Two events – the same weekend!
Arlington SkyFest & Airport Community Day
Arlington Municipal Airport, Arlington, WA
CAMP OUT
Friday
August 16, 2024
CAMPGROUNDS OPEN
Underwing and road vehicle camping is encouraged for an entire weekend of fun!
Virtual landing competition
Pilot Corn Roast
Evening entertainment options
No sales at the gates
SKYFEST
Saturday
August 17, 2024
Arlington SkyFest
Evening airshow & Balloon Glow featuring special shaped balloons!
See airshow performers…
Nighttime drone spectacular featuring 300 drones – 100 more than last year!
Aircraft displays & classic car show
More food trucks & higher capacity food vendors.
See food list…
Camp Adams military display
Movies on the big screen
Expanded kids and family rec area
Family-friendly drive-In/tailgate format
on WEST side of airport
No sales at the gates
TAKE FLIGHT
Sunday
August 18, 2024
Arlington Airport
Community Day
Free Family fun activities
on EAST side of Airport
Young Eagles flights
Food Vendors
Arlington Fire & Police displays
Face painting & bouncy house
Thank you 2024 sponsors!
Platinum Sponsor
Drone Sponsor
Silver Pilot in Command
Hospitality Sponsor
Balloon Sponsor
Friends of the Fly-In
Enjoy our wide-open outdoor spaces!
Feel free to walk our broad common spaces. Plus you also have your own private space in your double-wide parking spot to setup your own tailgate HQ. Visit a food truck (or two!) for a snack. See the displays of military vehicles.
Watch a movie (or two!) at our large screen before the main activities. Have the kids enjoy simulators and a play park. When it’s time for the show you can return to your parking space and sit in comfy lawn chairs you bring! It’s a great family fun event.
Be sure to grab your tickets now as they are pre-purchase only with no sales at the gates.
No Camper? No Problem!
Local lodging options are available
Here are the local hotels in close proximity to the event
Resort hotels close to SkyFest:
Community groups benefit
The Arlington SkyFest supports youth STEM education and other organizations in Snohomish County and beyond.
In 2023 we awarded grants to many local non profit education groups. The Arlington Fly-In organization and SkyFest have supported education and civic groups for decades. Program sales, parking management, beer gardens and the like are run by groups that benefit directly from those activities, in addition to yearly grant applications.
Airshow performers
Erickson Collection B-25
Erickson Collection F8F Bearcat
Erickson Collection F6F Hellcat
Drone Show
Skyworx Drone Show -Sponsored by Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians
www.skyworx.com
HOT AIR BALLOON NIGHT GLOW featuring SPECIAL SHAPES
Sponsored by Peoples Bank, Amazon, & Stillaguamish Tribe
Performer details
1944 North American P-51D Mustang “Sweet & Lovely”
P-51D Mustang “Sweet & Lovely” was originally built by North American Aviation in Inglewood, CA in 1944. Its wartime history is not known. In 2000 the airframe was purchased by Bob Baker of Alva Oklahoma who restored the plane to airworthy condition over the next three years. He choose the paint scheme “Sweet & Lovely” to honor WWII P-51 Ace “Bill” Pattillo. The restored Mustang made its public debut at Oshkosh 2003 where it was awarded the Grand Champion Warbird trophy. In 2020 “Sweet & Lovely” was sold to its current owner.
Ross Granley
Ross comes from a large family of pilots that include grandparents, uncles, parents, cousins, brothers, sister Deb, and wife, Shari. He was born in Red Deer, Alberta Canada in 1963, A Royal Canadian Air Force base, where his father was instructing on the Harvard/T-6. The third of six children, Ross showed an early love of flying and a strong desire to make it his life’s ambition. Ross joined the Canadian Air Force in1985. He received his wings in 1987, then instructed in the Canadair CT-114 Tutor aircraft in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. This aircraft is still used by the Snowbirds. He earned his A2 Instructor’s rating, then was selected to fly as #2 with the Snowbird’s 1990 and 1991 teams. After his tour of duty with the Snowbirds, he moved on to fighters at Cold Lake, Alberta. He underwent basic and advanced fighter pilot training in the CF-5 and CF-18. He earned top honors in both courses then flew the CF-18 with 416 Tactical Fighter Squadron for three years. In 1996 Ross was selected as a team member for Canada’s participation in the William Tell air combat competition. This included teams from all commands in the US Air Force. Canada swept the competition in nearly all categories including the top team. In 1997 with 3,100 hours of military flight time, Ross, his wife Shari and son Gregory transitioned to life as civilians. They moved to Everett, Washington where Ross lives while working as a pilot with United Air Lines, based in SFO. Ross purchased a Yak-18T in Moscow which he flies in a formation aerobatic routine. The Yak-55, flown by his dad Bud, and the Yak-18T make an unlikely and unbelievably entertaining act. http://budgranleyairshows.com
Let’s eat!
