A free air show is soaring over the Lower Mainland this weekend
Canada’s longest-running free air show is returning to the skies over the Fraser Valley this weekend to delight guests from across the Lower Mainland.
The 31st Chilliwack Flight Fest Airshow is happening on Sunday, Aug. 17, at the Chilliwack Airport, and it will be filled with fun activities and events for the whole family.
Chilliwack Airshow – Flight Fest/Facebook
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The volunteer-run event was first held in 1992 and quickly became a popular affair for the community to enjoy.
Visitors to Chilliwack Flight Fest Airshow can check out ground displays and community booths at the airport. There will also be a kids’ zone for the budding pilots to explore.
The main event is, of course, the exciting air show, with a variety of planes taking to the sky.
Featured performers include Ross Granley, who received his wings in 1987. He has flown with the Snowbirds and was selected as a team member for Canada’s participation in the William Tell air combat competition.
Chilliwack Airshow – Flight Fest
David and Drew Watson are bringing the Yellow Thunder to the party, entertaining the crowd with their two-plane, altitude-unrestricted formation aerobatic demonstration team.
Kyle Fowler in his Long EZ, Wingwalker Sam and Pilot Mike in the Grumman Showcat, Richard Mrazek, and The Erickson Aircraft Collection are also featured attractions during the Chilliwack Airshow.
And it wouldn’t be a festival without a number of food trucks and vendors ready to serve you when hunger strikes.
Chilliwack Airshow – Flight Fest
To help you get into the Flight Fest feeling, the annual Hangar Dance is taking place on Saturday, Aug. 16. The 19+ fully licensed event will include a live performance by The Exchange, food and drinks, and more.
Chilliwack Flight Fest air show
When: Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025
Time: Gates 11 a.m., Flying starts at 1 p.m.
Where: Chilliwack Airport – 46206 Airport Rd., Chilliwack
Admission: Free