Fly-ins and events
August
Burgers at Kohl's Resort (Turtle Lake 6 mile N Bemidji)
Aug 6, 2026
5 - 7 p.m.
Turtle Lake 6 mile North of Bemidji
EAA Chapter 1397 is flying out to different airports every Thursday evening for burgers this summer! Come join us for a float plane only fly-in. Bring an anchor if the beach fills up. CTAF 122.9 Contact: eaachapter.1397@gmail.com
2nd Annual Pistons and Props
Aug 8, 2026
8 a.m.- 2 p.m.
KLJF - Litchfield Municipal Airport
**PILOTS EAT FREE**
Mark your calendars now because you won’t want to miss what we have planned! From horsepower to high-flying action, it’s going to be an unforgettable day for the whole family. Lions provide a French Toast Breakfast, Airport Adventure Zone for children, Classic Car Meet, Monster Trucks and much more!
Contact: Michael Niedzielski
2nd Annual Airb'Orr'ne Fly-in - POSTPONED
August 9, 2026
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Orr Regional Airport (KORB)
Lake Elmo EAA Ch.54 Fly In Pancake Breakfast
August 9, 2026
8 - 11:30 a.m.
Lake Elmo Airport (21D)
Fly In / Drive In Pancake Breakfast
$10 breakfast. Net proceeds fund aviation scholarships for youth.
Pilot in Command eats free.
Contact: Marlon Gunderson, president@eaa54.org
MSPA Pig Roast
August 9, 2026
12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Surfside Seaplane Base (8Y4/MN24)
Annual Pig Roast, Fly-in or Drive-in, Good food and good fun.
Contact Ken Partyka at 651-270-7602 for more information.
2026 Annual Moberg's Air & Seaplane Base Fly-In
Aug 14 - 16, 2026
Bemidji, MN
EAA Chapter 1397 is proud to once again host the 2026 Moberg’s Seaplane Base Fly-in! Both wheel and seaplanes welcome! Date is August 14-16, 2026, rain or shine. Friday night’s activities include a dinner and bonfire, and underwing camping is encouraged.
- Friday Night 5-7pm - Brats, bonfire after, underwing camping
- Saturday Morning 8am - Coffee and Pastry's
- Saturday Lunch - Hamburgers, beans, underwing camping
- Saturday Dinner 5-7pm - Rib dinner, corn on the cob bonfire with live music!
- Sunday Morning - Departure Day
Moberg’s Airbase Information:
Turf: MN13 | Water: 96M
Accommodates both wheel and seaplanes
Contact Carter Lindquist at (612) 501-5606 for more information.
Wings Over Alexandria Air Show
August 15, 2026
11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Alexandria Regional Airport (KAXN) Alexandria, MN
Get ready for high-flying excitement at the Wings Over Alexandria Airshow! Join us on August 15th, 2026 at the Alexandria Regional Airport (KAXN) for an unforgettable day celebrating aviation in the Alexandria Lakes area. Gates open at 11:30 am, with the airshow beginning at 1:00 pm. Enjoy jaw-dropping aerobatics, precision flying, and a wide variety of aircraft on display, from vintage classics to modern marvels. Meet pilots, explore static displays, and grab great food from on-site vendors while taking in all the action. Check Facebook, Instagram, or visit www.wingsoveralexandria.org for more details! Rain date: August 16, 2026
Contact: info@wingsoveralexandria.org
Mankato MN Annual Fly-In Breakfast
August 16, 2026
7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. noon
Mankato, MN Airport (KMKT)
Fly-in, drive-in breakfast with live entertainment, Warbirds, homebuilts, gyro copters, antiques, classic cars, and more.
All you can eat breakfast with Skinny Sticks Pure Maple Syrup, pancakes, eggs your way, sausage, coffee, and juice.
Contact Matt Hoppe at 507-525-4780 or Gary Tyson at 507-388-3222.
