Amigo Airsho 2026 in El Paso: Your Weekend Guide (and Where to Stay)
The Blue Angels are coming to El Paso for Amigo Airsho 2026 in El Paso. On October 24-25, 2026, the MSSG Amigo Airsho, "Red, White & Blues," returns to Biggs Army Airfield on Fort Bliss. It's one of the borderland's biggest weekends of the year. Here's what you need to know to plan your trip, plus how to make the weekend easier by staying ten minutes from the flight line.
Who's Flying This Year
The 2026 lineup is one of the strongest the Airsho has had:
- U.S. Navy Blue Angels, the headliners and the reason many fans travel for this show
- U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor Demo Team
- U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team
- Kirby Chambliss, world-champion aerobatic pilot
- Undaunted Airshows
- The Pink Jet
- Torrey Ward & The MicroJet
Between flights, there are aircraft displays, vendors, and plenty for kids to explore.
Tickets: What to Know
- Buy early at amigoairsho.com. Tickets are emailed to you, so save them to your phone's wallet.
- Kids 12 and under get in free for general admission with a Kids' Boarding Pass, available at Peter Piper Pizza locations in El Paso and Las Cruces while supplies last.
- Active-duty military get in free with a valid military ID through the military check-in lane.
- Premier seating such as the shaded Sky Pavilion is available if you want reserved seats and shade.
Getting In: Fort Bliss Tips
The Airsho takes place on an active military installation, so plan ahead:
- Bring ID. Drivers need a valid license, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance. All passengers should carry ID too.
- Parking is free, and shuttles take guests from parking to the show grounds.
- Arrive early. Tens of thousands of people attend each year, and traffic backs up. [Confirm 2026 gate and show times on amigoairsho.com]
What to Bring (and What to Leave at the Hotel)
Bring: sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, ear protection for little ones (jets are LOUD), comfortable shoes, and a sealed water bottle or an empty reusable one. Free water and refill stations are provided.
Leave behind: coolers, outside food, alcohol, backpacks, pets (service animals are allowed), large umbrellas, canopies, bikes, scooters, and wagons. Strollers for small children are allowed. [Confirm the 2026 prohibited-items list]
Where to Stay: The Airsho Weekend Package
We're at 6791 Montana Ave, about a ten-minute drive from the Biggs Army Airfield gates, and we've put together a package for the weekend.
The Airsho Weekend Package — from $125 a night
✈️ Shuttle to the Sho. We'll drive you to the show and back, about ten minutes each way. No Fort Bliss traffic, no hunting for parking.
☕ Grab-and-go breakfast. Heading out before the buffet? Pick up a breakfast bag on your way through the lobby.
🕐 Late checkout on Sunday. Catch day two of the show, then come back and pack at your own pace.
From $125 a night in a Studio Queen suite, based on a two-night stay for the nights of October 24-25, 2026. Shuttle and late checkout are subject to availability, and the package can't be combined with other offers. Call (915) 772-8000 to book, or reserve at chasehotelelpaso.com.
Other ways to save
If the package isn't the right fit, these standing offers are:
- Military & Family Appreciation Rate: active military, veterans and their families save 20% on room rates. Present your military ID at check-in.
- Stay 2+ nights, save 15% on our best available rate.
Why families like staying with us for the Airsho
Every suite has a full kitchen, so you can pack snacks for the flight line and make a real dinner after a long day in the sun. There's complimentary hot breakfast every morning, an outdoor pool to cool off in, free Wi-Fi, a free airport shuttle if you're flying in, and we're pet friendly.
Rooms near Fort Bliss fill up fast on Airsho weekend, so book soon.
Make a Weekend of It
With the show wrapping up in the afternoon, you'll still have time to explore El Paso. Stop by the Fort Bliss museums, catch a sunset from Scenic Drive, or enjoy dinner downtown. [Optional: add 2-3 of your favorite local restaurant picks]
See You on the Flight Line!
Whether you're a lifelong aviation fan or bringing the kids to their first airshow, the 2026 Amigo Airsho is a weekend to remember. Grab your tickets, book your suite, and get ready to look up.
Performers and schedules can change due to weather or other factors. Check amigoairsho.com for the latest updates.