The English Riviera Airshow is set to mark its 10th anniversary with a weekend of displays in Paignton, Devon, from Friday 29 May to Sunday 31 May 2026. The free event, organised by Torbay Council in partnership with the English Riviera BID Company, is expected to draw approximately 200,000 visitors to the coastline.
The full aircraft lineup features a wide range of civilian and military teams, including the Royal Navy Black Cats, Jet Pitts, Firebirds, Starlings, Aerosuperbatics Wingwalkers, RAF Tutor, Jet Provost, Westland Wasp, and the Navy Wings Seafire. The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, which includes a Dakota, Hurricane, and Spitfire, is confirmed to perform on all three days of the event.
The Red Arrows will headline the displays on Friday and Saturday. This appearance will be a significant moment for the team, as it marks one of the first public displays led by Wing Cdr Sasha Nash, who is the first woman to lead the world-famous aerobatic team. The RAF Typhoon Display Team is also confirmed to perform on Saturday and Sunday.
While the event is free to attend, spectators have the option to purchase premium reserved seating for £35 per day to access prime beachside viewing areas. Parking packages are also available, offering all-day parking, an official pin badge, and an event programme.
About this article: This story was put together with the help of AI tools and checked by a real person on our team. We're a small crew trying to cover as much of the UK as we can on a limited budget. We're getting better every day - but we're not perfect yet. If something looks off, let us know. You're part of the process.