Hartington (0B4) Airport Breakfast
August 16, 2026
8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Hartington (0B4), NE
"Best sausages in 100 miles." Benefits from the breakfast go to Holy Trinity Elementary School. Pilots in command and co-pilots eat free; 5th grade to adult $8; 5 y.o. to 4th grade $6; and 4 y.o. and younger eat free. Served by Holy Trinity Grade School. Sponsored by Becker Flying Service.
Contact Marisa Rolfes at cmrolfes87@gmail.com for more information.
Portable Reduced Oxygen Training Environment (Altitude Chamber)
August 19 to 22, 2026
One hour time slots beginning at 8 a.m. each day
KFCM Inflight Pilot Training, 13801 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie, MN 55347
Join for a tour of the Portable Reduced Oxygen Training Enclosure (PROTE) and learn about hypoxia symptoms. This training could save your life! 1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 3.
Learn more about the sessions from the event entry on the FAA Safety website.
Contact Laura Herrmann at kfcmprote@yahoo.com for more information.
Pizza at Nary (5MN1)
Aug 20, 2026
5 - 7 p.m.
Nary National Airport-Shefland Field (5MN1)
EAA Chapter 1397 is flying out to different airports every Thursday evening this summer! Come join us for Pizza at the Nary Airport (5MN1). Contact: eaachapter.1397@gmail.com
Helicopter Expo
August 22, 2026
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Flying Cloud Airport (KFCM) Eden Prairie, MN
AV8 Flight School is hosting its annual Helicopter Expo event on Saturday, August 22 at KFCM Flying Cloud Airport. A dozen or more helicopters will be on static display for viewing. Free event.
Contact 952-944-2628 or info@av8flight.com for more information.
Fly-In Drive-In Breakfast
August 22, 2026
8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
KFKA Fillmore County Airport
Breakfast is $5 for children under 8 and $10 for kids 9+ and adults. Pilots in Command eat free.B&B Bowl from Preston is serving breakfast.
Veterans from the Preston VA will be in attendance.
Contact Brent Kohn at 507-765-3854 for more information.
'Backdraft Bash' at Paynesville Municipal Airport
August 22, 2026
5 p.m. to 12 a.m. midnight
KPEX - Paynesville Municipal Airport
Friends of the Paynesville Airport have teamed up with the Paynesville Fire Department to host their annual fundraiser concert on the airport apron.
Bean Bag Tournament 4 p.m. (3 p.m. registration)
Diesel Fire band playing 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (sponsored by Foxtail Utilities)
The Johnny Holm Band 9 p.m. to midnight (sponsored by Highline Construction)
$10 AT THE GATE (No pre-sale tickets this year)
Food, Beer Garden, & expanded drink selections
Rain or shine event
We hope you come out to help support the Paynesville Fire Department & Paynesville Chamber of Commerce!
Contact the Paynesville Chamber of Commerce at 320-243-3233 for more information.
Boyceville Airport Booster Club Annual Pancake Breakfast
August 23, 2026
7 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Boyceville Municipal Airport, 803 Airport Drive, Boyceville, WI 54725
Join the Boyceville Airport Booster Club for its 54th annual fly-in/drive-in pancake breakfast. Pancakes, eggs, sausage, applesauce, and beverages. 7AM-11PM. Help us support area youth aviation education. We fund scholarships and host hands-on learning events throughout the year.
Contact Joel Timblin at 218-393-5264 or boycevilleairservices@gmail.com for more information.
Aitkin Flyers Wild Rice Pancake Breakfast and Fly-In
August 23, 2026
8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Aitkin Airport (AIT), Aitkin, MN
Delicious wild rice pancakes with sausage, bacon, coffee, and orange juice. All proceeds fo to the Aitkin Flyers Scholarship fund!! Games for kids, airplane simulator for adults and kids, newly paved 16/34 runway.
Contact Trudi Amundson at trudimundson@yahoo.com
Waukon Fly-In Breakfast
August 23, 2026
7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Waukon Municipal Airport
Fly-in / Drive-in breakfast with all you can eat pancakes, sausage, eggs, and beverages. Pilots in command eat free or with an at will donation. Event sponsored by the Waukon Knights of Columbus.
Contact Jim Wadsworth at 563-568-7220 for more information.
