Get Ready For Sky-High Excitement At The Best Air Show In Southern California
By Natasha Kayes|Published August 16, 2023
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I was born and raised in sunny Southern California and will never tire of the West Coast, although I spent several years living in Southeast Asia, about as far from California as you can get. Wherever I am in the world, I love straying from the beaten path, experiencing local life, and discovering hidden gems - camera in hand. The beach is my happy place and when I am not there (or writing), you will usually find me baking, watching movies, and cuddling my pugs. I have traveled around the country and around the world, and it never, ever gets old. Being able to combine my passion for travel and my love of writing is nothing short of a dream.
We have featured quite a few summer events and festivals here in Southern California, but one event this month soars above them all – literally. If you love planes, classic cars, science and technology, and/or adrenaline-inducing performances, this air show in Camarillo, CA, should absolutely be on your calendar.
Wings Over Camarillo is an exciting annual air show that takes place at the Camarillo Airport in Ventura County. This year is the 42nd annual air show and takes place on Saturday, August 19 and Sunday, August 20, 2023. Gates open to visitors at 9 a.m. and close at 5 p.m.
The Central Coast’s premier air show brings together families, plane and car enthusiasts, airshow fans, veterans, and more for a weekend of high-octane entertainment and activities. From historic planes to military aircraft, guests will be awed by high-flying performances and acrobatics.
The theme of the 2023 air show is “Honoring Our Korean War Veterans.” Visitors will enjoy a Korean War Remembrance Flight performance featuring the A-26, Corsair I, Mig-17, and F-86 planes.
On the ground, there will be hundreds of aircraft to view, explore, and learn about. Real pilots will be on hand to chat with visitors, and the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) Pavilion will provide hands-on learning.
In addition to exciting aircraft flights, people of every age will get a thrill from parachute teams jumping in formation (you can meet them on the ground, too!)
Wings Over Camarillo is more than just an air show! For one, it is also a classic car show. The Grand Marshall of this year’s Classic Car Parade is the legendary Elmer “Royce” Williams.
This is another unforgettable weekend adventure everyone should experience at least once. Have you ever attended this air show in Camarillo? We would love to hear about your experience! Find the show schedule, tickets, and more on the Wings Over Camarillo website. Camarillo is perfect for air shows because of its sunny weather, clear skies, and pretty landscapes, not to mention great food – the same things that make it ideal for a weekend stay. Why not book a comfy room and explore this friendly city before and after the show?
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