up close to the action with Blue Preferred Parking. Parking is near the event area with trams for easy transport to the event entrance. One pass per vehicle.

All tickets sales are final. No refunds or exchanges.

Parking Maps

Plan your trip to the show before you arrive and expect heavy traffic. 

View Free General Parking Map

View Blue Preferred Parking Map

SECURITY

Bag Policy

• Clear bags must be made of clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and cannot exceed 12x6x12.
• One gallon clear plastic freezer bags (ziplock bag or similar) are permitted.
• Each guest may carry one bag.
• Non-clear bags (clutch purses, diaper bags, medical bags, and camera bags) will be searched before entering the event area. 
• All bags are subject to search.

Permitted Items 

• Be prepared to show photo identification—Non-U.S. Citizens – official passport required (no photos).
• You may carry keys, makeup, feminine products, comb, phone, wallet, credit cards, etc., in your pockets if you avoid putting them in a clear bag or clutch.
• Hand umbrellas are allowed but are NOT authorized in the Grandstands Seating area at any time.
• Folding chairs.
• Wagons and strollers.
• Service animals that meet the American Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines.
• Binoculars/cameras. Camera bags will be searched.
• Diaper bags. Bag will be searched.
• Coolers for medically necessary items after proper inspection.

Prohibited Items

• Weapons of any kind (regardless of permit) include but are not limited to firearms, knives (including pocket knives and multi-tools), replica or toy weapons, pepper spray, mace, stun guns, and martial arts weapons.
• Outside alcoholic beverages.
• All smoking materials, including vape pens and lighters, will be confiscated at the flight line entry points.
• Ice chests or coolers that are not medically required.
• Pets, other than service animals.
• Glass containers.
• Bicycles, roller skates, roller blades (kick and electric), scooters, skateboards, or hoverboards.
• Personal drones (quad or hexacopters).
• Lasers or laser pointers.
• Tents, pop-ups, canopies. 
• Tailgating/BBQ.
• Illicit narcotics, CBD, and marijuana are Federally banned.
  
  

SAFETY

Aircraft Safety

• Do not touch or climb on any static aircraft unless you are invited to do so by the aircrew. 
• Dispose of all trash into a trash receptacle as trash can damage aircraft engines, and endangering the pilot's life.
• Watch for tent ropes and aircraft tie-down chains. 
• Observe all signs, including the ones that say, "Do Not Touch".

First Aid

• Bring ear protection
• Drink plenty of water as weather temperatures can rise during the day.
• Apply sunscreen often or wear a long sleeve shirt
• Bring a hat to protect from the sun
• Bring  sunglasses
• Expect extensive walking and standing
• A first aid tent is available on the flight line for emergencies. 

Personal Safety 

• When arriving, pay strict attention to road signs and direction by Military and Civilian law enforcement personnel.
• Be prepared to show identification if requested by air station personnel
• Only enter through designated points of entry. Do not try to enter from any other point.
• Pay attention to all signs and announcement and expect delays. 
• Leave pocket knives in your vehicles, otherwise they will be confiscated at the security check point. We will not be responsible for the return of the item.

Additional Links

• Yuma Airshow