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Everything you need to plan your perfect day. From what to pack to how to get in.

Packing Guide


What to Bring

Bring These

  • Lawn chairs and blankets
    Seating is included in The Shore Club. See ticket options.
  • Sunscreen
    All-day outdoor event. Reapply often.
  • Small umbrella
    Beach umbrellas are welcome.
  • Camera
    The views are worth capturing.
  • Small backpack
    All bags subject to security screening.
  • Wagon
    Standard beach wagons welcome. Size restrictions may apply.
  • Cash or card
    For food, drinks, and merchandise on site.
  • Comfortable shoes
    Plan for walking. The event spans beach and boardwalk.

Leave These Behind

Prohibited in all reserved venue areas. Some items may also be restricted in general areas.

  • Outside alcohol
  • Drones or kites
  • Firearms and weapons
  • Glass containers
  • Pop-up tents or canopies
  • Large inflatables or shade structures
  • Bikes, scooters, or skateboards
  • Aerosol cans
  • Fireworks
  • Banners or flags on poles
  • Laser pointers
  • Large backpacks

Frequently Asked Questions


FAQs

General Admission to the beach and boardwalk viewing areas is completely free. No ticket, no registration. Tickets are required for upgraded experiences including Seaside Boxes and The Shore Club VIP. View ticket options.

The general admission event site and Seaside Boxes open at 9 AM both days. The Shore Club VIP venue and Sponsor Chalets open at 10 AM. Aerial performances begin at Noon and run until approximately 3:30 PM.

The show takes place on the beach along the Wildwoods shoreline. The show center is located over the ocean between Morey's Mariner's Pier and Adventure Pier. Viewing extends the full length of the beach and boardwalk.

Outside food may be brought into general admission areas. Outside alcohol is not permitted anywhere on the event grounds. Glass containers are prohibited. Food and beverage vendors are available throughout the site.

Re-entry to your ticketed venue is permitted with a same-day wristband, issued at your venue entrance on arrival. Keep your wristband on throughout the day.

The event is rain or shine. Individual performances may be modified or cancelled due to weather at the sole discretion of show management. In the event of a full weather evacuation before flying begins, 2026 ticket eligibility will be reviewed. All tickets are otherwise non-refundable.

Designated parking lots are available for ticket holders with parking passes. Lot addresses and directions are provided with your pass. Free Street parking is available throughout the island and on the West side of New Jersey Avenue. Paid street metered parking is available throughout the island and is powered by “Park Mobile” . Download the “Park Mobile” app before you visit, as this is the only payment method for street parking. Privately owned parking lots will be open for the Air Show, and payment methods vary. Ride share drop off point is located on Atlantic Avenue between Schellenger and Oak Avenues.

Yes. A boardwalk-to-beach ramp is available at Spicer Avenue. ADA restrooms are on site. ADA parking is available in all lots. Beach wheelchairs are available for rent locally.

Yes. Beach terrain can be challenging for standard strollers. All-terrain or beach strollers are recommended.

No. Drones are strictly prohibited. The show operates in active FAA airspace and no unmanned aerial vehicles are permitted on or near the event grounds.

Service animals are welcome. All other pets are not permitted in ticketed venue areas.

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