Burgers at Sky Manor Aero Estates (MN86)
Aug 27, 2026
5 - 7 p.m.
Sky Manor Aero Estates Airport (MN86)
EAA Chapter 1397 is flying out to different airports every Thursday evening for burgers this summer! Come join us for Burgers at Sky Manor (MN86).
Contact: eaachapter.1397@gmail.com
Annual Fly-in or Drive-in Breakfast at Luverne Municipal Airport - Quentin Aanenson Field
August 29, 2026
7 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Luverne Municipal Airport - Quentin Aanenson Field (LYV)
941 US Hwy 75, Luverne, MN 56156
All you can eat pancake and sausage breakfast.
Adults 10 & over: $10
Kids 2-10 $5
Pilots in command and Classic car drivers eat free! Proceeds benefit the Luverne Hockey Club.
Aircraft on display, car show, inflatables, air ambulance, Skydive Adventures, free Young Eagle airplane rides for ages 8-17. Pre-register online at YoungEaglesDay.org (weather permitting)
Email airport-manager@cityofluverne.org for more information.
September
EAA Chapter 1658 Annual Sweet Corn and Brat Fly-In, Drive-In
September 5, 2026
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Glencoe Municipal Airport (KGYL)
EAA 1658 invites everyone to its annual fly-in, drive-in. Serving brats, hot dogs, best sweet corn, famously prepared sauerkraut, chips, and cookies.
Adult meal ticket advance $12, Adult at the event $15, Under age 12 is $10, Under 3 is free. PIC Free. We welcome classic cars and vintage tractors. Drawing for free airplane rides. Young Eagle Rides 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Online Registration only.
Contact Jim Andrews at 763-218-9568 or Ed Fairbairn at 612-720-5728 for more information.
Lake Pointe Aero Club Fly-in, Drive-in Pancake Breakfast
September 5, 2026
7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Shell Lake Municipal Airport, KSSQ
Breakfast of pancakes, sausage, and beverage. Held in conjunction with Shell Lake Town and Country days.
Contact Robert Rand at 715-416-2911 for more information.
Grass is a Gas Poker Run
September 12, 2026
7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (KBRD)
Starting at KBRD, fly to 10Y ,52Y, 9Y0, and 9Y2 picking up a card at each stop. Return to Brainerd, open your cards, and present your hand. Great prizes for the best hands and prizes for every participant.
Strictly limited to 52 hands total, limit one hand per person, two hands per airplane. Get there early to assure a hand.
Great day of flying on some of the finest grass strips in North Central Minnesota.
Event is 100% free, no charge to participate.
Breakfast and lunch available for purchase at Wings Cafe.
Contact Mike Petersen at 612-750-2981 or Winger701@gmail.com for more information.
Hector Lion's Flight Breakfast
September 13, 2026
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Hector Municipal Airport 1D6
All you can eat pancakes, eggs, sausages, french toast, milk, coffee, and juice, featuring Skinny Sticks Pure Maple Syrup. Pilots in command (PICs) eat free. Ping pong ball drop for kids 12 and under at 11:30 a.m.
Contact Nic Heiderschidt at 507-227-3682 for more information.
Vermillion Airport Breakfast
September 13, 2026
8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Vermillion Airport (VMR)
Harold Davidson Field, 1300 S. Dakota Street, Vermillion, SD 57069
Free-will donations to the Lions Club for breakfast to support the Main Street Center in Vermillion.
Contact Denny Martens at 605-677-8159 or dmartens@vyn.midco.net for more information.
Girls in Aviation Day
September 19, 2026
10 am to 3 pm
Flying Cloud Airport in Eden Prairie, MN
This is a free, limited-space event for the community to learn more about the aviation industry. The content of GIAD is geared toward girls ages 8 to 17, but everyone is welcome to attend. Bring your family, friends, troop, and group to learn more about STEM and aviation careers, including pilots, mechanics, and MORE.
Hosted rain or shine. We'll see you there!
Learn more and register to attend or volunteer on the Girls in Aviation Day page of the Women in Aviation Stars of the North Chapter website.