Food vendors scheduled to appear as of 07/25/2024
| Vendor | Food type |
|---|---|
| Yummy Catch | American style fry seafood southern and tempura style |
| Sweet Wheels | Hand crafted ice cream sandwhich |
| Patty Cake Bakes | baked pretzels, cookies & cake pops |
| Black Sea food | European comfort food wraps, plates and burgers |
| Locati Cucina | Italian food |
| Cascade Pizza | Pizza |
| Scottsman Espresso | Espresso, coffee, cold brew |
| Cascade Kettle | Kettle corn |
| Revive Bowls | Fresh bowls and smoothies |
| Tabassum | Savory Pies |
| Goodbelly | Malasadas Donuts |
| Lagnostineo Sushi | Seafood |
| Una's Lemonade | Lemonade |
| Pure Smoke | BBQ |
| Impacting Ser Shved | Italian Ice |
| Filup Food Truck | Filipino food |
| McDonalds | Fries |
| Cosalish Creole | Seafood Boil |
| Tacos Penachos | Mexican food |
2024 merch is here
The SkyFest Store is open!
Tees, hoodies, iPhone cases, stainless tumblers, beach towels, tote bags and more are available!
Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated 07/07/2024
AM I personally RESTRICTED TO MY PARKING SPACE ONLY?
NO! Your car and any picnic setup is, but you are not! You may absolutely visit common areas, food vendors, and walk to visit our displays, kids areas, movies and drone arena at our outdoor event. Please respect other guest’s spaces.
Will there be food AND DRInKS?
YES! We will offer an app for online ordering at participating vendors so that you don’t need to wait in line yourself! We also encourage everyone to bring a picnic, hydrating beverages and/or snack items as lines can be present at peak times.
Can I choose my parking space and/or park next to my friends?
There are 2 general parking areas and camping. Reserved spaces not available in any area. First come, first parked. A vehicle must occupy each space. Groups of vehicles wishing to be together should plan to come through the gate together. Parking near someone specific is not assured.
May I bring pets?
You may bring your pet, as long as it is restricted to your space. Please clean-up after your pet. Pilots flying in should keep pets at home as pets and spinning propellers in a highly dynamic environment with lots of airplanes
is not a good mix.
Can i get a refund if it rains or I can’t come? What if an airplane I want to see does not appear?
Weather and technical conditions may dictate changes to advertised performances. We plan to offer as much of a show as possible rain or shine. All sales are final. No refunds.
Can I walk-In? Can my friends park somewhere else and walk in to meet me?
No. All people must arrive with you in your vehicle when you come through the gate. NO WALK IN attendance is available. All attendees must arrive in a vehicle with a pre-purchased ticket.
CAN I BRING MY GRILL AND BARBEcUE?
Unless there is a burn ban, you may bring a small manufactured propane grill as long as you have a fire extinguisher within reach at all times. The grill must have legs and be 2 ft off the ground.
Can I bring my RV OR TENT & Are there camping spaces?
YES! we have a camping area that can support overnight stays. The campground opens Friday at noon and closes Sunday. Be sure to purchase a camping ticket. no reserved spaces – first come, first parked.
What time should I arrive?
On Saturday gates and food options open at 1pm. Entertainment areas start around 2-3 PM. Main show after 6 PM. Campgrounds open Friday. Tickets in the Green or Blue areas do not have in-out privileges. please plan your
arrival to accommodate your desired length of stay.
Are there exhibitors this year?
Yes, we do have a small general vendor area this year in 2024.
What does “tailgate style” mean?
Think of our layout as a big area where everyone has the space to setup around their parked vehicle, with common areas and features all around you that you can walk to. Plus a great show above you!
Will Military vehicles be there?
Yes, there will be a display of military vehicles in our ‘Camp Adams” area
Can I fly-In with my Airplane?
YES! We have an aircraft parking area for pilots to visit for an hour, a day or camp whole weekend. A grand new location is also planned for 2024!
How many people and vehicles can I bring with me?
Each space can have one vehicle and you may bring up to 8 people per vehicle. Please note health conditions at the time of our event may make us change this.
Are masks required?
We will follow Health Department guidelines at the time of our event. Please be respectful of other people’s spaces.
Are there in-out privledges?
Yes/No. You may come and go only if you have a camping or aircraft parking/camping ticket. Tickets in the Green/Blue areas do not have in-out privileges. please plan your arrival to accommodate your desired
length of stay.
What cars can park/ participate in the car show?
Usually, the classic/show car moniker applies to vehicles over 20 years old. Antique cars are over 45 years old, and vintage cars are built between 1919 and 1930.
Can we set up a canopy in our parking spot for shade?
Yes you may. However, we ask that if it blocks the view of anyone parked near you that you lower it when the airshow starts.
IS THERE TRANSPORTATION WITHIN THE EVENT?
Yes, there will be open-air shuttle type transportation around the event. We ask that less abled guests be given seating priority and guests not utilize this service as a “ride” or attraction. Capacity is limited and
seats fill fast.
Are there ATMs?
Yes. ATMs are scheduled to be by the red barn beer garden if you prefer cash. Also, the card you use in an ATM is good for payment at all SkyFest locations (beer garden, merchandise sales) and the vast majority of food vendors.
