OC Air Show tickets are on sale now. Where to get them, with big savings if you act fast
It's a bird, it's a plane, it's the 17th annual Ocean City Air Show soaring into town this summer season, and tickets for the sky-high event are on sale now.
The OC Air Show, a signature event on the Air Dot Show Tour, is slated to host a special international edition from Aug. 24-25, featuring Frecce Tricolori, the renowned Italian Air Force aerobatic team from Rivolto Air Base in Italy.
Tickets for the air show, which has been pushed back from June to August, are on sale as of Wednesday, April 3. Here's how to get your hands on tickets.
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Where can I purchase tickets for the OC Air Show?
Various ticket packages are available online now. There is a special “Intro Sale Price” being offered that ends Monday, April 8, with an opportunity to save 50 percent off the event day price.
Admission for viewing the OC Air Show as it soars over the resort town's historic Boardwalk is free, but purchased tickets offer admittance to selected special viewing areas.
“Sponsorships on-the-fly” or comprehensive sponsorship packages tailored to business needs are also available online. Organizations can showcase their support for the U.S. military while gaining brand awareness, on-site activation and lead generation opportunities.
The OC Air Show is also actively seeking volunteers. Those interested in joining the air show's team of volunteers may sign up online to share in the excitement and adventure of this experience.
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Who will be headlining the OC Air Show?
The 17th annual OC Air Show will be headlined by fan-favorite fighter jets, the F-22 Raptor Demo Team.
The F-22 Raptor, whose twin engines produce more thrust than any other fighter, is the fastest fighter jet in the world today. The F-22 can “Supercruise” at 1.5 times the speed of sound without using fuel consuming afterburner, said the OC Air Show online.
The Frecce Tricolori, or "Tricolour Arrows," are also set to grace the American skies for the first time in over 30 years.
The last sighting of their distinctive red, green and white smoke trails in the United States dates to 1992, said the Air Dot Show Tour in a Dec. 6, 2023, news release. The OC Air Show will be one of only six events nationwide where they will perform during their 2024 tour.
“Ocean City is thrilled to once again host the Ocean City Air Show and welcome the Italian Air Force Frecce Tricolori team and the return of my favorite, the F-22 Raptor,” said Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan. “We invite everyone to join us for this thrilling display of aviation excellence against the stunning backdrop of our beautiful coastline. You won’t want to miss this unforgettable experience!”
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Olivia Minzola covers communities on the Lower Shore. Contact her with tips and story ideas at [email protected].
This article originally appeared on Salisbury Daily Times: Tickets for 17th annual OC Air Show, coming August 2024, on sale now
