The Skies will Come Alive over Battle Creek, Michigan July 2nd-6th, 2025. Let your family vacation, or staycation, soar to new heights at Battle Creek Executive Airport as you watch "America's Air Show" , see "Colors in the Sky", experience delicious food and so much more! Tickets will be ON SALE SOON and we wanted to launch this event page to get the word out! (Advance Ticket Purchase is recommended, but not required. Parking is cash only the day of the event). Please help us out and vote for us daily to be the best as well please:
https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/battle-creek-field-of-flight-battle-creek-michigan/
The Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show & Balloon Festival is North America's LARGEST Combined Air Show & Balloon Festival. The event is the largest and longest running annual 4th of July Air Show, hence the term "America's Air Show", and has been continually voted and ranked as one of the BEST AIR SHOWS in North America in multiple polls, including USA Today's 10Best for more than six years (again, please vote daily through the end of the month:
https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/battle-creek-field-of-flight-battle-creek-michigan/)
There is fun for the whole family at Michigan's LARGEST, Best, and Favorite Air Show/Aerial Activity. Make sure you check
https://fieldofflight.com/wp-content/uploads/Most-recent-2025-Tentative-Schedule-copy-2.pdf for our Schedule of Events to help you plan but check out our highlights below!
**NOTE: All events are weather permitting. Due to the non-profit nature of our event - No rain checks or refunds. In addition, aircraft/attraction appearances are subject to change due to many reasons beyond our control including operational need, maintenance, weather (at the show site or en route) and more. Lots can factor in. We thank you for your understanding. Advance tickets are good for a single day ONLY, however, there is a way that you can exchange for a different day online when tickets are launched!
Also, please make sure you are following our main page. This is where we will be posting OFFICIAL updates during the event. We are creating this Event Page so folks can share and such. Please follow us over there for the latest updates.
2025 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
-America's Air Show - The Nation's LARGEST 4th of July Aerial Extravaganza. we'll have THREE FULL DAYS (July 4th, 5th, and 6th) plus a bonus afternoon of civilian air show action that will lead to something truly awesome! (July 3rd)! Get ready to FEEL THE THUNDER as the United States Air Force Thunderbirds take to the West Michigan skies! That's not all though, the US Military is showing up big time with the United States Army Golden Knights, US Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet RHINO Demo Team (VFA-106), and US Air Force F-35A Lightning II Demo Team. We'll also have some amazing warbirds here including the Jack Aces P-51 Mustang Formation Team and a 2/3 Scale P-38 Lightning. We also have the BEST Civilian Pilots in the industry performing...and who can forget that we'll LIGHT UP THE AIRFIELD with some amazing pyrotechnical explosions including....THE WALL OF FIRE! Just check out what our Air Show will feature this year:
**Note: All Acts are presently scheduled to appear July 4th, 5th & 6th during our day shows. No military acts will perform July 3rd as it is a military down day.
-United States Air Force Thunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron (SIX F-16 Fighting Falcons) **ONLY MICHIGAN APPEARANCE IN 2025**
-United States Army Golden Knights Parachute Team (plus an Army C-146 Aircraft) **ONLY MICHIGAN APPEARANCE IN 2025**
-United States Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet RHINO Demo Team (VFA-106) *ONLY MICHIGAN APPEARANCE IN 2025*
-United States Air Force F-35A Lightning II Demo Team **ONLY MICHIGAN APPEARANCE IN 2025**
-Jack Aces TF/P-51 Mustang 3-Ship Formation Team - Louis Horschel, Ariel Luedi, and former Canadian Snowbird Marco Rusconi. The TF/P-51s being flown are "Mad Max", "Little Witch" and N5444V
-Redline Airshows - Father & Son (Ken & Austin Rieder) Formation Aerobatics in Vans RV-8s
-NextGen Eagles - 2-Ship Biplane Christen Eagle Aerobatic Team featuring Leland Kracher & Tom Braymer
-Bob Carlton "Vertigo Airshows" in the Twin Jet Engine Foxjet Sailplane - A graceful aerial ballet in a sailplane coupled with a low, high-energy show with a jet engine powering the aircraft. You have to see it to believe it!
