Questions concerning commercial flights and parking during the upcoming August 8-9, 2026 airshow and practice day, Friday, August 7, 2026. ROC and the airlines have been coordinating for more than a year to minimize disruptions.

Here is what you need to know for your arrival:

Flight Schedule: We have built dedicated windows into the airshow schedule for commercial flights. The show ends by 4:00 PM, and if there are any delays, 5:00 PM. Airport operations will be fully normal by the time you arrive.

Airport Parking: All airshow parking is off-site via shuttle. Regular airport parking—including the garage—remains open as usual for travelers. If you experience parking issues, contact our contractor, MAPCO Parking, at (585) 563-9679.

Roads & Traffic: Most airport roads will not close except during the scheduled 3:20 PM performance of the Thunderbirds. During that time, Airport Way south of the roundabout, and access to the smart phone lot, will be closed. Both will be reopened following the Thunderbirds performance. Surrounding local roads (like Buell, Scottsville, or Paul) may have local closures or detours. We highly recommend arriving a few minutes early to account for potential traffic.

Brooks Ave Construction

Main access will remain open during Brooks Ave closure & construction.

Brooks is open to two way traffic but work continues. Please use caution.

Due to the New York State Department of Transportation Brooks Avenue Rehabilitation Project, expect possible delays entering and exiting the Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport. The project impacts Brooks Avenue in the Town of Gates and the City of Rochester, Monroe County. State Route 204 provides access to the Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport and connects directly to Interstate 390. A complete overview of the project can be found here:

Brooks Ave Project Overview – Rochester New York

PARKING IS NOT INCLUDED FOR GENERAL ADMISSION OR RESERVED SEATING at the A.P. Property Services Rochester Airshow and must be purchased separately

PARKING IS INCLUDED FOR THE VIP FLIGHT DECK

The Gates open at 9:30 AM with flying starting around 10:30 AM and is concluded by 3:30 PM.

NO SHUTTLE SERVICE TO THE AIRSHOW FROM RIT AFTER 2:15PM. ONLY RETURNS FROM THE AIRSHOW

You are welcome to bring blankets, chairs, and golf-sized umbrellas. NO TENTS, PLEASE.

**All sales are final. No refunds. No Rainchecks

Rochester Institute of Technology is not responsible for any damage done to your vehicle while parked on the RIT campus, or items that are lost or stolen from your vehicle. The owner accepts all risks related to the use of any parking lot on the RIT premises. Any vehicles left overnight will be towed at the owner’s expense.

USAF Thunderbirds, USMC F-35 B Jump Jet, U S Army Golden Knights, Rick Volker-Marchetti, Commemorative Air force- P-51 RedTail & Rise Above Exhibit, Trevor Rafferty, Class of ’45 and many more to come!!