The Great Texas Airshow

05/05/2026

05/04/2026

May the 4th be with you...and with our flightline! The crowds have gone home, the jets are tucked in, and our Airmen are making sure the flightline is just as sharp as the show itself. No job too big, no wrapper too small--that's the USAF way. 💙

Thank you San Antonio for an AMAZING air show weekend! ✈️🪂

🫡 See you next year at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston for The Great Texas Freedom Fest 🪖🇺🇸, an official Fiesta event, and back on the flightline in 2028!

05/03/2026

That’s a wrap! 🛬
Thank you to our incredible community for joining us at the Great Texas Airshow.

While Friday’s weather required adjustments, we are grateful for your patience and flexibility as our teams worked to keep the show moving safely. Your enthusiasm and support made this weekend truly special.

Together, we showcased the strength of our partnership and the pride we share in our Air Force and our community.

As we celebrate America’s 250th birthday, this weekend was a powerful reminder of the connection between our military and the communities we serve.

Thank you for making the Great Texas Airshow a truly unforgettable weekend. ☁️☀️✈️

05/03/2026

🚨Attention guests 🚨
Outbound buses are staged at two locations: the Static Aircraft Display entry and exit point, and the Thunderbird Entry Control Point (annotated in red boxes on the attached map).
If you arrived from Judson High School or Rolling Oaks Mall, when you are ready to depart please proceed to marked buses at the Static Aircraft Display entry and exit point.
If you arrived from JBSA-Lackland or JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, when you are ready to leave please proceed to marked buses at the Thunderbird Entry Control Point.
For assistance, find a designated Great Texas Airshow member.
We hope you enjoyed the show!

05/03/2026

Good afternoon from the flightline! ☀️ The morning was incredible, but we are just getting started.

The afternoon lineup is officially cleared for takeoff and we are bringing the HEAT to JBSA-Randolph. If you thought it was loud earlier, you haven't heard anything yet! Grab a cold drink, find your spot, and keep your eyes on the sky. 👀✈️

05/03/2026

Last call for takeoff! 🚨Today is day two and the grand finale of the Great Texas Airshow at JBSA-Randolph!
Whether you are coming to see the gravity-defying aerial performances or get up close to our static aircraft displays, today is your last chance to take it all in.

05/03/2026

🚨Great Texas Airshow Update🚨

For those using dedicated bus service to the Great Texas Air Show, please note that Judson High School and Judson Middle School parking lots have reached full capacity.
Transportation services to the Great Texas Airshow remain available from the Rolling Oaks Mall.
Shuttle service for JBSA Lackland and JBSA Ft Sam Houston DOW ID card holders remains available.
Patrons at the air show will still be able to access shuttle return services.
We look forward to seeing you at The Great Texas Airshow!”

05/03/2026

🔴 WE ARE LIVE! Welcome to The Great Texas Airshow! ✈️

We are coming to you live from Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph! Tune in right now to catch the jaw-dropping aerial action, get a behind-the-scenes look at our static displays, and feel the rumble as we "Let Freedom Roar".

👇 Get in on the action! Drop a comment and let us know where you are watching from! If you are local, it is not too late to come down and see it for yourself! Admission is 100% FREE. Grab the family and join us!

For all information on parking, shuttles, prohibited items and demonstrations, please visit https://www.jbsa.mil/GreatTexasAirshow/

05/03/2026

🚨PARKING & SHUTTLES FOR THE GREAT TEXAS AIRSHOW 🚨

Due to significant rainfall saturating the grounds, our on-base parking plan is no longer viable. To ensure everyone can still enjoy the show, we have implemented a new parking and shuttle plan.

Please read the updated entry instructions below carefully based on your ID status.

Note that limited ADA transportation support is available for guests requiring accessibility assistance.

🛑 NON-DoW ID CARDHOLDERS (General Public)
You must use bus transportation from our designated off-base parking locations. You will not be able to enter any JBSA gates in a personal vehicle or rideshare. (Rideshares like Uber/Lyft may be used to drop you off at the shuttle locations).

Shuttle Locations:

Rolling Oaks Mall (JC Penney side): 6909 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX 78247

Judson High and Middle School: 9142 FM 78, Converse, TX 78109

Shuttle Schedule:

Start Time: First buses depart at 8:30 a.m.

Cut-off Time: The LAST bus inbound to JBSA-Randolph will depart no later than 1:00 p.m.

🪪 DoW ID CARDHOLDERS
JBSA-Randolph Residents & Air Show Workers:
Please utilize the West Gate only for entry.

All Other DoW ID Cardholders:
Do not drive to JBSA-Randolph. Please use the shuttle buses departing from JBSA-Lackland and JBSA-Fort Sam Houston.

Shuttle Locations & Start Times:

JBSA-Lackland (8:00 a.m.): Pfingston Reception Center (1800 Truemper St) OR Gateway Club (1650 Kenly Ave).

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston (8:30 a.m.): MacArthur Parade Field (Bldg 2846, viewing stands across from the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence).

Shuttle Schedule:

Cut-off Time: The LAST bus inbound to JBSA-Randolph will depart no later than 1:00 p.m.

🚌 Return transportation from JBSA-Randolph to all shuttle locations will run continuously throughout the day and after the Air Show concludes.

Thank you to our incredible community partners for helping us pivot quickly, and thank you for your patience as we work to safely "Let Freedom Roar!" 🦅

05/02/2026

🚨Attention guests🚨

Outbound buses are staged at two locations: the Static Aircraft Display entry and exit point, and the Thunderbird Entry Control Point (annotated in red boxes on the attached map).

If you arrived from Judson High School or Rolling Oaks Mall, when you are ready to depart please proceed to marked buses at the Static Aircraft Display entry and exit point.

If you arrived from JBSA-Lackland or JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, when you are ready to leave please proceed to marked buses at the Thunderbird Entry Control Point.

For assistance, find a designated Great Texas Airshow member.

We hope you enjoyed the show!