Dubuque Air Show & Fireworks 2024 in Iowa

Dubuque Air Show & Fireworks takes place during the 4th of July weekend in Dubuque, Iowa. The beautiful city on the Mississippi River has been holding the annual Fireworks Spectacular and air demonstrations for over 35 years. The event also features Presentation of the Colors, where the names of local heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice during operations in Iraq and Afghanistan are read in Memorial.

Dubuque Air Show & Fireworks Events and Activities

Various activities are planned during the festive weekend at McDonald Park, next to the Hawthorn Boat Ramp just below Lock and Dam 11. Kids can enjoy games and inflatables. Attendees can also get a free American flag at the Radio Dubuque broadcast ten to wave it proudly during the air demonstrations. The pilots are able to see people waving to them as they make their jaw-dropping stunts.

Participants Team

This year's highlights of the air show include mindblowing performances by the Full Throttle Formation Team, Trojan Phlyers Air Show & Racing Team, Heritage Flight, US Army National Guard Chinook Helicopter, and Yak 52W Demonstration.

Fireworks

The day ends with a breathtaking Fireworks Spectacular after dusk. The 2024 fireworks display and air show will dedicated to the men and women of the USA Armed Forces—Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard, National Guard, Reserves, and the “local” heroes—firefighters, EMS personnel, and police.

Dubuque Air Show 2024 Schedule

The festive day will begin with the Golden Knights jump in the North Course fairway at 10:30. Also, two jumps are scheduled at AY McDonald Park. The Golden Knights will kick off the official Air Show & Fireworks with a jump at 6 pm. The night jump will be held around 9 pm, just before the fireworks. During the air show, the Mississippi River will be closed from Lock and Dam 11 to the Iowa/Wisconsin Bridge.