FourLeaf Air Show moves to July 4 weekend in 2026

Next year’s Jones Beach FourLeaf Air Show will be held Sunday, July 5 and Monday, July 6, rather than on Memorial Day weekend, as part of the celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States.

“To celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday, we are excited to hold the FourLeaf Air Show at Jones Beach over Fourth of July Weekend to be part of an amazing semiquincentennial celebration in New York,” Governor Kathy Hochul said in a news release.

“The air show is a popular summer tradition that millions of New Yorkers and visitors alike have enjoyed throughout its history,” she added. “I encourage all to get offline, get outside and take advantage of these opportunities to enjoy all the unique recreational activities that New York has to offer.”

The date change is in conjunction with Fleet Week New York, which has also moved from Memorial Day weekend to the July 4th weekend.

The U.S. Navy Blue Angels will headline the air show as part of the celebration. Additional military performers and internationally known civilian aerobatic performers are expected to participate in the show.

Linda Armyn, CEO and president of FourLeaf Federal Credit Union, the show’s title sponsor, said in the news release that “we are thrilled to join New York State in celebrating our nation’s 250th birthday with our amazing air show on the July 4th weekend. “

The show, she said, “is a once-in-a-generation milestone, and we are proud to showcase the spirit of freedom, innovation, and community that the air show embodies. It will be an unforgettable weekend of awe-inspiring aviation and patriotic pride, as we honor our nation’s legacy and future.”

Last year’s air show at Jones Beach saw over 300,000 attendees despite overcast and cool temperatures. The attendees also generated $35.8 million in potential economic impact, according to the state.

On Memorial Day weekend in 2026, Jones Beach State Park will host events to continue the tradition of honoring fallen U.S. soldiers.

The FourLeaf Air Show will return on Memorial Day Weekend in 2027.