FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHERE IS THE AIR SHOW?
The Madison Municipal Air Show takes place Saturday, September 27, 2025 at the Madison Municipal Airport 3919 West IMS Lane, Madison, IN 47250.
WHERE IS EVENT PARKING?
Event parking is included (free) is located at off-site parking areas. We will have shuttles operating free of charge to bring you to and from the event. More details about parking and directions can be found on our parking page.
DO I NEED A TICKET?
Yes. Tickets to attend the air show are $10 at the gate. Kids 14 & under are FREE with an accompanying adult. There are no presale or advanced ticket sales. Please bring CASH for your ticket at the gate. We do not accept credit card to enter the event.
WHAT DOES MY TICKET GET ME?
Your ticket gains you access to the event and also automatically enters you into the event raffle! This raffle gives you a chance to win one of many cool door prizes and a chance to win some aircraft rides!
IS THERE A RAIN DATE?
There is not a rain date for this event. We will monitor weather as we get closer to the event. We will keep everyone up to date on the event weather as we get closer. Any cancellations will be broadcast on social media.
CAN I BRING BLANKETS AND CHAIRS TO SIT ON?
Yes! Folding chairs and blankets are welcomed and encouraged.
WHAT TIME TO THE GATES OPEN?
Gates open at approximately 10 AM.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO THE EVENT?
Attendees are welcome to bring collapsible or folding chairs, sunscreen, CASH, cameras, blankets, umbrellas (small not to block the view of others), baby strollers, diaper bags for small children, strollers, and small personal items.
WHAT SHOULD I NOT BRING TO THE EVENT?
Illegal substances, coolers, glass containers, alcohol, e-cigarettes/vape/cigarettes, skateboards, scooters, or personal motorized vehicles, lasers, bicycles, carts, fireworks, toy guns, water guns, helium balloons, popup tents, pets (except for service animals), drones or remote control aircraft, and aerosol containers are not permitted within the event grounds. Unauthorized solicitations, handbills, sampling or giveaways, or unauthorized vending is also not allowed and will be enforced by local law enforcement.
CAN I BRING OR FLY MY DRONE?
For 2025, there will be a Temporary Flight Restriction Issued for the surrounding airspace.
Additionally, we will be deploying drone detection and countermeasures.
No drones will be allowed anywhere in or near the event or within 5 nautical miles of the airport per the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Violators face confiscation and up to a $230,000 fine. This will be STRICTLY enforced.
The FAA and Law Enforcement will be ON-SITE.
ARE PETS ALLOWED?
For the safety of all patrons, pets will not be allowed on the event grounds except for approved and documented service animals.
ARE THERE ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN?
Yes! There are various family friendly activities for children of all ages. There will be no shortage of things to see and do both in the air and on the ground.
IS THE EVENT WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE?
The majority of the show is wheelchair accessible, however some displays and areas may be difficult to reach (i.e. grass). Please refer to the Parking Page for handicap parking.
WILL THERE BE STATIC DISPLAYS?
Yes, a variety of civilian and military aircraft will be on static display throughout the day.
IS THERE A LIVE STREAM OF THE SHOW?
No, there is no live streaming planned for the 2025 event. Please be cautious when interacting with fraudulent social media posts, especially when links ask for personal information and credit card details.
The Madison Municipal Air Show can only be seen by attending in-person.
CAN I FLY MY PERSONAL PLANE TO THE EVENT?
Yes, but please be aware of the NOTAM and published for the closure of the airport during the aerobatic performances. For 2025, there will be a Temporary Flight Restriction. We will do our best to work with aircraft before the show starts. The airport will be closed to fly-in traffic approximately ten (10) minutes prior to the start of the show and will reopen at the conclusion. Transient/visitor aircraft parking information can be found HERE.
HAVE A QUESTION NOT LISTED HERE?
We encourage you to reach out to us at 812-273-1914 and will be happy to answer any questions you may have about this year's air show!