Event Parking:
Grace Church
9301 Eden Prairie Road
Eden Prairie, MN 55347
Mora Fly-In & Pancake Breakfast
September 19, 2026
8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Mora Municipal Airport (JMR) - 2064 Mahogany St., Mora, MN 55051
The annual Mora Fly-In is FREE to attend! Bring the whole family for:
- Displays of unique airplanes, helicopters
- Pancake breakfast with REAL Minnesota maple syrup ($10/person)
- Pilots in Command eat free & receive 10¢ off aviation fuel day of event.
- Airplane rides with Hawk Aviation ($50/person)
- Classic tractor and car display
- Paper airplane contest at 10:00 a.m. (prizes for youth ages 17 and under)
Email k.faurie@cityofmora.com for more information.
Grand Marais/Cook County Annual Fly In Breakfast
September 19, 2026
8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Grand Marais/Cook County Airport (KCKC), 123 Airport Rd, Grand Marais, MN 55604
The annual Fall Fly-In/Drive-In pancake breakfast will be held Saturday, September 19th, 8:00 AM to 11 AM at Grand Marais-Cook County Airport, 123 Airport Rd, Grand Marais. The public is invited to attend. Cost is $10 per person, children 14 and under $5. The event is hosted by the Arrowhead Eagles Aviation Organization and money raised will support the Eagles scholarship program, the airport and promotion of general aviation in our county.
Wild blueberry pancakes, discount airplane rides, static airplane displays and lots of pilot camaraderie will be enjoyed by all. Join us for fall colors and aviation and airport support for our community.
The Arrowhead Eagles, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, is organized exclusively for charitable, scientific and education purposes to support Cook County’s airport and aviation tradition through promotion of aviation events, airport enhancements, youth-oriented activities and opportunities, and to encourage community use and a friendly atmosphere at the airport.
For more information contact Rodney Roy at 218-387-3024 or airport@boreal.org.
Chan Gurney Airport Breakfast
September 20, 2026
8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Chan Gurney Airport,
700 East 31st Street, Yankton, SD 57078
Pilots in command eat free; adults are $10, kids 5 - 10 are $5; and kids under 5 eat free. Fundraiser for aviation scholarships. Sponsored by the Yankton Regional Aviation Association and the City of Yankton.
Contact Jacob Hoffner at 605-661-7525 or Steve Hamilton at skyhawk43v@gmail.com.
Bowstring Airport Fall Colors Fly-in & Camp-Out
Sep 25, 2026
5 p.m.
9Y0 Bowstring Airport, Itasca County, MN
Fri, Sept 25-Sunday, Sept 27, 2026
Join us at Bowstring Airport for a weekend of aviation, camping, and fall colors at one of Minnesota’s best grass strip airports. Pilots and visitors alike are welcome to fly in or drive in and enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere in the heart of Itasca County.
Enjoy great food throughout the weekend:
Friday: Burgers & brats (5 p.m. to 7 p.m.)
Saturday: Breakfast (7 a.m. to 10 a.m.), burgers & brats (12 p.m. to 3 p.m.), fish & spuds (4 p.m. to 6 p.m.)
Sunday: Breakfast (7 a.m. to 10 a.m.), chili (12 p.m. to 3 p.m.)
Camp under your wing or nearby and take in the peak fall colors, great company, and classic lakes area flying experience.
Rain date: Oct 2-4, 2026 Contact: Ken Reichert at 218-244-6328 or BowstringAirport@gmail.com
October
Sixth Annual Fall Color Fly-In or Drive-In
Oct 3, 2026 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EDT
Ontonagon County Airport-Schuster Field
All are welcome. Join us at the Ontonagon County Airport in Ontonagon, Michigan, along the shores of Lake Superior for the spectacular fall colors. Lunch will be served starting around 11 a.m. Enter drawings at event for a chance to win one of the many great prizes donated from multiple businesses. For those driving to the event, there will be scenic airplane rides available. Sign up on day of event. In case of inclement weather make-up day will be Sunday, October 4, 2026.
Contact Lisa Linna at 906-884-6214 or airportmgr@ontonagoncounty.org.