From July 24 to 26, 2026, the 20th Festival Aéreo de Gijón will take place in Gijón. One of the largest aviation events in Spain will once again gather thousands of spectators on the famous San Lorenzo beach, where for three days, attendees will be able to see demonstration flights of modern combat aircraft, helicopters, aerobatic teams, and rescue aviation.
Where and When
📍 Gijón, San Lorenzo Bay
📅 July 24-26, 2026
The best viewing spots are along the San Lorenzo beach promenade, where tens of thousands of spectators traditionally gather.
What Spectators Will See
The organizers have prepared a rich program featuring military, civilian, and rescue aviation from Spain and international guests.
Among the announced participants:
Aerobatics
- Yak Stars Acrobatic Team (Yak-52)
- Daedalus Demo Team (T-6 Texan, Hellenic Air Force)
- Francis Giménez (autogyro)
- Camilo Benito (Extra 330 SC)
- Jorge Loureiro (Sukhoi Su-26M)
- Aerosparx (Grob G109)
Military Aviation
- Eurofighter C16
- Airbus A400M
- AV-8B Harrier II
- CH-47 Chinook
- NH90
- SH-60 Seahawk
Rescue Services
- Canadair CL-215T
- Salvamento Marítimo Helimer 401
- Guardia Civil
- Bomberos de Asturias
- Guardia Civil Parachute Team
Additionally, guests can expect demonstration jumps by parachutists, flybys of historical and modern aircraft, as well as joint performances by various branches of the Spanish Armed Forces.
A Celebration for the Whole Family
The aviation festival has long been one of the hallmarks of summer in Gijón. The San Lorenzo promenade transforms into a huge viewing platform where spectators can watch performances by world-class pilots for free.
During the festival, numerous cafes, restaurants, and relaxation areas operate in the city, making it convenient to combine the event with a stroll around Gijón and relaxation by the sea.
Useful Information
- 📅 Dates: July 24-26, 2026
- 📍 Location: San Lorenzo Bay, Gijón
- 🎟 Entry: free
- 👨👩👧👦 Suitable for family visits.
If you are planning to spend the last weekend of July in Asturias, Festival Aéreo de Gijón will be one of the most impressive events of the summer, combining aviation, the sea, and the atmosphere of a large urban celebration.
