Photo courtesy of the Red Deer Regional Airshow Facebook.
The Red Deer Regional Airshow is set to return to Central Alberta in 2026.
The airshow is described as one of the region's premier aviation events, that will captivate audiences with an unforgettable blend of aerial acrobatics, family-friendly activities, and community spirit.
"The return of the Red Deer Regional Airshow is a proud moment for our airport and our community,” said Nancy Paish, CEO of Red Deer Regional Airport. “This event embodies the excitement and innovation that aviation brings to our region. With our new infrastructure in place, we’re thrilled to welcome back visitors and aviation enthusiasts to the Red Deer Regional Airport to celebrate and experience the changes we’ve made and the improvements we’re still making without ongoing development and expansion.”
In 2023, the Red Deer Regional Airshow welcomed more than 25,000 guests.
Highlights of the event included the renowned Canadian Forces Snowbirds, Canadian Armed Forces Skyhawks, a CF-18 Hornet Tactical Demonstration, vintage warbirds like the P-40 Kittyhawk, F4U Corsair, P-51 Mustangs, and a CH-148 Cyclone helicopter.
The event also showcased a Heritage Flight display featuring one of the historic yellow RCAF Harvards that served CFB Penhold, and a modern RCAF Harvard II trainer.
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Along with aerial performances, the event featured a variety of on-ground activities, including S.T.E.M. workshops, food trucks, static displays, and opportunities to connect with aviation industry professionals and organizations.
Since the last airshow, the Red Deer Regional Airport has undergone a $34 million expansion, resulting in an expanded terminal, new taxiway, upgraded airside infrastructure, and a new road for future land development.
With the enhanced infrastructure, the airport can accommodate larger aircraft and passenger capacity.
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