ATLANTIC CITY - Following a widely successful debut, Visit Atlantic City and Herb Gillen Airshows are excited to bring back the second annual Soar & Shore Airshow presented by Visit Atlantic City taking place May 29-31. The free, family-friendly event will once again fill Atlantic City’s skies with thrilling aviation displays, acting as the unofficial summer kickoff. The event will begin at noon each day and conclude around 3 p.m.
The initial slate of performers features the U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor and the U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II Demo Team as its headlining acts.
“Last year, we reimagined the Atlantic City airshow into something that completely exceeded all expectations and we’re excited to see how the Soar & Shore Airshow presented by Visit Atlantic City thrives over new dates,” Visit Atlantic City CEO Gary Musich said. “By moving the Soar & Shore Airshow to May, visitors and locals can kick off the summer in Atlantic City, while experiencing a diverse lineup of entertainment, alongside everything that makes our destination special from our beaches and Boardwalk to local businesses, restaurants and casino resorts.”
“You would be hard pressed to find a more exciting kickoff to summer event anywhere than experiencing firsthand the world’s most sophisticated aircraft soaring over the boardwalk and beaches of Atlantic City,” show producer Herb Gillen said. “Atlantic City has a well-earned national reputation for its top-quality entertainment and the Soar & Shore Airshow will provide the thrills and excitement that people have come to expect from this city. We expect families from across the region to flock to the beach this May for this incredible and free show.”
While general admission is free, the show features reserved premium seating in luxury catered tents for purchase, but tickets are limited and prices will increase as more are sold.
Prior to ticket sales opening to the general public, Airshow Insights and Visit Atlantic City email subscribers will have the opportunity to purchase tickets in advance, beginning 8 a.m. Saturday, March 28. Airshow Insights is an email signup that provides fans with exclusive updates on tickets, performers and other airshow information. After the early access release, tickets will then be made available to the public through the show’s website on Tuesday, March 31.
Exhibitor opportunities and corporate partnerships are available for companies and organizations seeking upscale hospitality experiences. Email [email protected] for additional information.
Headline Performers
The USAF F-22 Raptor is the world’s most advanced fighter aircraft and one of the most sought-after demonstrations on the air show circuit. Its incredible maneuverability, aided by its computerized controls and powerful, thrust-vectoring jet engines, makes the Raptor one of the most advanced technological marvels on the planet.
The USMC F-35B Lightning II Demo Team dazzles crowds wherever they demonstrate the incredible capabilities of the F-35B. The aircraft is the U.S. Marine Corps’ short takeoff and vertical landing (STOVL) variant of the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter. Equipped with fifth-generation stealth, advanced sensors and network-enabled capabilities, the F-35B is designed to operate from expeditionary airfields, amphibious ships and other environments with limited runway space.
Initial Soar & Shore Airshow Demonstrations Include*:
*Performance lineup is subject to change.
For more information about the Soar & Shore Airshow and additional activities and events, visit the official event page.
