Marvel at hundreds of aircraft at The Royal International Air Tattoo this summer

Name: Marvel at hundreds of aircraft at The Royal International Air Tattoo this summer
Start: 2026-07-17T07:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-07-19T07:30:00+01:00
Location: The Royal International Air Tattoo 2026

Marvel at hundreds of aircraft at The Royal International Air Tattoo this summer

Prepare for takeoff as the world's biggest military airshow, The Royal International Air Tattoo returns to Gloucestershire this summer 2026 鈥� featuring awe-inspiring aircraft from all over the world and plenty more for visitors of all ages to enjoy.

By Jake Chown | Published Thursday 30 April 2026

Taking place at RAF Fairford in the Cotswolds, The Royal International Air Tattoo 2026 will feature fighter jets from around the world as part of this year's event theme, Fighter Meet.

From Friday 17 to Sunday 19 July 2026 Add to calendar

One of Gloucestershire's most anticipated annual events, The Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) is returning to the Cotswolds in 2026, with hundreds of aircraft on display both in the skies and on the ground.

When and where is The Royal International Air Tattoo 2026?

The Royal International Air Tattoo 2026 takes place across three days from Friday 17 to Sunday 19 July 2026, at RAF Fairford near Cirencester.

What to expect from The Royal International Air Tattoo 2026?

The world's biggest military air show, RIAT combines thrilling air displays from skilled pilot teams with static displays on the ground, allowing visitors to get 'up close and personal' with military aircraft from across the globe.

This year's event theme, Fighter Meet, will see fighter jets from around the world take to the Gloucestershire skies, including aircraft used in air-to-air combat in the last century like the Havilland Vampire FB.52, and modern examples, such as the Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II.

Visitors can also explore the latest advancements in science and tech in RIAT's Techno Zone庐; enjoy food and drinks, shopping and entertainment 鈥� and snap a selfie with a pilot 鈥� in the Aircrew Zone; dive into life in the Royal Air Force at the RAF Experience; and for an extra fee, gain access to one of its hospitality enclosures.

Parents and children can enjoy the show with shaded areas, garden seating and private toilets in the family enclosure; while Altitude offers visitors an 'upbeat' atmosphere with a live DJ and all-inclusive food and drinks, with several more offering comfort and luxury with great views of all the action in the skies, too.

How much are tickets to The Royal International Air Tattoo 2026?

Standard day admission tickets start at 拢47.50, while children aged under 18 go free with a paying adult, with no restrictions on the number of children per adult.