** NORTHERN ILLINOIS AIRSHOW**
See you in September 2025!

Helpful Hints!

You will find helpful hints below to help you have the best experience you can at the Northern Illinois Airshow.

  • Leave home early
  • Car pool
  • Prepare for the sun - bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
  • Bring ear protection, especially for children & infants
  • Wear comfortable shoes
  • No bikes, skateboards, rollerblades or scooters
  • Do not touch aircraft unless you've been invited to do so
  • Do not climb on aircraft
  • Pay attention to signage
  • Do not cross over ropes & fences intended for crowd control
  • Identify a place and time to meet should you get lost
  • No pets allowed
  • No smoking or vaping on airport grounds, except in designated areas

Please check out our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section answer all your airshow questions.

Please respect all rules of the Northern Illinois Airshow

Over 20,000 Spectators were at the 2019 Northern Illinois Airshow (formerly the Wings Over Waukegan/Waukegan Air Show) - Great Exposure for your company and food.

Over 20,000 Spectators were at the 2019 Northern Illinois Airshow (formerly the Wings Over Waukegan/Waukegan Air Show) - Great Exposure for your company and food.