If You Haven't Attended This Awesome Annual Event In Cleveland, You've Been Missing Out
By Nikki Rhoades|Published August 29, 2018
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Nikki Rhoades
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Nikki is a lifelong Ohioan with a love for literature. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Akron and has enjoyed publishing her written work since 2007. She has a love of travel and does so frequently, though she believes that home is where the heart is — she continues to work in and around Cleveland as a digital content specialist to this day, working on everything from commercial scripts and social media posts to grassroots marketing initiatives.
Labor Day weekend has arrived once again, bringing with it a slew of festivities in Cleveland. There’s one activity that takes place throughout the first few days of September that’s too big to miss, and it has locals gluing their eyes to the sky. Grab your binoculars and pack a picnic, because we’re about to head up to the shore of Lake Erie for a day of fun in the sun.
Get ready for the biggest event of the summer, because it's nearly here again.
Each year, Labor Day weekend has Cleveland abuzz with nonstop activity. What is it that locals love so much about this holiday? To answer that, you must look to the skies.
On September 1 through 3, Burke Lakefront Airport will take your imagination closer to the heavens than ever before.
From roughly 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., the airport and the surrounding skies will be full of festivity in the form of demonstrations that will boggle your mind.
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The event is so big that locals can see airborne performances from all over the city, but the true fun takes place on site.
While the aerobatic teaser shouldn't be missed, you'll also want to take part in the Civic Welcome Ceremony and get up close and personal with aircraft throughout on-the-ground awesomeness at the USAF Performance Lab and Dronewerx display.
Saturday will bring the first annual performance from the Shockwave Jet Truck.
The explosive fun doesn't stop there! You'll also see fly-bys, aerobatic performances, and the U.S. Air Force A-10 Warthog Fly-By silhouetted against a wall of fire.
For a tentative schedule of events, click here. There are also daily activities to enjoy on the ground, so your entire visit will be full of adventure.
General admission to the event is $23 for adults and $14 for kids if purchased in advance, though they can be purchased at the gate for an extra $2.
Like Cleveland summers, Labor Day weekend comes and goes in the blink of an eye. Don’t let this year get away from you! Be sure to plan a visit. Have you attended this annual event? Drop some of your favorite photos in the comments below!