-Volar Aviation TTP38 - This is a 2/3 Scale Homebuilt P-38 Lightning Replica that has an amazing backstory. This is one of the talks of the aviation world that embodies the spirit of aviation! You won't want to miss this! This plane has only been seen a handul of times in public so you won't want to miss seeing it here in Battle Creek
-Rob Holland Aerosports - WORLD CHAMPION & Award Winning Aerobatics that will leave you amazed! (MXS-RH)
-Skip Stewart Airshows in the Pitts Muscle Biplane "Prometheus" - Hardcore aerobatics that will leave your jaw on the ground!
-Bill Stein in the Zivko Edge 540 - Award Winning Air Show Legend & Michigan Native performing amazing aerobatics in a plane that appears to change colors!
-Kyle Fowler GoEZ Aerobatics - Is that plane flying backwards? No, its not...but it sure looks like it. Kyle Fowler will take to the skies and perform graceful aerobatics in the LongEZ, a futuristic designed famous aircraft.
-Kyle Franklin's Flying Circus in the Super Cub Comedy Act - It takes a lot of skill to fly this horribly! Watch as he even drags his wingtip on the ground! PLUS, check out his "Deadstickish" act where he'll take the Super Cub to altitude and then shut off its engine in a show of energy management!
-Adam Baker Airshows in the JET360 Extra 330 - Amazing aerobatics flown in a precision performance in a specially designed Extra.
-RJ Gritter Airshows in the Bellanca Decathlon - Expert aerobatics flown in the most popular aerobatic trainer in history!
-Smoke-n-Thunder Jet Shows featuring Hayden Proffitt II in the "HOT STREAK II" '57 Chevy Jet Truck
-Pyro provided by FIREWALKERS INTERNATIONAL PYRO - Feel the Heat as numerous pyrotechnical explosions are produced including the WALL OF FIRE! You'll see strafe runs, mini-walls, double bombs and attention getters!
-Award Winning Air Show Announcer - Phil Dacy
Visit
https://fieldofflight.com/attractions/air-show/ for more information on the air show!
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One of the Nation's LARGEST Twilight & Night Air Shows will take place on July 5th. This is in addition to our day show so you'll get TWO air shows for the PRICE OF ONE!
As the sun begins to set, we'll take to the skies again for a beautiful "Twilight Air Show". Watch as some of the best pilots in the Nation perform aerobatics against the setting sun.
Once the sun is down, things really start to heat up with an event so amazing and magical that even Walt Disney himself would've been impressed...a NIGHT AIR SHOW WITH PYRO! Bob Seger said it best in his song "Night Moves" and this is truly an event you won't want to miss!
During our night air show, you'll see aircraft with special lights, aerial launched fireworks, wingtip pyro, sparks, smoke, and more! It is truly something that you won't want to miss. If you have never seen one before, now is the time to make those plans!
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HOT-AIR BALLOONS: We'll be having daily Hot-Air Balloon Launches (weather permitting). Morning Launches will take place throughout areas in Kalamazoo & Calhoun Counties. These may not necessarily involve the airport (event grounds will NOT be open for morning launches). Evening Launches will either be launches from the airfield or fly-ins. Morning Launches begin July 3rd while Evening Launches begin on July 2nd. Don't miss these sights as we fill the skies with colorful hot-air balloons in both competition and fiesta flights. We'll have over 40 hot-air balloons this year, making us Michigan's LARGEST Hot-Air Balloon Festival! For more information on the Hot-Air Balloons head to
https://fieldofflight.com/attractions/balloons/.
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SKERBECK ENTERTAINMENT GROUP CARNIVAL:
Kiddie Rides: CHECK
Mild Rides; CHECK
Wild Rides: CHECK
EXTREME THRILL RIDES: CHECK
This carnival has it all! Have some fun with the kiddos or sneak away and get your rides in on the ever-thrilling Supernova 360 or the TOP GUN ride! All-You-Can-Ride Wristbands are available online now for $30.00 but must be purchased by 12 NOON EDT on July 2nd! Online sales allow you to purchase with a credit or debit card. Online sales will also allow you to save, on average, $5-$10 depending on which days you come. On-Site sales will accept both cash and credit cards (ATMs also available on-site!)
IF YOU REALLY WANT TO UPGRADE...purchase a Mega Band. For $100, you get unlimited rides July 2nd through the 6th (TOP GUN will still take some additional tickets). These are limited to the first 200 sold...so make sure you purchase yours today before they all sell out. That's basically like getting a day for FREE!
