Lunken Airport Days 2023 This Weekend

Sep 01, 2023

Airport Days at Lunken Airport takes place 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 2 - 3! This annual event, hosted by Cincinnati War Birdscelebrates vintage aircraft and classic cars. It is free and open to the public with fees for select activities.

Here's what to expect:

  • Historic aircraft on display on the main ramp behind the terminal
  • Vintage and contemporary military vehicles on display
  • Classic cars on display
  • USS Cincinnati submarine display 
  • "Carry on USA" display - the honor log has the names of the fallen military, police and fire fighters from Ohio 
  • Patriot color guard ceremony and singing of the National Anthem each day at noon, led by ROTC on Saturday and Navy Sea Cadets on Sunday
  • Helicopter rides with tickets available for purchase on site at the event ($50 per person at event)
  • Ground tours available after planes land for the day ($10 person or $20 per family on sale at event)
  • WW II reenactors and displays with military vehicles in grassy area 
  • Food trucks with shaded seating under tents

FEATURED ACTIVITY: Catch views or even a ride aboard "Doc," a rare World War II-era bomber. It is one of only two B 29 bombers in service in the United States. Doc is taking passengers on half-hour flights Friday, Sept. 1 through Monday, Sept. 4. View details and pricing. 

LOCATION: Lunken Airport, 262 Wilmer Ave., Cincinnati, OH  45226

 

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