The annual Canadian International Air Show returns to Toronto this weekend for its 75th year, marking the final days of the CNE and end of August.
This year, North America’s longest running air show is expected to be bigger than ever, and will be taking place daily from Saturday August 31 through Labour Day Monday September 2.
Over a dozen pilots will take to the skies this weekend in a jam packed line-up featuring the Royal Air Forces Red Arrows, Canadian Forces Snowbirds and the United States Air Forces F-22 Raptor.
Other feature events this year include Hamilton’s own Trevor Rafferty performing in his homebuilt highly modified Pitts 12, a P-51 Mustang “Bald Eagle” operated by Jim Beasley Jr., and showcase of a HARVARD MK II.
You can check out the full list of this year’s performers on their website here!
For prime viewing of the air show, you can snag General Admission tickets off their website for the Exclusive Air Show Zone at Marilyn Bell Park. Priced at $80, your ticket will also get you access to the Kids zone, same day admission to the CNE, a live airshow announcer feed sound system, concessions, exclusive aviation exhibits, and meet and greet opportunities with performers and special guests.
If you want to elevate your experience (quite literally), Hotel X Toronto is offering their exclusive Sky Lounge Experience, where you can get unobstructed views of the show from their VIP Viewing Deck at the High Park Terrace.
They have several package options available, all complete with music, delicious bites, and ice-cold refreshments. You can also upgrade to their VIP experience, which includes lunch, drink tickets, premium seating, and a grazing station. Tickets start at $144 and up.
Not interested in purchasing a ticket but still want to see the show? You’ll be able to spot it for free throughout the city, with parks by the water like Coronation Park another prime option.
The air show takes place daily all weekend long starting at noon until 3:40 p.m.