You may purchase your tickets here:
https://skerbeck.com/sales/shop/category.aspx?catid=34
**Note: All Sales are FINAL and cutoff at NOON EDT on July 2nd. The Mega Band is an ONLINE OFFER ONLY! The TOP GUN ride, due to its limited capacity, will require additional tickets in addition to the Mega Band or a Daily Wristband**
The Carnival will open at the following times:
-Wednesday, July 2nd: Opens at 4 PM
-Thursday, July 3rd : Opens at 3 PM
-Friday, July 4th: Opens at 10:30 AM
-Saturday, July 5th: Opens at 10:30 AM
-Sunday, July 6th: Opens at 10:30 AM
*Individual Ride Tickets 4 for $6.00 or buy a sheet of 50 for $60.
*Rides require 3-6 tickets each except the Top Gun ride.
*Top Gun Ride requires 12 tickets or a wristband/mega band plus 4 additional tickets.
*Height restrictions apply.
*Online wristband sales for carnival are $30.00 a day OR $100 for the megaband (good for entire week). The following are the prices if you purchase on-site:
-Wednesday, July 2nd - $30.00
-Thursday, July 3rd - $35.00
-Friday, July 4th - $40.00
-Saturday, July 5th - $40.00
-Sunday, July 6th - $35.00
**Purchasing in advance means you save some good money per wristband. So make sure you do it before sales cut off at 12 Noon on Wednesday, July 2nd**
Carnival Information can be found at:
https://fieldofflight.com/attractions/carnival/
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STARLIGHT SPECTACULAR featuring Starlight Aerial Productions (a division of Great Lakes Drone Company) Drone Show & Redline Airshows:
We present our FIRST EVER Drone Show and Starlight Spectacular!! This show features 200 drones specifically programmed for an exclusively unique experience only for the Field of Flight. This performance will also be accompanied by a performance by Redline Airshows!
https://fieldofflight.com/attractions/drone-show/
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FIREWORKS DISPLAYS: We’ll be having TWO amazing fireworks displays this year. Don’t miss these amazing displays set to a terrific soundtrack. This year's shows are produced by ACE PYRO, LLC...the company that puts on some of Michigan's LARGEST & BEST Displays! Both shows will begin around dusk (10:30 PM). Fireworks will take place on Wednesday, July 2nd and Friday, July 4th! Not only that, but our fireworks will also feature some additional booms and pyro from FIREWALKERS INTERNATIONAL PYRO!
https://fieldofflight.com/attractions/fireworks/
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Mesmerizing Hot-Air BALLOON ILLUMES (presented by KALSEE Credit Union): Are you prepared to be in awe? The Balloon Illumes are truly magical experiences as you see hot-air balloons twinkle and light up the airfield. These even feature audience involvement in which you tell them to twinkle or light 'em up! Prepare to make family memories on Wednesday, July 2nd and Thursday, July 3rd!
https://fieldofflight.com/attractions/balloons/#mesmerizing-balloon-illumes
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HOT STREAK II Jet Truck Night Runs
If you think watching the HOT STREAK II Jet Truck run during the day was cool...wait until you see it at NIGHT! The twin engine '57 Chevy Jet Truck will LIGHT UP THE AIR FIELD and then take a run down our long runway! Don't miss seeing this truck in action prior to our fireworks displays on Wednesday, July 2nd and Friday, July 4th! Of course, you'll be able to catch the Jet Truck during our day shows as well!
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FireKeepers Casino Field of Rock Concert Series: Don’t miss nightly concerts on the FireKeepers Casino stage! Our concert lineup is as follows:
-July 3rd: Great Scott!
-July 4th: BIG L & Code Blü
-July 4th: Jessie Campbell Band
-July 5th: Megan Rae Band
-July 6th: Captured Detroit - The Ultimate Journey Tribute Band
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https://fieldofflight.com/attractions/field-of-rock/
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Battle Creek Half-Marathon & 5K (morning of Saturday, July 6th):
An early morning run with hot-air balloons soaring overhead plus a run past the US Air Force Thunderbirds and some other aircraft? Yes, please! Head on over to
https://cerealcityathletics.com/bc-half-marathon-and-5k to sign up now! Oh, and depending on which one you participate in, you can get up to 2 admission and a parking pass to the Field of Flight. Come join the fun with Cereal City Athletics.
https://fieldofflight.com/attractions/marathon-5k-run/
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Kid’s Day (brought to you in part by Meijer): Kid's Day will take place on Wednesday, July 2nd. Kids Gift Packs will be given to the first 800 kids that enter at the Gates! Kids can also register all evening for their chance to win a New Bike. One for Boys and one for Girls – compliments of Meijer. Note that gift packs will ONLY be given to kids passing through the gates...no grabbing any for someone who isn't here yet. First come, first served.
https://fieldofflight.com/attractions/kids-day/
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Delicious Food!
