Wings Over Houston Airshow
One of the largest civilian airshows in the United States. Two days at Ellington Airport featuring the US Navy Blue Angels or USAF Thunderbirds, warbird performances, GA exhibitors, and a major static display.
What to expect
Quick facts
Dates
October 31 – November 1, 2026
Location
Ellington Airport
Houston, United States
Estimated attendance
~100,000
Exhibitors
~80
Registration
from USD 35 day pass
Languages
EN
Regulatory focus
FAA
Also known as
Wings Over Houston, Wings Over Houston Airshow, WOH
Who attends
GA pilots, prospective student pilots and families, military aviation enthusiasts, warbird community, Houston-area flight schools, A&Ps, aviation vendors, and a strong family attendance during the public weekend days.
Why flight schools attend
Houston-area flight schools find Wings Over Houston a strong regional recruiting opportunity. The 100,000+ attendance over two days creates a concentrated marketing window with a family-heavy demographic that includes many prospective student pilots. Discovery-flight conversion rates from Wings Over Houston contacts are typically strong for participating Houston-area schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wings Over Houston runs annually in mid-to-late October at Ellington Airport. Dates and ticketing open via wingsoverhouston.com typically six months before the show.
Mainly for Texas-based and Gulf Coast schools. The audience is overwhelmingly regional — schools located within driving distance of Houston find it valuable for recruiting; out-of-region schools typically prioritize broader national events like AirVenture or Sun 'n Fun.
No — Wings Over Houston features the Blue Angels and the Thunderbirds in alternating years (or other military demonstration teams). The headline performer for each year is announced typically 6-9 months before the show.
Listing last verified May 4, 2026 · Always confirm dates and registration via the official site.