Tomorrow, Wednesday, June 24th, at 12:00 PM PT, marks the stratospheric launch of deep discount 2026 California Capital Airshow tickets!

You will receive an email at Noon tomorrow (6/24 – 12 PM Pacific Time) with your exclusive access link to deep discount 2026 Airshow tickets.

2026 Airshow to Sell Out!

In 2025, General Admission tickets SOLD OUT before Airshow weekend. There are a limited quantity of discounted tickets. As each discount ticket block sells out, ticket prices increase.

We received the following and numerous similar notes regarding Airshow tickets:

“I screen-shotted the announcement… but I didn’t set an alarm. When the weekend came upon us… sadly it was too late. The tickets that were available just a couple of weeks ago were all gone.”

Seriously, the last thing we want you to experience is the above sentiment. Please set an alarm or calendar event for Noon tomorrow, June 24th, and buy at launch.

Your Launch Questions and Answers

Below are updated answers based on all the calls and emails to the office.

What time does the Airshow start on October 10 & 11?

We’re bringing back the Night Show in 2026. Because this is a fall show, it’s not only cooler weather, but sunset is also earlier. That means you get the best of all worlds: day, breathtaking twilight, and a jaw-dropping night show! Parking gates open at 12 PM (Noon) each day, flying begins at 4 PM, the sun sets at 6:20 PM, and the Night Show concludes at 8:00 PM.

IMPORTANT: PLEASE SET insider@californiacapitalairshow.com as a TRUSTED EMAIL ADDRESS! If you haven’t already, make sure to add insider@californiacapitalairshow.com to your trusted email list so you don’t miss the deep-discount launch email and important customer updates.

WHEN do Discount Tickets Go On Sale?

Insider ONLY discounted tickets go on sale Wednesday, June 24th at 12:00 PM (Noon) Pacific Time – ONLINE ONLY! As an AIR SHOW INSIDER®, you will receive a special email on June 24th at Noon, with your special discount ticket launch link.

What are the 2026 California Capital Airshow Ticket Prices?

As we’ve previously done, ticket pricing and full ticket package details for 2026 airshow tickets will be released on launch day, Wednesday, June 24th. And remember, with our new transparent pricing, the price you see is the price you pay. No hidden fees at checkout!

2026 Airshow Ticket Types:

Our goal is to provide you with the ultimate air show experience possible at a range of price points. Ticket types include everything from an affordable day of aviation thrills for the whole family to an ultra-premium airshow experience. There’s something for everyone, including families!

Below is a brief overview of 2026 ticket types. We’ve carefully analyzed and tweaked our ticketing options. In 2026, we’re also going with new aviation-related names. You can expect full ticket details and pricing on Wednesday, June 24th at Noon Pacific Time.

• General Admission: Free parking and admission for one Adult and up to six FREE Children (ages 15 and under). Good for one day only. You select which day works best for you during purchase.

• First Class: An ultra-premium / elite Airshow experience. We’ve taken the best parts of Capital Club tickets and raised the bar on food, drinks, and comfort. Includes VIP parking, VIP restrooms, pilot meet and greet, plus other stunning First Class ONLY surprises. Limited to 250 tickets per day. This experience is the closest premium chalet to show center.

• Business Class (previously Capital Club): VIP parking, VIP restrooms, complimentary beer, wine, signature cocktails, water and soda, complimentary snacks, buffet dinner and desserts, shaded tent to beat the heat, and oversized front yard with a great view of the show. Business Class tickets are good for one day only. Youth age 3 and older will need to purchase a ticket.

• Premium Cabin (previously Flight Line Club): Free parking, complimentary water, lemonade and iced tea, buffet dinner, shaded tent to beat the heat, and oversized front yard with a great view of the show. Good for one day only. Youth age 3 and older will need to purchase a ticket.

• Main Cabin (previously Mather Club): Free parking, shaded tent to beat the heat, and oversized front yard with a great view of the show. Good for one day only. Youth age 3 and older will need to purchase a ticket.

Very Limited Discount Ticket Quantities & Time

Once ticket purchases exceed a certain threshold, or after the ticket launch ends on Tuesday, June 30th, prices will increase. Again, deep ticket discounts are limited by time and quantity. So please don’t miss your chance to SAVE BIG!

SATURDAY & SUNDAY TICKETS (Reduced Numbers for 2026):

• General Admission – Only 2500 tickets available (Saturday / Sunday) at up to HALF OFF Airshow Admission
• First Class – Only 30 tickets available at a discounted rate.
• Business Class – Only 100 tickets available at up to HALF OFF Airshow Admission
• Premium Cabin – Only 100 tickets available at up to HALF OFF Airshow Admission
• Main Cabin – Only 275 tickets available at up to HALF OFF Airshow Admission

Please note: This means that once the launch purchase quantity limits above are reached, tickets will move to the next price level.

If You Have Any Ticket Purchase Issues After Launch

If you have any issues with your ticket purchase AFTER Noon on June 24th, please contact our ticket service provider, EventSprout, or click the support link in your purchase confirmation email.

We need to emphasize that EventSprout can only help you AFTER tickets launch at Noon on June 24th. EventSprout customer service representatives are great at helping our Airshow customers.

Thank you for reading the most common ticket launch questions and answers. Please let us know if you have any questions.

Until tomorrow,

“Az”

Your California Capital Air Show Insider

2026 California Capital Airshow

Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday with the

United States Air Force Thunderbirds
and the
Royal Canadian Air Force Snowbirds!
October 10-11, 2026

Sacramento Mather Airport – KMHR

Presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova

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