SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo
April 9-14, 2024
What’s Included In Your SUN ‘n FUN Single Day or Weekly Ticket?
- Daily Airshow
- Wednesday & Saturday Night Airshows
- Over 500 Aviation-Focused Exhibitors
- Access to the Showplanes on the Flightline
- Static Military Aircraft and Demonstration Flights
- Register your Aircraft to be judged
- Fly-By Showcase
- Educational & FAA Forums, Workshops, and Seminars
- Museum Lectures
- Evening Movies and entertainment programs
- Shuttle Transportation throughout the site
- Kids 10 and under are FREE
- Free Admission to the Florida Air Museum
Gates
- Admission Gates open at 8 am
- Parking Lot Gates open at 7 am
| ADMISSION RATES | ||
|---|---|---|
| SINGLE DAY | ||
| General Admission | Adult | $45 |
| Adult Member | $40 | |
| Youth (All - 11-17) | $20 | |
| Children 10 and Under | Free | |
| WEEKLY | ||
| General Admission | Adult | $170 |
| Adult Member | $140 | |
| Youth (All - 11-17) | $70 | |
| Children (10 and Under) | Free | |
| PARKING | ||
| Auto Parking - Single Day | General (purchased online) | $10 |
| General (purchased onsite) | $20 | |
| Preferred (purchased onsite only) | $30 | |
| Auto Parking - Weekly | General ( purchased online) | $60 |
| General (purchased onsite) | $80 | |
| Aircraft Parking | Event Admission Required | Free |
| SPECIALS | ||
| 9/27 Club - Single Day | Adult - Tues | Thur | $185 |
| Adult - Fri | $200 | |
| Adult - Sun | $225 | |
| Adult - Wed | Sat | $250 | |
| 9/27 Club - Weekly | Adult | $1,000 |
| Children (0-3) | Free | |
| 9/27 Club - Parking | Single Day | $35 |
| Weekly | $120 | |
| Preferred Airshow Seating | Event Admission Required | $35 |
| Preferred Photo Seating | Event Admission Required | $45 |
| Florida Resident (Sat. & Sun.) | Adult - Weekend | $45 |
| Youth (11-17) | $20 | |
| Florida Resident | Adult - Sunday Only | $30 |
| Youth - Sunday Only (11-17) | $10 | |
| Children 10 and Under | Free | |
| After 5:00 PM General Admission Specials (sold onsite only) | Tuesday - Includes Concert - Adult | Youth | $45 | $20 |
| Wednesday & Saturday - Includes Night Airshow & Fireworks - Adult | Youth | $20 | $10 | |
| Thursday & Friday - Adult | Youth | $10 | |
| The Bash! A Party with a Purpose - ACE Fundraiser | Solo | $150 |
| Squadron (Party of 8) | $1,500 |
Buying Tickets Online
For your convenience, most tickets to SUN ‘n FUN are available online. Simply click the BUY TICKETS button below or under any of the options below.
Each printed online paper ticket can be redeemed for a SUN ‘n FUN wristband at the online ticket redemption area at Main Registration, Camper Registration, East Registration, Vintage Registration in the Vintage Hospitality building, Homebuilt Registration at Homebuilt Parking and by our flightline Mobile Registration team (Mobile Registration only during non-airshow hours).
- Single Day General Admission tickets are not date-assigned.
- Purchase the number of single day tickets for the number of days times the number of guests attending.
Online Ticket Redemption Info
Redeeming Your Online Ticket via Driving to SUN ‘n FUN.
If arriving by automobile, please proceed to our main entrance Registration Building north of the SUN ‘n FUN main parking lot on Pipkin Road to redeem your paper ticket.
You can purchase parking online for $10 Single Day / $60 Weekly. The parking fee at the gate will be “Cash Only” $20 Single Day or $80 Weekly / PREFERRED $30 Single Day (onsite only). So purchasing parking online is recommended. Courtesy tram transportation is available in the parking area.
If you are flying your aircraft into SUN ‘n FUN, you may redeem your printed online paper ticket or as displayed on your mobile phone for a SUN ‘n FUN admission wristband at airside locations servicing our fly-in aircraft:
- Vintage Headquarters
- Homebuilt Registration
- General Aircraft Camping Registration
- Mobile Registration team operating 2-4 vehicles on-field during non-airshow hours.
