Lights Over Dayton: A Celebration of Flight

Fireworks at the Air Force Museum June 27, 2026

Lights Over Dayton: A Celebration of Flight | June 26

(rain date June 27)

Presented by the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force and the National Aviation Heritage Area, this free, family-friendly drone show will light up the night sky above the Museum June 26. The show will bring the story of flight to life in lights, celebrating Ohio's rich aviation heritage in the place where flight began.

The Museum, National Aviation Hall of Fame, Air Force Museum Store and Attractions will remain open into the evening. Food trucks and community partners will be on site throughout the day, and guests are encouraged to arrive early, explore the Museum and grounds, and plan ahead for this one-night event.

Funding support provided from the Air Force Museum Foundation and the America 250-Ohio Commission. This event is part of the nationwide Freedom 250 celebration.

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National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

Lights Over Dayton: A Celebration of Flight is taking place at National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, which is located at 1100 Spaatz St. in Wright-Patterson AFB. National Museum of the U.S. Air Force - The world's largest and oldest military aviation museum, located in Dayton Ohio.