Time
Event
Notes
7:30 AM
Breakfast with the BluesThe Blue Angels arrive and circle overhead to mark the show's coordinates and center points.
Arrival day
All Day
Practice sessions along the beachNo formal civilian program — expect intermittent flyovers as the team sets up for the week.
Informal
Time
Event
Notes
2:00 PM
Blue Angels Full Practice ShowBlue Angels only — no civilian aerobatic acts fly on Thursday.
Practice
Time
Event
Notes
10:30 AM
Civilian & military demonstrations beginFull lineup of warbirds and aerobatic performers.
Gates open
2:00 PM
Blue Angels Dress RehearsalA full-length Blue Angels demonstration, identical in shape to Saturday's show.
Headliner
Friday runs the same shape as Saturday with lighter crowds — a good option if you'd rather skip peak traffic.
Time
Event
Notes
10:30 AM
Official Air Show beginsFlight activity opens with the full civilian and military lineup.
Gates open
1:30 PM
Water breakWater sports pause ahead of the finale.
Water closed
1:45 PM
Aerobatic box clearsBoats and swimmers clear the restricted area for the Blue Angels.
Clearing
2:00 PM
U.S. Navy Blue AngelsSix F/A-18 Super Hornets and Fat Albert — the 45-minute finale.
Main Event
2:45 PM
Show concludesExpect the heaviest traffic of the week for the next 1–2 hours. See the traffic guide.
Departure
The Blue Angels' signature moves
Watch for these during the 45-minute finale on Friday and Saturday.