Once you arrive, you may also take advantage of upgrading your SUN ‘n FUN experience by purchasing an entry to our 9/27 Club which is available to all guests. After purchasing your event admission at one of the locations mentioned above, you may purchase this upgrade by going directly to the 9/27 Club Chalet.
| CAMPING RATES - RV/TENT | All pricing includes sales & bed tax | |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly | April 9-14, 2024 | |
| Package One | Includes 1 Admission | $308 |
| Package Two | Includes 2 Admissions | $448 |
| Camping Only | Not Available Online | $168 |
| Single Day | April 9-14, 2024 | On-Site Purchase Only! |
| Single Day | Admission Required | $42 |
| Early | Prior to April 9 | $35 |
| CAMPING RATES - AIRCRAFT | All pricing includes sales & bed tax | Come Camp with US... in your plane! |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly | April 9-14, 2024 | |
| Package One | Includes 1 Admission | $308 |
| Package Two | Includes 2 Admissions | $448 |
| Camping Only | Not Available Online | $168 |
| Single Day | April 9-14, 2024 | On-Site Purchase Only! |
| Single Day | Admission Required | $35 |
| Early | Prior to April 9 | N/C |
| Fly 'n Early Packages | Arrive as early as Sat. 4/6 - Depart Thur. 4/11 | |
| Package One | Includes 1 Admission | $190 |
| Package Two | Includes 2 Admissions | $310 |
On-Site Camping Tickets
Onsite camping is available in SUN ‘n FUN’s 60-acre campground for RV and tent camping and for general aircraft camping in five airside locations: General Aircraft Camping, Vintage Aircraft Camping, Homebuilt Camping, Seaplane Camping and Overnight Aircraft Camping.
Weekly SUN ‘n FUN Camping may be purchased online prior to arrival, Campers arriving prior to the beginning of the show will be required to pay a camping fee for each day prior to the start of the event. If you choose to purchase camping upon arrival, you will be required to purchase camping for the remainder of the event if you plan to camp in the main SUN ‘n FUN campground. Overnight RV camping is also available near the Camper Registration Building at 4238 Hamilton Rd. – Lakeland. (Please follow signage.)
*Please note: All tickets are non-refundable.
Admission Rates and Information
Above are the admission rates for the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo. Admission includes single day or weekly access to all activities, attractions, exhibitor displays, forums and workshops throughout the day and evening of the show.
SUN ‘n FUN offers several admission discounts based on membership affiliations, Florida residency or Military service. Tickets are available onsite at the Main Entrance Admissions, Campground Registration and from Mobile Registration welcoming fly-in aircraft. For your convenience, tickets may be ordered online and redeemed for a wristband onsite.
See you in April!
Member Admission Purchase
SUN ‘n FUN provides general admission ticket discounts to eligible individuals who are members or belong to any one of these Aviation Member Associations, Chapters or Groups. In addition to the listed organizations below, a discount is also provided to Licensed Pilots, Licensed Aircraft & Powerplant Mechanics, and Active/Retired U.S. Military.
SUN ‘n FUN has provided each Aviation Member Association with a unique promo code for their members. Please review the list below to confirm your organization’s participation and contact their member office to determine your member discount code.
A discount code is required for a discounted online purchase, and a member ID card is required at the ticket window for an on-site purchase.
- A promotional code is required by all recognized Aviation Member Associations to purchase member-discounted admission tickets online (including FAM and EAA). The member associations have been provided promotional codes for their members.
- Members can purchase one additional single day or weekly ticket at the member’s rate. Additional registrations can be purchased at the non-member rate.
This code will NOT discount camping or any upgraded ticket, discounts apply to general admission tickets only!
Approved Member Organizations for General Admission Discounts
If you are a member of one of the following participating aviation associations you may purchase discounted General Admission (only) to the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo online. All members must be prepared to show proof of current membership (current membership card or I.D.) when redeeming an online ticket or when purchasing admission at any onsite ticket sales location.
- Academy of Model Aeronautics – AMA
- Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association – AOPA
- Air Line Pilots Association Int’l – ALPA
- Allied Pilot Association – APA
- American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics – AIAA
- Antique Airplane Association – AAA
- Canadian Owners & Pilots Association – COPA
- Civil Air Patrol, Florida Wing – CAP
- Commemorative Air Force – CAF
- Experimental Aircraft Association – EAA
- Florida Air Museum (Support ACE/SNF) – FAM
- Florida Antique Biplane Association – FABA
- Florida Cub Flyers – FCF
- Florida Sport Aviation Antique and Classic Association – FSAACA
- National Association of Flight Instructors – NAFI
- National Business Aviation Association – NBAA
- OX-5 Aviation Pioneers – OX5
- Quiet Birdman, Inc. – QB’s
- Retired Airline Pilots of Canada – RAPC
- Seaplane Pilots Association – SPA
- Silver Wings Fraternity – SWF
- Society of Aviation and Flight Educators – SAFE
- The Ninety-Nines, Inc. / The Friends of the Ninety-Nines – 99’s
- Ultralight Pilots Association of Canada – UPAC
- U.S. Power Paraglider Association – USPPA
- U.S. Ultralight Association – USUA
- Warbirds of America – WBA
- Women in Aviation – WIA
Florida Air Museum Memberships
Renew or become a member of the Florida Air Museum at SUN ‘n FUN and take advantage of the reduced SUN ‘n FUN admission rates for Florida Air Museum members among other year-round member benefits.
