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Jacksonville will host the Sea & Sky Air Show featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels on October 25-26, attracting large crowds. The city has allocated $200,000 for the event, ensuring a smooth experience for attendees. With a mix of incredible aerial performances planned and the chance for residents to win tickets, this event aims to boost local tourism and showcase exceptional flying skills. Additional details regarding activities and logistics will be shared as the date approaches.
Jacksonville will host the Jacksonville Sea & Sky Air Show on October 25-26, 2025, featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels as one of the main attractions. The air show is expected to draw large crowds to Jacksonville Beach, with various aerial performances planned, including acts by Adam Baker, the Radial Rumble, and the Titan Aerobatic Team.
The Blue Angels, renowned for their thrilling aerial displays, were not initially scheduled to perform in Jacksonville Beach in 2025. However, a last-minute cancellation of a show in Lake Charles, Louisiana, has opened the door for their return to the city. Their historical connection to Jacksonville goes back to April 1946 when they originated at NAS Jacksonville. The squadron’s first air show took place at Craig Field at NAS Jacksonville on June 15, 1946.
The City Council of Jacksonville has approved $200,000 in funding for the air show. This financial support will cover a range of costs, including performer payments, shuttle services, crowd control, and advertising, ensuring a smooth-running event for attendees. The aim of the Sea & Sky Air Show is to provide families and visitors with an unforgettable experience that showcases skill and teamwork in aerial performances.
Current Blue Angels pilots are capable of flying at speeds of up to 700 miles per hour and can slow down to as low as 120 miles per hour, showcasing their exceptional flying skills. The squadron is also scheduled to perform at NAS Jacksonville on October 17-18, 2026, continuing their tradition of thrilling aerial shows.
The Jacksonville Sea & Sky Air Show is a free event that promises to attract numerous visitors, which in turn may boost local businesses and tourism. As the event date approaches, the city plans to share additional information about activities, parking options, shuttle services, and expected road closures to ensure an organized experience for all attendees.
Residents of Jacksonville can enter to win tickets to the event through a contest that will run from October 1, 2025, to October 24, 2025, adding an extra layer of excitement in anticipation of the air show. Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan has expressed gratitude for the Blue Angels’ involvement, recognizing them as ambassadors of goodwill.
Overall, the Jacksonville Sea & Sky Air Show is shaping up to be a significant event in the city’s calendar, anticipated to bring together families, aviation enthusiasts, and visitors from across the region for a weekend of spectacular aerial performances.
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Additional Resources
- WOKV: Sea & Sky Air Show is Back
- Jacksonville.com: Blue Angels 2026 Schedule
- Action News Jax: Blue Angels to Return
- Jacksonville.com: Blue Angels 2025 Schedule
- First Coast News: Blue Angels Back
- Wikipedia: Blue Angels
- Google Search: Jacksonville Sea Sky Air Show
- Google Scholar: Sea Sky Air Show
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Air Shows
- Google News: Jacksonville Air Show
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