30/01/2025
Marlborough Classic Lines Omaka Airshow- April 18 - 20
The countdown is on!
If you havenât booked your trip or tickets- its not too late! Weâre thrilled to announce we still have (limited) availability on accommodation packages for this incredible airshow.
Classic Fighters Omaka is an action-packed family-friendly event and in 2025 it will be held over Easter Weekend, 18th-20th of April. They'll be 'Putting on the Ritz' with aircraft from the Golden Age of Aviation during the 1920s and 1930s glamour-ing up the skies. Gasp at the aerobatics and hold your breath as iconic WW2 warbirds and WW1 vintage aircraft display over the gorgeous vineyards of Omaka.
For a weekend of spectacular flying, classic cars, fireworks, fun, food, entertainment, magical moments and magnificent machines both in the air and on the ground- donât miss out! Book your tickets here!
Marlborough Lines Classic Fighters is Friday afternoon and evening sees aircraft displays and performances ending with their incredible fireworks display. Saturday and Sunday are the main show days.
Marlborough's skyline and the Wither Hills are an unforgettable backdrop for an airshow that has showcased and pioneered the preservation of WW1 aircraft alongside the speed and power of WW2 aircraft and beyond.
This year they have some incredible aircraft displaying- the trio of ex RNZAF operated jets; Charlesâs BAC Strikemaster 72, John Luffs Venom and a long awaited performance of the Vampire!
The world class Yak 52 team will also be there with their formation and aerobatic displays alongside the NZ Warbirds Harvard team.
Not one- but TWO immaculate twin engine classic Lockheeds will also be there and as the airshow theme suggests there will also be a range of Waco and Staggerwings
If WW2 heavy metal is your passion- then theyâve got you covered there too- with aerial and static displays youâll see the FW190, Griffin Spitfire, Yak3 âSteadfastâ, Mikeâs mighty F4U Corsair, Brendonâs âBiggin Hillâ Ohakea collection of the Mk9 Spitfire, P-51D Mustang and âPlonkyâ the Avenger.
Thereâll also be a range of âMothsâ alongside many others such as the (my personal favourite of course) CJ6 Nanchang, the âWooden wonderâ Mosquito, Percival Provost, Bird Dog, Chipmunks, A4 Skyhawk, P-40 Kittyhawk, Bristol Freighter, Polikarpov, Sopwith, Bristol, Nieuport, Bleriot, Eindecker, STM Ryan, Pitts Specials and even an Air Tractor.
Donât forget to visit the world class Omaka Aviation Heritage Museum while there!
Ticket options below (includes the Humanitix ticketing fee)
General Admission
1 day GA- $103 p/adult, $17 p /child
2 day GA (Fri & Sat)- $170 p/adult, $38 p/child
2 day GA (Sat & Sun)- $195 p/adult. $63 p/child
3 day GA- $227 p/adult, $38 p/child
Family (2 adults, 2 children) and student prices also available.
Experience the excitement of Classic Fighters for all three days of the show or purchase a single-day ticket, valid for whichever day you choose to arrive.
The popular Twilight Extreme is back.
$63 p/adult, $13 p/ child.
This is the air show's equivalent of a movie trailer and takes place on Good Friday. Entry is after 3 pm and the flying is fast and furious followed by sensational fireworks. A must-do for every family, but be warned you'll leave wanting more!
Gold Pass Grandstand
3 day Gold Pass- $518 p/adult
The 3-day Gold Pass provides you with access to an exclusive area, reserved car parking and other privileges to make your time at Classic Fighters even more enjoyable. Chief among the benefits of the Gold Pass is grandstand seating to ensure the best view of all the action. A seat is guaranteed. If mobility is an issue or you simply prefer to be on ground level, space will be provided. All Gold Pass holders have access to a large marquee where additional undercover seating is available. Lunch from the Gold Pass marquee on Saturday and Sunday is included in the ticket price. Tea and coffee is complimentary. 3-Day Gold Pass holders will receive a printed air show programme and a souvenir cap. The pass also entitles the holder to one free admission to the Knights of the Sky exhibition at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre.
The Flightline Lounge
Friday $229 p/adult, Saturday and Sunday $286 p/adult/day
Treat yourself and your special guests to an unforgettable weekend of entertainment in magnificent Marlborough. The Flightline Lounge offers prime frontage with superb food catered by our local chefs Rory and Fran of Feast Merchants, and all beverages are included. Your pass provides access to quality facilities for your comfort, reserved car parking and complimentary entry to the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centreâs Knights of the Sky.
Take a look at the 2025 teaser here- https://youtu.be/4POLNustUr4
And final word too everyone- as you might know by now- the creative folks at Omaka have yet again been conjuring up an incredibly adventurous re-inactment on the field- something you DO NOT WANT TO MISS!
Marlborough Lines Classic Fighters Omaka Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre Classic Aircraft Photography Classic Wings Magazine Strikemaster 72 NZ Warbirds Association Inc RNZAF Corsair Supporters Biggin Hill Historic Aircraft Centre, RNZAF Ohakea Yak-52 Formation Aerobatic Team JEM Aviation Ltd
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