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Yealands Classic Fighters Omaka is an action-packed family-friendly event and in 2025 it will be held over Easter Weekend, 18th - 20th of April. We'll be celebrating 20+ years of spectacular flying, magical moments of shows past and magnificent machines both in the air and on the ground!
Now we have got to the pointy end of the event, here are some fast facts to help you get to the show on time!
Show Opening & Closing Times
Gates open at 8am daily. On Friday, the gates close at 8 pm. On Saturday and Sunday they close at 5 pm.
Limited parking is available. Please consider ride-sharing with friends and family or utilising the bus service. Whatever you do, give yourself plenty of time to ensure you don't miss your favourite act!
If you have a camping pass, entry is via Richardson Avenue, off New Renwick Road. Please present this to your friendly site host. Don't know where to go? Here's a map.
To enter the show, present your electronic ticket (or a paper copy) to be scanned at the gate. These are valid for one use only. Tickets are also available at the gate, payable with cash or EFTPOS.
You are welcome to bring camp chairs and blankets to watch the show. However, please do not bring large chilly bins, and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. A wide range of food and trade stalls are waiting to serve you! Dogs are not permitted on the air field.
We hope you enjoy Yealands Classic Fighters and remember to follow us on Facebook for updates during the show!
Get ready for an unforgettable Easter Weekend as Marlborough Lines Classic Fighters Omaka Airshow returns from 26-28 March 2027!
This time, we're joining forces with the Royal New Zealand Air Force to celebrate its 90th Anniversary, bringing together an extraordinary line-up of historic warbirds and modern military aircraft. From the legendary aircraft of the Air Force Heritage Flight to the mighty C-130J Hercules, Boeing 757, breathtaking aerobatic displays and iconic WW1 and WW2 fighters, the Marlborough skies will come alive with the sights and sounds of aviation history.
We're also Putting on the Ritz, celebrating the glamour of aviation's Golden Age alongside classic cars, spectacular fireworks, fantastic food and entertainment for the whole family.
Don't miss New Zealand's biggest warbird spectacular this Easter. Book your tickets now!
