🇺🇸✈️ WILDWOODS AIR SHOW TO HONOR 9/11 VICTIMS AND HEROES WITH AERIAL TRIBUTE
The Wildwoods Air Show returns September 12–13 with aerial performances by the United States Air Force and other pilots. This free event will include a special tribute to the victims and heroes of the September 11 terrorist attacks.
WILDWOOD, NJ — The Wildwoods are preparing for a special weekend of aviation, patriotism and remembrance as the annual Wildwoods Air Show returns September 12–13, featuring a tribute honoring the victims and heroes of September 11, 2001.
The free two-day event will take place along the Wildwoods' five-mile island, with the primary viewing area positioned over the ocean between Morey’s Mariner’s Pier and Adventure Pier near Spicer Avenue.
✈️ As part of this year's program, spectators will see an aerial salute honoring those who lost their lives and the heroes who responded on 9/11, marking the 25th anniversary of the tragedy.
🇺🇸 9/11 MEMORIAL CEREMONIES — SEPTEMBER 11
Several remembrance ceremonies will take place throughout the Wildwoods on Friday:
🔹 8:40 a.m. — North Wildwood September 11th Commemoration at the 15th Street Fire Station, 15th Street & Central Avenue
🔹 10:00 a.m. — Downtown Wildwood 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at Byrne Plaza
🔹 5:30 p.m. — Wildwood Crest 9/11 Memorial Service at Alameno Park, New Jersey & Miami avenues
🎖️ AIR SHOW HEADLINERS
This year's announced performers include:
✈️ U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor Demo Team 🇺🇸 177th Fighter Wing, New Jersey Air National Guard ✈️ MiG-17 ✈️ Jersey Jerks ✈️ Patrick McAlee ✈️ David Mindmiller ✈️ RJ Gritter
The performances can be viewed from beaches and boardwalk areas throughout the island. General viewing is free, while premium seating options will also be available.
The weekend is expected to serve as both a tribute to the heroes and victims of 9/11 and a patriotic celebration as the Wildwoods continue events marking America's 250th birthday. 🇺🇸🎆
The air show will also help close out the summer season and usher in the Wildwoods' fall "Second Season."
📅 Wildwoods Air Show: September 12–13, 2026 📍 Wildwoods, New Jersey 🎟️ General beach and boardwalk viewing: FREE
🙏🇺🇸 As the community gathers to watch the skies, the 9/11 tribute will provide an opportunity to pause, remember and honor the lives forever changed by September 11, 2001.