Toronto 
If you want to watch a truly incredible show this Labour Day weekend, you can’t go wrong when you check out the Canadian International Air Show.
Credit: Canadian International Air Show
North America’s longest-running air show will be celebrating its 76th edition in 2025 and the annual performance will feature the Royal Canadian Air Force and United States Air Force aerobatic teams.
2025 Performers include:
- Canadian Forces Snowbirds
- F-35 Demonstration Team
- Dan Fortin – Nanchang CJ6
- Edenvale Classic Aircraft Foundation – Fleet Cornell
- Luke Penner – Extra 330SC
- Marco Rusconi & The P-51 Mustang
- Mike & Samantha Tryggvason – AirShow Cat Wingwalker
- Northern Stars – Pitts team
- RCAF – CP-140 Aurora
- Trevor Rafferty – Christen Eagle
- CF 18 Demonstration
- RCAF CH-146 Griffon
Canadian International Air Show runs for three days, and each day, the show will be fun, breathtaking, and expertly choreographed. The exact schedule will be announced daily and is subject to change due to weather and maintenance.
There will be several designated areas where you can watch the air show.
Credit: Canadian International Air Show
There is an exclusive ticketed area at Marilyn Bell Park (1095 Lake Shore Blvd. West) directly in front of the Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex, from where you can enjoy a live narration of the show.
Food trucks and a “Refuelling Station Bar” will be located in the ticketed area to purchase drinks and food. Premier ticket holders (Flight Deck tickets) can enjoy an open bar with wine, beer, pop and water and a lunch buffet featuring meat, vegetarian and vegan options, sides, salads, and tasty desserts.
The free STEM area returns this year, featuring full-size aircraft on display, aerospace exhibits, and more.
Those who want a luxurious experience can get tickets to the Sky Lounge Experience at Hotel X. The ticket holders can view the show from the Viewing Deck at the High Park Terrace, and enjoy music, great vibes, tasty eats, and ice-cold refreshments. Packages range from event access with a lunch buffet to complete VIP packages including lunch, drink tickets, premium seating, and a grazing station.
You can also see the show from the CNE grounds near the waterfront. If you want a glimpse of aerobatics for free, watch from Lakeshore Boulevard along the public parks on the waterfront from the Humber Bay Bridge to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport or Toronto Islands.
The airshow runs from 12:00 p.m. to 3:40 p.m. daily.
The air show zone opens to ticket holders each day of the show from 10:00 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. There will be a pre-show Water Display taking place from 11:30 a.m. to 11:59 a.m.
For those unable to attend in person, the air show will be livestreamed on August 30 and 31, with a viewing link available on the official website to enjoy from home.
Green P parking lot # 855, a 10-minute walk away, is the closest parking to the Exclusive Air Show Zone.
Trip Planning: 2025 Canadian International Air Show
What:
The Canadian International Air Show is a jam-packed air display showcasing modern military jets, vintage warbirds, and thrilling aerobatics.
Where:
Marilyn Bell Park, 1095 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto
Canadian National Exhibition Grounds, Toronto
Parking: Green P parking lot # 855 (near OVO Athletic Centre)
How Much:
Free and ticketed areas.
General Admission:
$99.00 + Ticket Service Fee + HST
Children 4 and under enter for free with a General Admission ticket holder.
VIP Tickets: Various options
When:
Saturday, August 30 to Monday, September 1, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. – 3:40 p.m.
Practice Day: Friday, August 29, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. – 3:40 p.m.
This is extremely disappointing that the SNOWBIRDS will not make an appearance….this is what we all look forward to…..not even bothering to go!!!!