Free! Red River Thunder Open House and Air Show is free to the public.

Yes, there will be designated portions of the parking lots for properly-tagged handicapped vehicles.

No, parking lots are reserved for transiting to and from the show only.

No, this event is open to the public. DoD ID card holders will be allowed to enter through the Jasmine gate.

Yes, however you will have to process through the security checkpoint again and inbound traffic lanes will be closed after 2:00 p.m.

Most of the vendors will accept major credit cards and there will be ATMs available on site for those who need cash.

Yes, there will be food, drinks, alcoholic drinks (we I.D.), and souvenirs available throughout the show area. There will be free water fountains to fill up the reusable water bottles.

Alcoholic beverages may be purchased at the event, with proper I.D. You may NOT bring alcoholic beverages into the Air Show.

Currently, there is no mask mandate, nor required proof of vaccination/negative test results. This is an outdoor event and hangar doors will be open to increase ventilation for STEM display areas. There are a number of bathrooms and hand washing stations on-site for ease of use. 

Yes, portable restrooms will be located throughout the event, including handicapped-accessible units. Handwashing and sanitization stations will also be available, as well as a nursing station. There will also be water bottle fill stations available with potable water for public consumption.

The open flight line offers no shade, however there are areas such as the STEM hangar that will provide a break from the sun. There will be some large, static aircraft with wingspans that provide limited shade, as well.

Yes! Not only is there a Kid's Zone filled with fun activities, there will also be a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics showcase packed with interactive booths and entertaining happenings, along with the A-26's Bomb Train Ride.

First aid will be available to treat minor ailments such as dehydration, minor cuts, bruises, and applications of emergency medications (such as Epi-pens). On-site medical personnel will stabilize and coordinate transportation to higher level of care for all other injuries and illnesses.

Absolutely! There are no restrictions on photography.

For sponsorship opportunities, please contact our Sponsorship POC, jennifer.hartman.2@us.af.mil.

Maybe. Many parking lots, especially near the flight line, will be blocked off for performers, staff, volunteers, and other airshow workers. Please consult the maps section of the airshow website to see which lots are available.

No pets are allowed, but service animals as defined by Title II and Title III of the ADA are allowed found here. 

No. For both safety and security, do not leave any personal items unattended. If something is lost please visit the lost and found tent next to the STEM fair.

We recommend you take a picture of your child that morning in case you get separated from your child. Find your nearest airshow worker and inform them so that it can be announced to be on the lookout for your child. Everyone will be given a wristband upon entrance where you can write down your phone number on your child's wristband (pens will be provided). Additionally, there will be a lost child tent next to the STEM fair.

Only in designated smoking areas. There is one smoking area on the North end of the ramp  and another near the main entrance.

Yes, if you are walking in with no additional items other than what is in your pockets, there will be expedited screening lanes to get entrance into the event.

Mobility aids such as wheelchairs, canes, and walkers, are permitted. Additionally, disabled parking will be available.