Fort Pickens — Gulf Islands National Seashore
1400 Fort Pickens Road Pensacola Beach, FL 32561 (850) 934-2600
Watch the Movie, See it in Person: Your Guide to the Ultimate Blue Angels In-person Experience
Naval Air Station Pensacola proudly serves as the home base for the US Navy Blue Angels. When they're not flying and doing shows across the country, Pensacola remains home, year-round.
The Blue Angels IMAX Premiere is here - and we are sharing all the ways to experience the Blues off-screen to get into the spirit.
Enjoy the IMAX Movie
The Blue Angels - exclusively in IMAX theatres May 17th, streaming on Prime Video May 23rd. Check out the official trailer below! Get tickets here.
Practices at NAS Pensacola
America's favorite flight squadron takes to the skies on select days to practice its famed air shows March – November, and YOU can have a front-row seat to it.
While the angels launch from Naval Air Station Pensacola, there are several places to enjoy practices. Viewing opportunities outside of NAS Pensacola include Fort Pickens, boat cruises, and various points throughout downtown. See below for our list of upcoming Blue Angels air practices!
2024 Practice Schedule
March 26, 27*
April 2, 3*, 9, 10, 16, 17*, 23, 24*, 30
May 1*, 7, 8, 14, 15*, 28, 29*
June 4, 5*, 11, 12, 18, 25, 26
July 16, 17*, 23
August 21*, 27
September 4*, 10, 11*, 17, 24
October 16*, 22, 23*
*Indicates an autograph day in the Museum following the Blue Angels Practice.
The National Naval Aviation Museum is pleased to open the flight line behind the museum to view Blue Angels practice flight demonstrations. Gates open at 9:30 AM and the Blues are scheduled to take to the skies at 10:30 AM.
Experience a Blues Practice!
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Pensacola Bay City Ferry
750 S. Commendencia Street Pensacola, FL 32502 (850) 466-3379
NAS Pensacola
NAS Pensacola is a prominent United States Navy base known for its historic significance as the "Cradle of Naval Aviation." It serves as the primary training facility for naval aviators and is home to the renowned Blue Angels flight demonstration team.
Pensacola Airshows
Every year in Pensacola there are two Blue Angels Air Shows. The Pensacola Beach Airshow takes place in July, and the Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show takes place in November. Be sure to plan well in advance and grab a place to stay early for these, especially the July show on the beach.
National Naval Aviation Museum
Located on NAS Pensacola, the National Naval Aviation Museum is open to the public for visitors and is one of the world's largest aviation museums. As you explore this piece of history, you'll encounter more than 4,000 artifacts and 150 beautifully restored aircraft. If that isn't enough of a thrill, you've got to experience the motion-based flight simulator - the best part? Experiencing what it's like to be in an F/A-18 Hornet. How's that for immersing yourself into the Blue Angels experience?
Enjoy a Blue Angels Treat!
The Grand Marlin on Pensacola Beach's Blue Angel Chips - The perfect shareable for any group, The Grand Marlin's housemade chips are smothered in Statesboro Blue Cheese Sauce -- perfect for any Blues lover.
Blue Angels Brew at De Luna Coffee - For visitors looking for a bit of the Blues to take back home, De Luna Coffee offers a Blue Angels Blend and Blue Angels Fat Albert Blend that are the "ultimate wingmen" for any coffee lover.
Khon's on Palafox Street's Blue Angel Sushi Roll - Sushi lovers can indulge in a Blue Angels-inspired sushi roll at Khon's on Palafox St., featuring lump crab, cucumber, green onion, yellowtail, avocado, crab salad, and jalapeno.
The Blue Angel Drink at Bamboo Willie's - Bamboo Willies offers a frozen delight if you're on Pensacola beach - a blend of blue raspberry and vodka.
The Blue Angel Drink at Flounder's - Flounder's offers a Blue Angel drink - the perfect drink to feel that Blue Angel spirit.
Blue Angel Cookie at J's Bakery - Bring the whole family for a blue angel cookie at J's Bakery, delicious.
However you choose to experience the Blue Angels, whether at a practice, with a tasty treat, or at the theaters, enjoy it!
