We’re counting down to SUN ’n FUN 2026, and this year we’re going Red, White & Blue at 52! 🇺🇸 Here's your weekly update filled with news, highlights, and sneak peeks of what’s in store at everyone’s favorite Aviation Expo and Airshow! | | | |
CARGO SIZE NEWS!
The C-17 East Coast Demo Team will be joining to celebrate
the Red, White & Blue at 52!
| | GET EARLY BIRD PRICING WHEN YOU BUY TICKETS AND PARKING ONLINE NOW THROUGH MARCH 1! | | There’s never been a better time to experience SUN ’n FUN! As we celebrate 250 years of America, we’re bringing more food, family fun, and convenience than ever before. From new dining options and family zones to express shuttles and a cashless experience—here’s what’s new for 2026! | | |
Step into The Swamp, our brand-new food and entertainment hub outside of Hangar E in the RV/Tent Campground with plenty of picnic seating for the whole family.
- Grab a bite from local vendors like Lovebirds Almost Famous Chicken and Parlor Doughnuts.
- Get a cup of coffee from Legendary Aviation Coffee.
- Enjoy live music every night from 8-10 PM.
- Beer and wine available.
The Swamp will be open from 8 AM to 10 PM daily. More info coming soon!
| THE SWAMP IS SPONSORED BY: | | CHICK-FIL-A JOINS THE FUN! | | | | We’re thrilled to welcome Chick-fil-A, brought to you by the Bartow franchise led by Justin and his team! Find the Chick-fil-A trailer in the Future ’n Flight Plaza, serving fan favorites all week from 9 AM TO 5 PM...except Sunday of course! | | MORE AVIATI0N CAREER RESOURCES | | | | NEW AT FUTURE 'N FLIGHT PLAZA - The Flight Path & Education Center will offer opportunities to connect with a wide range of flight schools, airports, institutions, and industry partners dedicated to advancing education, training, safety, and innovative aviation technology. | |
EXHIBITORS AT THE FLIGHT PATH EDUCATION CENTER:
Aviator Ops Ally
AviNation
Bartow Executive Airport & Bartow Flying Service
Cru Social Inc
Fredrickson Aviation
Lite Enterprises Inc.
MagDROP
Mitutoyo America Corporation
One Hit Entertainment
Professional Asian Pilots Association
University of Nebraska at Kearney Aviation Program
| | LAKELAND SHUTTLE AVAILABLE | | Exploring Lakeland just got easier with the SUN 'n FUN Express! Enjoy shopping, dining and convenient hotel stops at Lakeside Village and Downtown Lakeland, thanks to our partnership with Citrus Connection. | | Enjoy FREE shuttle services and expanded routes every 25 min. between key areas below in Lakeland and the SUN 'n FUN Expo Campus during the 6 day event. | |
- MORNING SERVICE HOURS: TUESDAY- SUNDAY 8 AM to 11 AM
- EVENING SERVICE HOURS: TUESDAY- FRIDAY 3 PM to 11 PM
- EVENING SERVICE HOURS: SATURDAY - SUNDAY 3 PM to 5 PM
| | New this year: SUN ’n FUN will be cashless campus-wide at ticket entrances, food vendor locations, etc. (except the Corn Roast, Parts Exchange and select Exhibitors). Make purchases quickly and securely using your preferred digital or card payment. | | GET EARLY BIRD PRICING WHEN YOU BUY TICKETS AND PARKING ONLINE NOW THROUGH MARCH 1! | | |
The Jack Aces Formation Aerobatic Team, and also SUN 'n FUN's 2026 Poster Children, brings an unforgettable performance to the SNF Airshow, thrilling the crowd with tight three-ship formation flying and classic World War II warbirds. At the heart of the team are three talented pilots — Louis Horschel, who leads the formation and flies the Mustang Mad Max as well as serving with the Navy Legacy Flight program; Ariel Luedi, a seasoned aerobatic competitor from Switzerland flying the Mustang Little Witch; and Marco Rusconi, the team’s newest member flying Cheryl Lynn after a distinguished career that included time with the Canadian Snowbirds demonstration squadron. Together they make the iconic P-51 Mustangs the stars of the show, a favorite among airshow fans for their powerful Merlin engines, graceful lines, and rich history as one of the most beloved fighters of WWII. See them at SUN 'n FUN!
| Daily Airshow sponsored by: | | Advanced AeroTechnologies Group offers maintenance and avionics solutions, with over 20 years of service, at our locations in Florida, Colorado, and South Dakota. Although we have experience with various avionics manufacturers, we're a Garmin Platinum Dealer, so we're intimately familiar with Garmin equipment, installs, and compatibility to bring your dream panel to life. Whether you need an annual inspection, IFR certification, or other maintenance and avionics support, we hope you'll trust our team to set you and your plane up for success. If you've been considering (or dreaming about) a larger panel upgrade, enter our upcoming raffle, exclusively at Sun N Fun 2026, and be entered to win a $1 labor install cost with the purchase of either a single 10.6" G3X, single 10.6" G500TXi, or dual GI275s. | VISIT THEM AT SUN 'N FUN 2026 - BOOTH D-002, N-007, N-008 | | | | |
Sign up today to receive your official Ambassador materials and help us spread the word about the 2026 SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo. When you register, you’ll be able to select the types and quantities of marketing materials you’d like to distribute to local spots visited by aviation enthusiasts, pilots, and mechanics in your area.
Ambassador packages will be shipping soon—thank you for helping us make this year’s event a success!
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Share Your Mission!
Once your materials arrive and you start making deliveries, snap a few photos of the posters in place—bonus points if you include yourself or the business owner! Send your photos to ambassador@flysnf.org, along with the location details (town, FBO, and/or airport designation), and we’ll feature your efforts on SUN 'n FUN’s social media channels.
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