# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Tompkins County Airport Day & Preparedness Expo - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 am – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Mark your calendars—Airport Day & Preparedness Expo is back at Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH) on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM! This free, family-friendly event brings together the best of aviation, community preparedness, and local fun. Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, interested in safety education, or just looking for a unique day out with the family, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Event Highlights Runway 5K – 8:00 AM Kick off the day with our one-of-a-kind race down the runway. Registration opens at 7:00 AM. 👉 Pre Register here – https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Ithaca/IthacaTompkinsRegionalAirportRunway5k *T-shirts available while supplies last, registration includes East Hill Flying Club Pancake Breakfast. Pancake Breakfast – 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM Enjoy an all-you-can-eat breakfast hosted by East Hill Flying Club. $12 for adults, $7 for kids ages 3–10. Scenic Flights – Starting at 9:00 AM Experience a bird’s-eye view of Tompkins County with $65 scenic flights from East Hill Flying Club. Hot Air Balloon Rides – 9:30 to 10:30 AM Take a tethered ride with Southern Tier Balloon Tours for a sky-high view of the event. $20/Adult, $10/Child National Warplane Museum C-47 “Whiskey 7” Rides – 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM Take a ride on the historic WWII-era C-47 “Whiskey 7” for a once-in-a-lifetime flight experience. 25-30 minute scenic flight $175 per person. 👉 Register: Coming Soon Tower Tours – 10:00 to 11:00 AM Take a rare guided tour of the airport tower. Real ID or passport is required (limited capacity – sign-ups begin at 9:30 AM). Crossroads the Clown – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Enjoy family-friendly entertainment and balloon animals for kids of all ages. Paper Airplane Contest – 10:30 AM Show off your flying skills for a chance to win a $500 ITH travel voucher. Ice Cream Truck – 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Cool off with a sweet treat while you explore everything the day has to offer. Preparedness & Safety Fair – 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Explore hands-on emergency demos, CPR training, meet local safety teams, and more. Citizen Preparedness Corps Training – 10:00 AM Attend this free workshop and receive a Disaster Preparedness Kit. 👉 Register for Citizen Preparedness Training: Coming Soon Red Cross Blood Drive – 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Give the gift of life at 55 Brown Rd (Tompkins County Whole Health). 👉 Schedule your donation at www.RedCrossBlood.org Aircraft Displays – Throughout the Event Get up close with a variety of aircraft and talk with aviation professionals on the tarmac. Parking & Admission Admission is FREE Free parking available in the long-term lot at: 1 Culligan Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850 Event entrance: East Hill Flying Club, 62 Brown Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ithaca/2026-tompkins-county-airport-day-and-preparedness-expo/200030297572459 - **Event Categories**: kids, workshops, business, exhibitions, sports, health-wellness, nonprofit, contests, calendar - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 125 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Ithaca - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: 62 Brown Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850-1248, United States - **lat**: 42.48791 - **long**: -76.4618 - **full address**: 62 Brown Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850-1248, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Tompkins County Airport Day & Preparedness Expo - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/0ffc53e58516d3d56d32cc0ae8c4fe7b7b5712978fddc9da8da08c264441ee6b-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1788269634 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Tompkins County Airport Day & Preparedness Expo being held? - **A:** 2026 Tompkins County Airport Day & Preparedness Expo takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 am to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm at 62 Brown Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850-1248, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Tompkins County Airport Day & Preparedness Expo? - **A:** 2026 Tompkins County Airport Day & Preparedness Expo is organized by Ithaca Tompkins International Airport. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 Tompkins County Airport Day & Preparedness Expo is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ithaca, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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