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Eastbourne International Airshow

Name: Eastbourne International Airshow
Start: 2026-08-13T11:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-08-16T19:00:00+01:00
Location: Eastbourne

August 13 - 16, 2026

Dates August 13 - 16, 2026

Location Eastbourne

One of Europe's biggest free seafront airshows, Eastbourne International Airshow attracts huge crowds along the 2 mile flying display line on Eastbourne seafront.

Featuring four days of flying displays, military exhibitions, ground attractions, children's entertainment, fireworks, tribute shows and more, marvel at the fast jets, historic warbirds and precision aerobatic teams, as they perform across Eastbourne's stunning seafront.

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August 13, 2026 → August 16, 2026 6266 km from Columbus

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Frequently Asked Questions

The event takes place from August 13, 2026, to August 16, 2026. The Western Lawns site is open from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM each day.

The event takes place in Eastbourne, UK, along the 2-mile flying display line on the Eastbourne seafront, with the main site located at Howard Square / Western Lawns.

It is an award-winning free airshow. However, paid options are available for reserved grandstand seating (Bandstand Seating) and VIP hospitality.

Yes, plenty of overflow parking is available, notably at Five Acres.

Due to rail disruptions, travelling by car is recommended. Train services are available from Hastings, and from London to Eastbourne via Hastings. Replacement bus services operate between Polegate and Eastbourne.

Confirmed aircraft and teams include the Navy Wings Wasp, Stampe Formation Team, Aerosuperbatics Wingwalkers, MiG-17, P-51 Mustang 'Marinell', and the Conair Turbo Firecat.

Yes, food and shopping areas are available at the event site.

Following a severe alert issued by the UK Government, the Sunday evening fireworks have been cancelled.