When is Rockford AirFest 2011? Saturday, June 4 & Sunday, June 5.

Will seating be provided? Airshow attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs. A Preferred Seating Area will also be set up on the flight line; entrance into this area will be $5 per person. Wristbands to this area will be available for sale inside the show grounds. Patrons may bring their own chairs. Chairs will also be available for those without one at no extra charge in the preferred seating area. However, the Preferred Seating Area is first-come, first-served. Click here for a map.

Will there be entertainment for the kids? Yes. A Kids' Fun Area will be set up with various inflatable rides to provide entertainment for kids. Closer to show date, there will be additional information on performers and things for kids to do and see.

Can my kids bring their bike or skateboard? No. Bicycles and skateboards will not be allowed on AirFest Grounds. Of course wagons and strollers are allowed.

Can I fly my own airplane in to the AirFest? Yes. Pilots are invited to fly-in to attend AirFest 2011. The airport has two full service FBOs listed alphabetically below. Pilots are advised to check with Flight Service to make sure that they are not interfering with Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) -  a TFR may be in place Wednesday through Sunday of the show so please call ahead. Emery Air Inc. 815-968-8287.

Can I bring beer, soda, or food into the AirFest grounds? No. Food or drinks are not allowed into the AirFest grounds. Parents of small children will be allowed to bring in water for formula and special food for small children.

Can I bring coolers into the AirFest grounds? No. Coolers are not permitted on AirFest grounds.

Is smoking allowed? For safety reasons, smoking will only be permitted in a new designated smoking location on the west end of the AirFest ground (click here for map).

Is each ticket good for one day?? Each general admission ticket is good for any ONE day of entry into the AirFest. You can purchase an advanced general admission ticket now and decide later which day you would like to attend.

Are credit cards accepted at the gate? Yes. We will have credit card machines at all ticket booths. Also, ATM machines will be located on air show grounds.

Can I leave and re-enter the AirFest grounds? Yes. We will have security at entry/exit gates using stamps to allow re-entry on the same day.

Are pets allowed? No. Pets are not allowed on the AirFest grounds and pets will not be allowed in any vehicles in the parking lots. (Exception: service animals)

Are cameras allowed? Yes. We encourage you to bring your camera. Some of the best photos submitted to us last year were taken by “non professionals” attending our air show.

What are the entry restrictions? Patrons’ bags will be searched upon entering the ticket gates.

Is there a Preferred Seating Area? Yes. A Preferred Seating Area with chairs available will be located on the flight line for $5 per person. Wristbands to this area will be available for sale inside the show grounds.

What happens if it rains or I am unable to attend after I purchase a ticket? Our policy is that no refunds will be issued. Your ticket purchased is good for any one day of the show. If weather is not good Saturday, you can attend on Sunday.

Should I bring hearing protection? Yes. We would encourage you to bring ear plugs.

Is tailgating allowed? No. Tailgating is not allowed.

Do I need an ID? If you are planning on purchasing alcohol, wristbands will be given to those adults presenting proper identification.

Can I bring folding chairs? Yes. Folding chairs and other “chairs in a bag” are permitted.

Can AirFest accommodate special needs? Yes. We will have a location for special needs patrons. AirFest will also have a designated ADA parking lot with a separate entrance. Click Here (coming soon) for a map.

Is there Handicapped Parking? AirFest will have ADA parking with a separate ADA entrance on the cement. Click Here for a map.

Is there motorcycle parking?As in past years, free hard-surface parking for a select number of motorcycles will be provided by Kegel Harley-Davidson.

Can I bring my RV? Yes; however, all RVs will be required to park at the RV Park. Click Here for information.

Are there any discounts for military? Yes. For details visit our ticketing page.

Can you provide me with a list of area hotels? Yes, Click Here for a list of area hotels.