The Madison Municipal Air Show takes place Saturday, September 27, 2025 at the Madison Municipal Airport 3919 West IMS Lane, Madison, IN 47250.
WHERE IS EVENT PARKING?
Event parking is included (free) is located at off-site parking areas. We will have shuttles operating free of charge to bring you to and from the event. More details about parking and directions can be found on our parking page.
DO I NEED A TICKET?
Yes. Tickets to attend the air show are $10 at the gate. Kids 14 & under are FREE with an accompanying adult. There are no presale or advanced ticket sales. Please bring CASH for your ticket at the gate. We do not accept credit card to enter the event.
WHAT DOES MY TICKET GET ME?
Your ticket gains you access to the event and also automatically enters you into the event raffle! This raffle gives you a chance to win one of many cool door prizes and a chance to win some aircraft rides!
IS THERE A RAIN DATE?
There is not a rain date for this event. We will monitor weather as we get closer to the event. We will keep everyone up to date on the event weather as we get closer. Any cancellations will be broadcast on social media.
CAN I BRING BLANKETS AND CHAIRS TO SIT ON?
Yes! Folding chairs and blankets are welcomed and encouraged.
WHAT TIME TO THE GATES OPEN?
Gates open at approximately 10 AM.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO THE EVENT?
Attendees are welcome to bring collapsible or folding chairs, sunscreen, CASH, cameras, blankets, umbrellas (small not to block the view of others), baby strollers, diaper bags for small children, strollers, and small personal items.
WHAT SHOULD I NOT BRING TO THE EVENT?
Illegal substances, coolers, glass containers, alcohol, e-cigarettes/vape/cigarettes, skateboards, scooters, or personal motorized vehicles, lasers, bicycles, carts, fireworks, toy guns, water guns, helium balloons, popup tents, pets (except for service animals), drones or remote control aircraft, and aerosol containers are not permitted within the event grounds. Unauthorized solicitations, handbills, sampling or giveaways, or unauthorized vending is also not allowed and will be enforced by local law enforcement.
CAN I BRING OR FLY MY DRONE?
For 2025, there will be a Temporary Flight Restriction Issued for the surrounding airspace.
Additionally, we will be deploying drone detection and countermeasures.
No drones will be allowed anywhere in or near the event or within 5 nautical miles of the airport per the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Violators face confiscation and up to a $230,000 fine. This will be STRICTLY enforced.
The FAA and Law Enforcement will be ON-SITE.
ARE PETS ALLOWED?
For the safety of all patrons, pets will not be allowed on the event grounds except for approved and documented service animals.
ARE THERE ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN?
Yes! There are various family friendly activities for children of all ages. There will be no shortage of things to see and do both in the air and on the ground.
IS THE EVENT WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE?
The majority of the show is wheelchair accessible, however some displays and areas may be difficult to reach (i.e. grass). Please refer to the Parking Page for handicap parking.
WILL THERE BE STATIC DISPLAYS?
Yes, a variety of civilian and military aircraft will be on static display throughout the day.
IS THERE A LIVE STREAM OF THE SHOW?
No, there is no live streaming planned for the 2025 event. Please be cautious when interacting with fraudulent social media posts, especially when links ask for personal information and credit card details.
The Madison Municipal Air Show can only be seen by attending in-person.
CAN I FLY MY PERSONAL PLANE TO THE EVENT?
Yes, but please be aware of the NOTAM and published for the closure of the airport during the aerobatic performances. For 2025, there will be a Temporary Flight Restriction. We will do our best to work with aircraft before the show starts. The airport will be closed to fly-in traffic approximately ten (10) minutes prior to the start of the show and will reopen at the conclusion. Transient/visitor aircraft parking information can be found HERE.
HAVE A QUESTION NOT LISTED HERE?
We encourage you to reach out to us at 812-273-1914 and will be happy to answer any questions you may have about this year's air show!