Click here to check out Florida Air Museum’s Member Benefits!
You will be able to renew or join the Florida Air Museum and enjoy its member-discounted admission rates for single day or weekly wristbands.
- Student FAM Membership: $25/year
- Individual FAM Membership: $50/year
- Dual FAM Membership: $75/year
- Family FAM Membership: $100/year
Join the Florida Air Museum and take advantage of this special discount.
Preferred Airshow Seating
(Purchase of an Admission Ticket is also required.)
Enjoy the airshow up close and personal…
The Preferred Airshow Seating Area is relocating to the north side of the Manufactured Display exhibits along the airshow line just west of the chalets. You will have access to seating, restrooms, some shade (not all areas are shaded), bag storage, and complimentary water during the daily airshow. NEW for this year, food and beer will be available in this area for purchase! If you plan to experience the Preferred Seating area, there is no need to bring your own chairs, they are provided. Umbrellas are NOT permitted.
Single Day Preferred Airshow Seating can be purchased online, please make sure you are purchasing a ticket for the day you intend to be at SUN ‘n FUN. Purchase of a $35 ticket (per person) allows for all-day access to the Preferred Seating Area. Children 6 and under are free, however, a ticket is required for ALL preferred seating guests, including children 6 and under. Night airshow: Regular tram schedules are unavailable after 8 p.m. Purchase of convention admission is required in addition to the Preferred Seating ticket purchase.
Please be aware that the Preferred Seating Area does not include any benefits for the Tuesday night concert. This Preferred Seating area is for flightline viewing only.
Please note: Tickets will only be honored for the day they are purchased.
Preferred Photo Seating
Amateur Photo Seating | (Purchase of Admission Ticket is also required.)
- Exclusive Photo Area with access to elevated bleachers providing unobstructed photo shooting opportunities.
- Located just west of the Preferred Airshow Seating, now located along the airshow line in the main commercial exhibit area.
- Purchase of convention admission is required in addition to the Preferred Photo Seating purchase.
Please be aware that the Preferred Photo Seating Area does not include any benefits for the Tuesday night concert. This Preferred Photo Seating area is for flightline viewing only.
9/27 Club – VIP Upgrades
It’s “the” place to be at SUN ’n FUN – the 9/27 Club, up close and personal at show-center along Runway 9/27!
Please Note: All 9/27 CLUB Members will enter through Lakeland Airside Center. THE 9/27 CHECK-IN TENT AND PARKING LOT IS OPEN DAILY FROM 8 A.M. TO 5 P.M. Please use GPS address: 3265 Aircraft Dr. Lakeland, FL 33811 or follow signs to 9/27 Club Check-in and parking area (9/27 Club Parking purchase is required. If you did not purchase a 9/27 Club Parking ticket online, it will be available for purchase at the check-in area or may park in the general parking area for $10 (if purchased online / $20 at the gate).
Have a direct line of sight to incredible feats of aviation right in front of you while enjoying the convenience of an air-conditioned chalet, outdoor patio seating, food, beverages and southern hospitality.
Purchasing 9/27 tickets online prior to the event is highly recommended and is available for pre-purchase until Saturday, April 6, 2024. Purchase onsite will require an event admission purchase in addition to 9/27 Club purchase.
After 5:00 PM General Admission Specials
After 5:00 pm Ticket Specials are sold onsite only. Auto parking fees will be collected on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Tuesday after 5:00 pm: Adult $45 | Youth $20– Includes Opening Day Concert – Dylan Scott with Special Guest, Sara Evans – 6:00 pm
- Wednesday and Saturday after 5:00 pm: Adult $20 | Youth $10 – Includes Night Airshow and Fireworks!
- Thursday and Friday after 5:00 pm: Adult | Youth $10 – Includes scheduled evening activities – see Daily Schedule.
Third-Party Ticket Sales
Flysnf.ticketapp.org is the official website to purchase tickets for the Aerospace Expo. Third-party ticket sale websites do not have permission to sell or resell our tickets; therefore, tickets purchased through these venues are not guaranteed for entry or refunds. Admission wristbands are not transferable and will be confiscated, surrendered and/or deactivated for misuse with no refunds. SUN ‘n FUN is a private, non-governmental entity and controls all access to the Aerospace Expo, all use of its property & reserves the right to exclude anyone at any time from the grounds. Tickets are non-refundable whether used or unused. Purchase of tickets indicates agreement of all terms and conditions stated here, in our FAQ and on our main website at https://flysnf.org/terms-of-service/