Chico AirFest 2008
Tips & F.A.Q.s
Make the most of your days at Chico AirFest 2008! We want you to be comfortable during the show.
Refer to the following list for tips on how to make the most of your day!
Suggested Items to Bring:
Sunscreen Camera Comfortable shoes
Hat Sunglasses Lawn Chair or Blanket
Hand-held umbrella
Sorry, NO ICE CHESTS, NO PETS, NO PERSONAL GOLF CARTS
F.A.Qs
Q: When is AirFest, and How Much do Tickets Cost?
Friday, September 26th "Evening On the Flightline"
Gates Open at 2:00 p.m.
General Admission: $10 Advance; $12 at the Gate
Food Vendors Open for Dinner Purchases
Friday Only: FREE Access to the Flightline Club Tent.
Bring Your dinner out to the Flightline Tent and enjoy the show in style.
Bar Available
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Chico AirFest 2008
Gates Open at 9:00 a.m.
General Admission: $13 Advance; $15 at the Gate
Kids 12 and Under FREE*
Flightline Club Tickets (Saturday):
$30 with purchase of General Admission Ticket
*$15 for children aged 6+
Flightline Club Tickets include:
Shade seating along the Flightline to enjoy the show in comfort and style! (leave your lawn chairs at home!)
Food provided by the Sons of Italy ALL Day!
Bar Available
Q: Is Parking Free?
Yes! Lots will fill on a first-come basis. We will have plenty of handicap accessible parking right behind the Chico Air Museum/ Substation. Shuttles between remote lots will be available. We also encourage you to RIDE YOUR BIKE TO THE AIR SHOW! Read on for more information.
Q: Can we Bike to the Air Show?
Chico AirFest thanks the Butte Bicycle Coalition for offering Bike Valet Service at Chico AirFest this year! Take the bike path all the way to the airport (easy access behind the Chico Nut facility off of the Esplanade) and follow the signs to the Valet Parking area near the Sub Station. Park your bike, pick up your coupon for a free bottle of water and enjoy the air show! Valet service will be available both Friday and Saturday. Also - new this year - Kleen Kanteen will be offering FREE FILTERED WATER for those that bring in their own water bottle.
Q: Will there be ATMs Available?
Yes. Three ATM machines will be available
Q: What's the Friday Night Preview event?
Gates open at 2:00 p.m., when people will have a chance to peruse the airfield, visit vendors and check out the aircraft. FREE access to seating in our premier “Flightline Club” tent! Food and beverages available for purchase until 7:00 p.m. Grab a bite, then grab a seat along the Flightline for a Preview Show featuring the Canadian Forces Snowbirds Jet Team!
Q: Should I bring a chair to AirFest?
Yes. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on.
OR, leave your chair at home and buy a Flightline Club Ticket (for Saturday). Includes seating, shade, non-alcoholic beverages and food from Sons of Italy!
Q: I have a 10 year old son/daughter. How much is his/her ticket?
Children 12 and under are admitted free. Bring the family!
Q: How do I get to the Chico Municipal Airport?
From South of Chico: Take Hwy 99 North to the Cohasset Rd. exit.
Go Right on Cohasset to Airpark Blvd. Go left.
Q: How do I buy tickets?
Click and Print your own tickets at www.chicoairfest.com
Or, purchase at the Chico Chamber of Commerce (300 Salem Street, Chico)
Chico Raleys Supermarkets, Northern California National Bank and –on Saturdays only—Chico Air Museum
BUY EARLY AND SAVE!
Q: Will there be food at the event?
Absolutely! Delicious burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, and much more will be available for purchase during both days of the show.
Q: Will I be able to purchase commemorative items at the show?
Yes. Commemorative posters , t-shirts, ball caps, straw hats, and water bottle holders will be available for purchase at the event.
Q: My business wants to be a sponsor. How do I sign up?
Call Amy Orr at 530-345-1105 click here to see available opportunities.
Q: Is there any shade to sit under at the show?
A number of shade tents will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Q: Is this a family event?
Absolutely!
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