# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Mid-Eastern Regional Fly-In & Car Show - Feat. Military Appreciation Day
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: 58th Annual Mid-Eastern Regional Fly-In & Car Show
Featuring Military Appreciation Day
Join us for a day of aviation, community, and tribute!

Whether you are flying in, driving a classic, or bringing the whole family, there is something for everyone at this year’s landmark event. We are incredibly proud to honor our veterans and active-duty service members during this special Military Appreciation Day.

🗓️ Event Details
Date: Saturday, September 12th

Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Admission: FREE for the visiting public and all fly-in aircraft!

🛩️ What to Expect
Wings & Wheels: Get up close with an incredible display of regional aircraft and classic, custom, and muscle cars.

Family Fun: A dedicated kids' activity area to keep the future generation of pilots entertained.

Great Food: Local vendors serving up delicious eats throughout the morning and afternoon.

👨‍✈️ Attention Pilots: Fuel Special!
To celebrate the 58th annual MERFI, we are offering a huge fuel discount to early arrivals, courtesy of Purvis Brothers, Inc:

$1.00 off per gallon of Avgas!

Valid for the first 500 gallons sold—so plan your arrival early!

Come for the planes, stay for the cars, food, and community. We can’t wait to see you on the ramp!

Timeline:
8am: Fly-In & Car Show Starts, Pancake Breakfast Start (Located in the North Grimes Hangar)
9am: Fly-In & Car Show judging begins
10am: Food trucks arrive
1pm: MERFI & Car Show awards
2pm: Event concludes 

A huge thank you to all of our sponsors! Let us know if you'd like to sponsor.

Purvis Brothers Inc.
Packer & Associates
Preferred Air Parts
Huey's Coffee
Andrew Grimm Photography
Mid America Flight Museum
Civista Bank
Champaign Aviation Museum
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/urbana/mid-eastern-regional-fly-in-and-car-show-feat-military-appreciation-day/200030230803859
- **Event Categories**: car-shows, kids, food-drinks
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 846

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Urbana
- **state**: OH
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1636 N Main St SR 68, 43078
- **lat**: 40.12907
- **long**: -83.7487
- **full address**: 1636 N Main St SR 68, 43078, 1636 N Main St, Urbana, OH 43078-5001, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Mid-Eastern Regional Fly-In & Car Show - Feat. Military Appreciation Day being held?
  - **A:** Mid-Eastern Regional Fly-In & Car Show - Feat. Military Appreciation Day takes place on Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm at 1636 N Main St SR 68, 43078, 1636 N Main St, Urbana, OH 43078-5001, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Mid-Eastern Regional Fly-In & Car Show - Feat. Military Appreciation Day?
  - **A:** Mid-Eastern Regional Fly-In & Car Show - Feat. Military Appreciation Day is organized by Grimes Municipal Airport, Urbana, Ohio.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Mid-Eastern Regional Fly-In & Car Show - Feat. Military Appreciation Day is ideal for car enthusiasts, auto fans, and anyone passionate about classic, exotic, or custom vehicles. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Urbana, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 840+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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