Chicago Air and Water Show Schedule, lineups, timings: What to watch this year. Full list of key events
began on Saturday as spectators are being dazzled the lakefront this weekend, with thrilling performances across the skies prominently centered at North Avenue Beach. The 66th annual Chicago
Air and Water Show
is showcasing breathtaking views and adrenaline-pumping action from Saturday, August 16, and Sunday, August 17. There was a full rehearsal flyover slated for Friday, August 15.
This free event—Chicago's largest and oldest air-and-water extravaganza—draws over a million spectators each year, making it a hallmark of summer, aviation, and civic pride. It's a thrilling blend of precision flying, patriotic tribute, historical aircraft, and public engagement—all staged against Chicago's stunning lakefront backdrop.
Chicago Air and Water Show Schedule
Dates: Saturday, August 16 and Sunday, August 17.
Times: 10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. each.
Live Events
Location: Lakefront spanning Fullerton Avenue to Oak Street, with North Avenue Beach designated as the focal viewing area.
Chicago Air and Water Show Lineups
U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds – Known for jaw-dropping high-G formations in their F‑16 jets.
U.S. Army Parachute Team — Golden Knights – Elite skydivers delivering precision landings, often with smoke or the American flag.
U.S. Air Force C‑17 Demo (15th Airlift Squadron)
Illinois Air National Guard KC‑135 (126th Air Refueling Wing)
Maryland Air National Guard A‑10s (104th Fighter Squadron)
U.S. Coast Guard Search & Rescue Demo
U.S. Marine Corps MV‑22 Osprey Demo (Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365).
Chicago Police Department helicopters, Chicago Fire Department air/sea rescue teams, Marine Corps Air Station New River, Indiana Air National Guard (122nd Fighter Wing), U.S. Air Force Reserve (434th Air Refueling Wing) are participating in
Chicago Air and Water Show 2025
. This year also commemorates the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army and Marine Corps, adding historic weight to the performances.
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A1. Chicago air and water show 2025 is on Saturday, August 16 and Sunday, August 17.
Q2. What is the location of Chicago air and water show 2025?
A2. The location of Chicago air and water show 2025 is Lakefront spanning Fullerton Avenue to Oak Street, with North Avenue Beach designated as the focal viewing area.
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