Battle Creek has long been known as a location with the BEST AIR SHOW FOOD. Don’t believe us? Well, you’ll have to check it out for yourself. We have all different kinds of food available from traditional fair food to delicious cheese, ice cream, and MORE! Want the list? Oh we have the list! Check it out here:
https://fieldofflight.com/attractions/food-drinks/
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BEER TENT:
Yes, we will have beer for sale at the event. We will have everything from Miller Lite and Coors Light to some delicious micro and regional brews (plus maybe a few surprises). Oh, and did we mention the alcoholic slushies?? Alcohol will only be sold to those 21+ with the proper identification. You can purchase the beer and take it right back to your seat to continue to enjoy the show! The best part? We'll take cash OR card for purchases (transaction fees will apply for credit card purchases)
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Specialty Vendors, Arts & Crafts, and MORE:
We will have a plethora of vendors on-site where you can grab some souvenirs from the event, some amazing arts & crafts, handmade goods…and more! There will be something for everyone!
**NOTE: Military Teams, as well as some of our civilian performers, will also have swag for sale. Get them before they're all gone as they sell out quickly!!**
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RV Campground
Yes, we have a campground right at the airport. If you have an RV or self-contained unit, come on out and stay where all of the action is. But hurry, spaces are selling out quick and we are limited to only 100 units. Fill out this form and send it on in as soon as possible (DEADLINE IS 6/15 after that it becomes first come, first served with remaining slots (if any remain)):
https://fieldofflight.com/rv-lodging/
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Admission & Parking Information:
TICKETS WILL BE ON SALE SOON!
Admission Prices are as follows:
-Wednesday, July 2nd: $5.00 per person
-Thursday, July 3rd: $10.00 per person
-Friday, July 4th: $15.00 per person
-Saturday, July 5th: $15.00 per person
-Sunday, July 6th: $15.00 per person
Tickets may be bought in advance for any of the above days. Note that your ticket is ONLY good on the DATE THAT YOU PURCHASE IT FOR! However, we understand that plans change. For that reason, you may exchange your ticket for another date of the same value. If you bought for Wednesday or Thursday but plan to go on Saturday instead now, you can exchange your ticket and pay the difference prior to arrival (so if you bought for Thursday for $10.00 and you exchange for Friday, you can use your $10.00 credit and only pay an additional $5.00 in advance to attend). Exchanges must be done ONLINE ONLY! They will not be done at the gate (no paying the difference at the gate etc...). Otherwise, all sales are final. No rainchecks or refunds. Advance purchase is recommended but not required. We will be taking cash or credit card at the gate (ATM is available and there will be a service charge for the use of credit or debit card)
**Children 3 Feet and Under get in FREE. This is good all day and every day! No need for advance purchase**
**Sunday, July 6th will be MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY thanks to Ford Blue Oval Battery Park. Veterans & Military get in FREE! You must show one of the following for free entrance...note that this is for SUNDAY, JULY 6TH ONLY!
-Veteran Health ID Card (VHIC)
-DoD ID Card
-Uniformed Services ID Card
-State-Issued Driver’s License with Veteran Designation
-State-Issued Veteran Card
-DD Form 214
-NGB 22
*If you are military or a veteran, do not purchase a ticket in advance for Sunday and just ensure you get your free admission at the gate*
*Also on Sunday, July 6th...our gate pricing will drop to $5.00 per person AFTER 5:30 PM!! (still cash or card accepted). No credits will be given for unused advance purchased tickets...so please ensure you utilize your tickets if you purchased in advance during our air show on Sunday.
Parking is $5 per vehicle each day of the event. No advance sales! Parking must be purchased CASH ONLY on the day of the event! Parking is a fundraiser for local area non-profits. To help keep our traffic flowing, please have a $5.00 bill and have it ready when you arrive. You will have to pay prior to parking. Exact change means we won't have to give change and we can just give you your pass and you can head on to park. Will keep the traffic flow great!
