The North Little Rock Airshow is set to light up the skies over Arkansas during a weekend packed with thrills, scheduled for October 3 and 4, 2026, at the North Little Rock Regional Airport. Billed as the largest family-friendly gathering in central Arkansas, this must-see event features two distinct show formats to delight aviation enthusiasts and the general public alike.
On Saturday, October 3, the event will feature the only nighttime air show in central Arkansas. Spectators will be treated to spectacular performances, including airplanes launching fireworks, a Tesla Cybertruck light show, and a jet-powered car spewing flames to light up the night sky. Gates will open at 3:00 p.m., with the show starting at 5:00 p.m.; the last entry for vehicles is scheduled for around 7:30 p.m., and the show is set to end around 8:30 p.m.
On Sunday, October 4, the spotlight shifts to the daytime show, featuring high-energy flights by renowned pilots pushing their aircraft to the limit. On this day, gates will open at 11:30 a.m., the air show will begin at 1:30 p.m., the last entry for cars will be around 5:00 p.m., and the event will conclude around 5:30 p.m.
In addition to the daytime and nighttime aerial demonstrations, the venue will host a variety of ground activities for the whole family. Visitors will be able to enjoy a car show, static aircraft displays, a children’s area, and a wide range of on-site dining options.
Frequently Asked Questions
The event takes place on October 3-4, 2026. The night show is on Saturday, October 3, and the day show is on Sunday, October 4.
The airshow is held at the North Little Rock Regional Airport, located at Remount Road, Tanglewood, North Little Rock, Hill Township, Pulaski County, Arkansas, 72118, USA.
On Saturday, October 3, gates open at 3 pm, last car entry is around 7:30 pm, the airshow starts at 5 pm, and ends around 8:30 pm.
On Sunday, October 4, gates open at 11:30 am, last car entry is around 5:00 pm, the airshow starts at 1:30 pm, and ends around 5:30 pm.
The Saturday night show features the only night airshow in Central Arkansas with airplanes shooting fireworks, a Tesla cyber truck light show, and a flame-lit Jet Car.
The Sunday day show features high-energy flying from award-winning performers who push themselves and their planes to the max.
Both days feature a car show, static aircraft displays, a kids zone, and food options.
