The pinnacle event to signal the end of summer holidays, and back again for its 76th edition, the Canadian International Air Show (CIAS) returns to Toronto’s waterfront this Labour Day weekend, August 30 to September 1, 2025 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:40 p.m. daily. That’s right! West GTA-ers will soon be looking up to the skies as they echo with the sounds of fighter jets arriving at Toronto Pearson and taking their practice flights, crescendoing up to the main event on Labour Day weekend.
CF Snowbirds, CF-18 Demo Team, F-35 Demo Team
This year’s show continues the tradition of bringing the excitement for aviation enthusiasts and families with a long weekend of flight demonstrations, heritage aircraft, and skilled aerobatics. Experience an unforgettable aerial showcase featuring the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, the CF-18 Demo Team and the F-35 Demo Team.
What else can you expect at the 76th Canadian International Air Show
- Be amazed by Canadian pilot Luke Penner as he makes his CIAS debut performance.
- Catch the return of Trevor Rafferty and his homebuilt Pitts 12.
- Witness the iconic P-51 Mustang Heritage Flight, showcasing the rich history of aviation.
- See the Ministry of Natural Resources’ impressive CL-415 Waterbomber in action.
- Indulge in a selection of local eats at the Refueling Station and meet some of the show’s featured performers.
- Explore the free STEM Zone, featuring life-size aircraft displays, cutting-edge VR experiences, and aerospace-themed exhibits.
- Make the most of your day, Air Show tickets include same-day admission to the CNE grounds.
- For tickets, please visit cias.org/tickets and visit cias.org for more information. Follow CIAS on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for updates and use #CIAS25.
2025 Schedule for Monday, September 1st
| PERFORMERS, in order of appearance: | |
| CF-18 | 12:00 PM |
| Northern Stars | 12:14 PM |
| CP-140 Aurora | 12:35 PM |
| Mike & Sam Tryggvason – “ShowCat” | 12:46 PM |
| Marco Rusconi – P-51 | 12:59 PM |
| Luke Penner – Extra 300 | 1:15 PM |
| Edenvale Classic Aircraft Foundation – Fleet Cornell | 1:31 PM |
| Trevor Rafferty – Christen Eagle | 1:38 PM |
| CH-146 Griffon – SAR | 1:54 PM |
| Dan Fortin – Nanchang CJ6 | 2:09 PM |
| USAF F-35A Demo Team | 2:30 PM |
| CF Snowbirds | 2:50 PM |
*All performers and times are subject to change without notice*
Make the most of your day, Air Show tickets include same-day admission to the CNE grounds.
For tickets, please visit cias.org/tickets and visit cias.org for more information.
Follow CIAS on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for updates and use #CIAS25.
Let’s hope for three brilliantly clear, dry days from August 30 to September 1 to close out the CNE and showcase our iconic air show!
The air show runs from 12:00 p.m. to 3:40 p.m. daily across Labour Day weekend.
All images supplied by Canadian International Air Show
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