Aviation fans across Central Oregon are counting down the days. The beloved Airshow of the Cascades touches down at the Madras Airport next Friday and Saturday, August 28–29, 2026, for two full days of aerobatics, vintage aircraft, live music, a car show, and family-friendly activities set against the dramatic backdrop of Mount Jefferson.
The annual event — formally known as the Bright Wood Airshow of the Cascades — is one of the region's biggest late-summer gatherings, drawing visitors from across Oregon, Washington, and beyond. Madras, sitting at roughly 2,200 feet elevation with clear high-desert skies and minimal air traffic, makes for an ideal airshow venue.
What to Expect
Attendees can look forward to a full slate of aerial performers, including aerobatic soloists, formation flight teams, and warbird demonstrations through the Commemorative Air Force. Ground attractions include a classic car show, vendor marketplace, helicopter rides, and fly-in aircraft displays open for up-close viewing.
Tickets are available at the gate and online at cascadeairshow.com. Organizers encourage purchasing tickets in advance to beat weekend lines. VIP Blue Sky Pavilion passes, which include shaded seating and premium viewing, are also available.
A Community Cornerstone
Beyond the spectacle, the Airshow of the Cascades is a genuine Jefferson County institution — a weekend that brings thousands of visitors to Madras and fills local hotels, restaurants, and businesses with welcome end-of-summer traffic.
Local vendors and food trucks will be on-site both days. The VFW Rifle Raffle drawing — featuring a Ruger American 30-06 with scope — is also scheduled to take place during the event, with proceeds supporting youth programs and scholarships.
Getting There
The Madras Municipal Airport is located at the eastern edge of Madras, easily accessible off Highway 26. Organizers advise arriving early, especially on Saturday afternoon, when crowds typically peak during headline performers.
Gates open both days at 8:00 a.m. The airshow is an all-ages event. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome; coolers are permitted with restrictions.
For the full schedule, performer lineup, and ticket information, visit cascadeairshow.com or follow Airshow of the Cascades on Facebook.