Experience heart-pumping aerial action over Surfers Paradise at the Pacific Airshow Gold Coast this August 2026. Perfect for local Brisbane and Gold Coast families, this world-class beachside event features over four hours of thrilling aerobatics from top civilian and military aviators, live entertainment, and non-stop fun on the sand for kids and parents.
Pacific Airshow® Gold Coast 2026
Following a sell-out event in 2024, and sadly not able to go ahead in 2025, the Pacific Airshow® Gold Coast is back at the spectacular beachside destination of Surfers Paradise, running 14 to 16 August 2026!
If you like planes, love planes, or haven’t really taken much notice, this is an event for you. Why? Because this is not your typical airshow. Pacific Airshow® is an exhilarating experience in the skies and a whole heap of fun on the sand.
With hours of aerial action each day, you’ll see some of the best civilian and military aviators on the planet take to the skies. The line-up features the RAAF F-35 Lightning, the RAAF Roulettes, the USMC MV-22 Osprey Demo, Gravity Industries Jet Suits, the ADF Red Berets Parachute Display Team, Matt Hall Racing, and dozens more world-class performers.
But the fun doesn’t stop when you look down. On the ground, catch the Bluey & Bingo Live Interactive Experience, meet roaming baby dinosaurs courtesy of Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, watch Flair Action Sports’ motorcycle freestyle and BMX riders, get hands-on at the new NXTGN STEM Lab, and let the kids loose in the Kids Zone with crafts, games, face painting and more. There are also skateboard demos, performer meet and greets, beach bars, food vendors and plenty of giveaways throughout the weekend.
Featuring world-class aerobatic performances, live beachside entertainment, and VIP experiences that make you feel like royalty, this event is truly one-of-a-kind.
Plan your visit
When: Friday 14th – Sunday 16th August 2026
Where: Surfers Paradise
Cost: Spectators are welcome to view from outside of the event precinct free of charge however, for the best viewing experience and to see the performers lower, louder and up close at Show Centre, grab your tickets from www.pacificairshow.com
More information: Pacific Airshow® Gold Coast
