Mark your calendar for these exciting events! Click on an event name in the list below to jump to its details and check back here or follow us on Facebook for the latest updates.

Discovering Flight Summer Camp: June & July
Blood Drive: Fri., Aug. 7
DARPA Lift Challenge / Flite Fest: August 6-9
Fitness Under the Wings: Sat., August 22
Rocket Day: Sat., Sept. 26
Girls in Aviation and Stem Day: Sept. 27

Explore Iconic Starfighters: Rivals of the Silver Screen, a limited-time special exhibit featuring two full-scale, fan-created spacecraft inspired by some of the most recognizable designs from the silver screen. Brought to the Museum by the Air Force Museum Foundation, these detailed recreations highlight the connection between real-world aviation and the imaginative spacecraft designs seen in film.

On display through Dec. 31, 2026, in the Fourth Building Special Exhibit Space. Additionally, plans call for members of the Ohio Garrison - 501st Legion to be on hand at the exhibit in full Star Wars character costumes each Saturday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Iconic Starfighters features fan-created recreations inspired by the Star Wars franchise. This exhibit is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Disney Enterprises Inc., Lucasfilm Ltd. LLC, Lucas Licensing Ltd., Lucas Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC, or any of their affiliates. Federal endorsement of named private entities is not implied.

Give the gift of life with your blood donation at the Museum!

Friday, August 7 from 10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. under the wings of the B-52 in the second building. Walk-ins are welcome or pre-register here. 

ASBP will provide t-shirts and snacks following your donation. 

All blood types are accepted and there is currently a significant need for type O blood. Additionally, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), has updated guidance for the Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (vCJD) or “Mad Cow” disease deferral. Contact the Armed Services Blood Program for more information. 

This monthly program will also be onsite Oct 24 and Nov 24 & 25.

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!

The Museum will host the DARPA Lift Challenge August 6-9, a unique aviation competition where teams of engineers, students, and innovators compete for a share of $6.5 million in prizes by pushing the limits of unmanned flight. Visitors can observe cutting-edge aircraft demonstrations and experience aviation innovation in action. Flite Fest, a family-friendly radio-control aviation event, will also take place on Museum grounds during the week.

See full event details here.

Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Join us for Rocket Day, a free family-friendly event celebrating science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Kids of all ages can build and launch their own model rocket and enjoy hands-on activities, interactive demonstrations, and opportunities to explore the exciting world of aerospace and rocketry.

Additional details and the full schedule of activities will be announced as they become available.

Rocket Day is made possible through the generous support of the Air Force Museum Foundation. (Federal endorsement not implied)

Sept. 27, 2026 | 10 AM - 3 PM |  FREE event
Join the National Aviation Hall of Fame for an exciting, free event designed to inspire curiosity and confidence in young girls ages 6–17. Explore careers in aviation and STEM through hands-on activities, meeting female role models in aviation, and learning about exciting career possibilities in aerospace. 

Be inspired by a special keynote from Joan Sullivan Garrett, founder of MedAire, sharing how her groundbreaking mission delivers lifesaving medical care in the air. 

Learn more and register here.
Federal Endorsement Not Implied