2026 Pacific Airshow Schedule & Event Guide

Everything you need to know about the Pacific Airshow Gold Coast is right here; so you can make the most of the event. Keep checking back for the latest updates and insider tips to get the most out of your airshow experience.

Event Schedule and Start Times

Session Times
The team behind the Pacific Airshow Gold Coast have promised a three-day spectacle and while they don’t release specific timetable in the leadup to the event, However, if you would like the schedule over the event weekend you can sign up to to their email list or we will publish the schedule here daily.

Gate Opening Times
To secure the best spot you can access the precinct every day from 9am

Hospitality Spaces Open | 10am 
Airshow Expected Start | 10am 
Airshow Finish | Between 3-4pm 

Performer Lineup

Thi year’s Pacific Airshow Gold Coast lineup features an incredible collection of aerial performers, military jets and aerobatic teams set to fill the skies over three action-packed days. See the full 2026 performer lineup here for everything you need to know about who’s taking to the skies this year.

Getting To The Pacific Airshow Gold Coast

With a massive crowd expected, allow plenty of time getting there, and be prepared for traffic delays in and around Surfers Paradise, we have outlined the best ways to get to the event. 

Public Transport
We recommend catching the G:Link through to Surfers Paradise, if you are coming from Brisbane or the North you can get on the link at Helensvale and catch it through until Surfers Paradise, or if your coming from the South jump on at Burleigh Heads and travel through until Surfers Paradise at Cavill Avenue. 
You can use Translinks Journey Planner to help you with your trip.

Walk, Cycle or Scoot
Why not get in those extra steps and walk, ride or scoot to the event,  You can jump on the white sandy highway and walk up the brach to the event precinct or jump on the oceanway from Broadbeach and hire a scooter through to the event,  the City of Gold Coast have plenty of bike racks around the precinct for your convenience.

Taxi or Ride Share
Sure to be a popular option and the most susceptible to delay is jumping in a taxi or ride share, if you’re coming from the airport or inland you can get dropped off near the event precinct. 

What to bring

If you are in the GA area we recommend bringing an umbrella or some form of shade under 2m in size, and snacks and water there will be plenty of food vendors on site but their may be some lines.   Also seating make sure to bring along a chair or some towels to pull up some sand.

• Chair or Seating
• Sunscreen and Hats
• Small Shade or Umbrella 
• Water & Snacks

Same day passouts are also allowed, so you can head into many of the Bars & Restaurants for a meal at anytime during the three-day event.