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2027.03.26 — 2027.03.28 · Coming soon

Old warbirds over the vineyards at Easter.

Classic Fighters Omaka 2027

Classic Fighters is Marlborough’s classic warbird airshow, held at Omaka Aerodrome in Blenheim over Easter weekend, Friday 26 to Sunday 28 March 2027; money raised goes to the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre. The 2027 theme, “Put on the Ritz”, brings aircraft from the 1920s and 1930s Golden Age of Aviation, alongside aerobatics, Second World War warbirds, classic cars and fireworks. Three highlights stand out: the 1945 Mosquito will never fly again but will taxi in public, with an engine run on Friday night; the restored RNZAF Mustang NZ2423 returns to fly over Marlborough; and two Bristol F.2B Fighters fly together. Friday is the practice day, with the Twilight Extreme sunset flying and fireworks in the evening; Saturday and Sunday are the main show days.

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Omaka Aerodrome2027.03.26 — 2027.03.28ExhibitionsTicket required
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The Mosquito moves again

This 1945 Mosquito will never fly again, but in 2027 it taxis in public, and on Friday night its engines run after dark, exhaust flames and all.

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The Mustang’s family reunion

The restored RNZAF Mustang NZ2423 flies over Marlborough and parks with the Mosquito, Kittyhawk and Tiger Moth for the first time.

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Two Bristol Fighters

Omaka’s own Bristol Fighter flies with a replica built for a 1981 film, now painted as Sir Keith Park’s 1918 aircraft.

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  • Aviation and warbird fans
  • Families in the South Island at Easter

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Flying depends on the weather; the 2025 show was cancelled because of it.

Parking is limited; share a ride or take the bus.

Booking fees are added to ticket prices.

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Dates & times

2027.03.26 — 2027.03.28

Friday 26 to Sunday 28 March 2027 (New Zealand time). Gates open 8am daily; Friday is the practice day, with gates reopening from 3.30pm for Twilight Extreme (sunset flying and fireworks, 4–7pm); the Saturday and Sunday programme runs 10am–4pm.

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  • The Mosquito moves again
  • The Mustang’s family reunion
  • Two Bristol Fighters
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Venue & travel

Omaka Aerodrome

Omaka Aerodrome is at 79 Aerodrome Road on the south-west side of Blenheim; parking is limited, so the organisers suggest ride-sharing or the bus.

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Entry & companions

Single-day tickets work on any day; a Friday ticket includes Twilight Extreme; two-day tickets are new for 2027. Children 14 and under must be with an adult; no BYO alcohol, no drones within 4 km of the airfield and no dogs; photos and video for private use only. Tickets are refundable only up to 30 days before the show. The Gold Pass includes a guaranteed grandstand seat and lunch on Saturday and Sunday.

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Tickets & access

NZD 16–548

Confirm accessibility services and companion policies with the organiser before travel.

Sources & image credits

Dates and entry details refer to this edition; individual sessions may differ.

Oren Rozen · CC BY-SA 3.0 Image source

Classic Fighters (Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre)

An Avro Anson flies over Marlborough vineyards at Classic Fighters 2015; a file photo.

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