Let’s Talk Firsts: America’s 250-Year Story
Saturday, January 24 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Join us for a special day of discovery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force as we kick off America 250-Ohio with Let’s Talk Firsts: America’s 250-Year Story. This interactive event will focus on Ohio's significant contributions to aviation and aerospace history, showcasing Ohio Firsts & Originals that helped define America's role in the global story of airpower and innovation.

Visitors will have the opportunity to engage with knowledgeable Museum volunteers stationed throughout the galleries. These informal, volunteer-led conversations will highlight key artifacts, aircraft, and stories that reveal how Ohio’s innovations paved the way for national milestones.

Don't miss this chance to explore the pivotal role Ohio played in shaping the nation’s aerospace legacy.

Grab your water bottle join us each month on Saturday mornings for an invigorating series of wellness sessions held right beneath the Museum's iconic historic aircraft. These community-friendly events are designed to cater to participants of all fitness levels and are the perfect way to kick-start your weekend.

Each session will be led by experienced local instructors in a range of wellness activities, from yoga and Zumba to stretching, mobility exercises, and mindful movement. These events will foster a sense of connection, well-being, and mindfulness in a unique and inspiring setting. 

Choose what works best for you! Along with the guided class, participants are welcome to enjoy a self-guided walking session during the event time — both options use the same registration link.

View the current schedule of sessions here. 

Calling All Instructors: Lead the Way in Wellness! We’re inviting local fitness instructors to be part of this exciting new initiative! If you're passionate about wellness and enjoy leading inclusive, fun sessions, we’d love for you to be a part of Fitness Under the Wings. Whether your expertise lies in yoga, Zumba, stretching, or any other movement-based wellness activity, we want to hear from you! Registration info here!

Valentine’s Day, Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, sees the return of a fan-favorite event, After Dark: Swing the Night Away! Try your hand (or should we say feet) at swing dancing on the dance floor.

Enjoy artifacts not normally on display, plus enjoy themed open aircraft, trivia with prizes, games, food, and cash bars. Kiss your Valentine under the wings of history. 

After Dark events are for adults only (ages 21+). Tickets for Swing the Night Away are $45. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., and the event will run from 6-10 p.m.

👉 Learn more at the Air Force Museum Foundation events page here.

This event is presented by the Air Force Museum Foundation. Federal endorsement not implied.

Micro Drone Races: Feb. 20 - 22

See fast flying micro machines as pilots maneuver their drones over, under, around and through the C-124 Globemaster II and Twin Mustang aircraft during a micro drone races that will take place in the museum’s second building. Spectators will be able to watch the race along the course, as well as from a large screen that will show the drones’ perspective as they are racing.