Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT’S NEW THIS YEAR AT THE NLR AIRSHOW?
We heard your feedback and suggestions from 2024 and we are working to make this show even better. Here’s what’s new for 2026:
Bigger and better Night Show experience!
More ticket options to fit your needs.
Dedicated food tent to enjoy your meal at a table.
More food vendors for shorter lines so you can get back to the action quicker.
Water bottle filling stations provided by Central Arkansas Water.
Better lighting across the airfield for the night show, including the Kids Zone.
Redesigned VIP Tent layout for maximum visibility.
Redesigned Reserved Seating area for maximum visibility.
Porta Potties moved to centralized locations across the airport.
We would appreciate your feedback and suggestions. If you have any more ideas, please let us know here.
The official airshow performer schedule will be published soon!
Saturday Night October 3rd
Gates Open: 3PM
Airshow Starts: 5PM
Last car entry into parking: ~7:45PM
Airshow Ends: ~8:30PM
Sunday Day October 4th
Gates Open: 11:30AM
Airshow Starts: 1:30PM
Last car entry into parking: ~3:45PM
Airshow Ends: ~4:30PM
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The North Little Rock Airshow will be a 2-day show, which will be held at the North Little Rock Regional Airport. The evening show will be on Saturday, October 03, 2026 with gates opening at 3:00pm and closing one hour after the final act and the day show on Sunday, October 04, 2026 with gates opening at 11:30am and closing one hour after the final act.
Times are subject to change. Please check the website closer to the show for updates.
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Yes we have general admission single day and weekend tickets as well as VIP tickets.
You can purchase tickets here.
PLEASE NOTE: ALL TICKETS WILL BE SCANNED UPON ENTRANCE. To keep lines moving at a fast pace, please have the ticket pulled up on your phone or a printed ticket ready for scanning upon arrival. We recommend adding the tickets to your apple/google wallet or taking a screenshot of the tickets ahead of time, as internet availability at the show cannot be guaranteed.
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Yes - cash and credit cards are accepted; however, prices will increase at the gate.
Children 12 and under are free.
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Attractions including the kids zone, car show, and static displays are FREE to all ticket holders.
For optional additional entertainment experiences, North Little Rock Airshow is excited to host Precision Exotics again and their Precision Extreme Drive at an additional ticketed purchase. Please note: Additional attractions announced in the future could also include a cost.
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We have partnered with Attendstar to handle ticket purchases. You may contact the dedicated North Little Rock Airshow Event Help / Information at tickets@attendstar.com.
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PARKING IS FREE and on the airport and included with the General Admission Ticket. Airshow attendees will use the East entrance off of Maryland Ave. There will be plenty of parking attendants to direct you once you enter. More information on parking, including a map, will be coming soon.
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There will be a very limited shuttle service from the Airshow parking lot. Please let your parking attendant know you require a shuttle and you will be picked up on the next available shuttle.
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Yes. Please display your state authorized handicap placard at the entrance gate. Signage and parking attendants will direct you to the designated handicap parking area.
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Large coolers (such as those with wheels) and large bags/backpacks are NOT ALLOWED.
Backpacks or smaller bags ARE ALLOWED.
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Yes, small strollers and wagons are allowed.
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Don’t feel like lugging your chairs around - get up close and personal with RESERVED SEATING near show center!
But yes, chairs, blankets and small umbrellas are allowed, though please be mindful to not obstruct the view of those around you.
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Yes. A variety of food and drinks (including alcohol-beer only) will be available for purchase at the airshow and provided by local participating food and beverage vendors.
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Most of the vendors will accept major credit cards, but there will also be ATMs on-site.
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Yes, outside food and beverages are allowed (excluding alcohol). Absolutely no glass bottles are allowed on the ramp. If you have a food concern, we recommend that you bring your own food and water.
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Outside alcoholic beverages cannot be brought on airport grounds and will be confiscated if found.
There will be vendors on-site selling beer.
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We have a list of acts, to date, on the website, but not a schedule. Since specific schedules are finalized much closer to the event due to various conditions. Please look for a general schedule to appear on the airshow website and social media the week prior to the event.
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No. Pets are not allowed, with the exception of service animals. Service animals must be leashed at all times. Please remember to bring adequate water and shade for your service animals.
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Yes, cameras and video recorders are permitted. DRONES ARE PROHIBITED.
Please feel free to send any pictures after the show to airshownlr@gmail.com and be recognized for your work on our website and social media!
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Ear protection is not required, but is recommended, especially for children or for those with hearing sensitivity because of the noise of the aerial performance teams.
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In the event of rain some flying demonstrations may be delayed or canceled. However, unless the weather poses a serious threat to the safety of visitors and participants the show will proceed as scheduled with some modifications. In the event of an Airshow cancellation, announcements will be posted on the Airshow website and social media accounts.
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