Aviation Events Calendar
Plan your next aviation adventure – fly-ins, festivals, 5-K runway runs, and much more – by browsing this events calendar. You can use the “Search” feature to find events by topic, location, date, and more.
If you have an aviation related event you would like to have added to the calendar, please use the Virginia Aviation Calendar Events Form to submit your request.
Calendar Events for 2026
Flying Circus Air Show Date: May 10 – Oct. 25 Time: Gates open at 11 AM Location: Flying Circus Aerodrome, Bealeton, VA Description: For more info, visit https://www.flyingcircusairshow.com/index.htm | May 10 - OCT 25 |
WASP Pancake Breakfast Fly-In & Drive-In Date: 2nd Saturday of each month through November Time: 8 AM – 11 AM Location: Waltrip Williamsburg Executive Airport (JGG) Description: Open to the public, this pancake breakfast is to raise money towards the Williamsburg Aviation Scholarship Program to help high school aviators earn their private pilot certificate and launch their aviation careers. | OCT -NOV |
Culpeper Air Fest Date: October 10, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Location: Culpeper Regional Airport (CJR) Description: For more info, visit https://www.culpeperairfest.com/ | 10 OCT |
FCI: Open House & Movie Night Date: October 17, 2026 Time: 5:30 – 7:30 Location: Richmond Executive-Chesterfield County Airport (FCI) Description: The annual Richmond Executive Airport Open House allows families of all ages to see aircraft up close, engage in educational activities and resources, and watch a family-friendly movie. For more info, visit FCI Movie Night 2026.pdf | 17 OCT |
EAA Chapter 1621: Fly-In Pancake Breakfast Date: October 17, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Location: Falwell Airport (W24) Description: Description: EAA Chapter 1621 is hosting a Fly-In Pancake Breakfast. Coffee at 8:30 AM and breakfast from 9 AM – 11AM. See Flyer for Details | 17 OCT |
The Great Pumpkin Drop at the Scare-Port Date: October 24, 2026 Time: 8 AM - 2 PM Location: Front Royal-Warren County Airport (FRR) Description: Get ready for a high‑energy day on the ramp with aircraft displays, a pancake breakfast, kids’ activities, food trucks, and a costumed parade that brings the whole event to life. Pilots can join the WING-accredited safety seminar hosted by AOPA and the thrilling Pumpkin Drop, while families enjoy raffles, face painting, trunk‑or‑treating, and more. It’s a fun‑packed aviation celebration from morning arrival to the final drop at 2pm! | 24 OCT |
Veteran's Appreciation Day at LUA Date: November 14, 2026 Time: 11 AM - 2 PM Location: Luray Caverns Airport (LUA) Description: Fly-in or Drive-in to KLUA for lunch in appreciation and support of our military vets. Meals (while supplies last) will be donated by the Luray Caverns Corporation and the Luray Caverns Airport Staff & Pilots. | 14 NOV |
Planes, Trains and Santa 2026 Date: November 27 – 29, 2026 Time: 9 AM – 5 PM Location: Military Aviation Museum, Virginia Beach Description: Where holiday magic meets the thrill of aviation – creating family memories that will last a lifetime. Set against the backdrop of historical aircraft, this three-day family festival creates an amazing experience. The event also features intricate model train displays. | 27-29 NOV |