We have opened up additional parking lots this year to help get everyone in quicker along with a new traffic plan! You may access general admission parking off of Helmer Road or off of South Airport Road. VIP Parking is in the Gate 6 lot off South Airport Road (please check your VIP packets).
**HANDICAP PARKING: When arriving, ask parking volunteers to direct you to handicap parking. We will also have complimentary golf cart shuttles running from the lot to the gates. Handicapped scooters and Wagons will be available for rent at the main gate. Call Randy & Betty at 407-492-2321.
**MOTORCYCLE PARKING: Motorcycle parking will be on pavement. Ask parking volunteers to please direct you to motorcycle parking. A parking fee will be assessed**
**BICYCLE PARKING: Bikes are welcome to be ridden to the event but are not allowed on the event grounds. Upon arrival, you will be directed to where you may park your bike and secure it. You will be able to lock your bike up here and enjoy the event. A bike parking fee will be assessed.**
Visit here to ensure you are following all posted rules and don't bring any prohibited items. **ANYTHING BROUGHT IN, INCLUDING COOLERS, ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH**:
https://fieldofflight.com/event-info-pricing/ and
https://fieldofflight.com/wp-content/uploads/2025-Festival-Guidelines.pdf. This is an event on government owned land so we ask that attendees utilize common sense on what is illegal and what is not in addition to what is listed below. Attempting to bring in an illegal item OR any of the below could result in returning the item to your vehicle, denial of admittance, or (in rare severe cases) criminal prosecution. To save time at the gate and to minimize impact on you, it is highly recommended to bring only necessary items and limit the size of what you are carrying. In addition, we are a NO DRONE ZONE! No drones or helium balloons allowed. Drones operating within 5 NM during TFR/NOTAMs and Event Waivers are subject to penalties (both civil and criminal). This is for July 1st-7th!
**We do allow small canopies to be brought in. However, they must be placed in the designated area. Do not block planned pathways OR go beyond this area. If you do, you will be asked to move. In addition, please plan for potential wind and have a way to secure your canopy or tent to the ground safely (and super securely). We don't want any flying canopies or umbrellas!
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Additional Details:
-ROAD CLOSURES WILL BE IN PLACE AND WILL IMPACT HOW YOU ARRIVE TO THE EVENT. MAKE SURE YOU CHECK THESE OUT IN ADVANCE:
https://fieldofflight.com/wp-content/uploads/2025-Road-Closures.pdf
-Directions to Parking:
https://fieldofflight.com/wp-content/uploads/doc00761620250225143622.pdf **REMINDER, PLEASE HAVE $5.00 IN EXACT CHANGE READY**
-We utilize flags and banners to help with locations. Please see here:
https://fieldofflight.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-Event-Flags.pdf
-Check out our event grounds map to familiarize you with our parking areas and the layout of the event grounds:
https://fieldofflight.com/wp-content/uploads/AIRSHOW-PERFORMER-SHOWLINE_Map_april_10_2025.pdf
We hope to see you at the Field of Flight July 2nd through July 6th at Battle Creek Executive Airport in Battle Creek, MI. www.fieldofflight.com
**Event Details last updated on April 16th at 3:45 PM. Stay tuned for further updates. Follow the official Facebook page for all up-to-date information and ensure your visit the website at www.fieldofflight.com as well. Schedule subject to change.**
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TICKETING NOTE:
NO RAIN CHECKS OR REFUNDS on any purchases (advance sales, admission, parking, RV fees, carnival tickets or wristbands etc.). All activities are subject to change or cancellation for weather or any unforeseen circumstances. Purchaser assumes all risks and agrees to conditions upon purchase. While your ticket is date specific, we understand that plans change. However, you must exchange your ticket for a different day in advance and also pay the difference via that exchange. Otherwise, ticket is only good for the date purchased! We do suggest that you join our FACEBOOK to get the up to date daily activities report for cancellations or delays.
**If you plan on leaving during the day and returning, please ensure that you and everyone in your party gets a wristband at the gate. This wristband will allow you to return without paying admission again**. Your parking pass is also good all day!
Admission purchase is required for attendance! You must have admission purchased to access the carnival as well.
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