Colorado became the 38th state on August 1, 1876. On August 1, 2026 — exactly 150 years later —
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport becomes the stage for the state's headline sesquicentennial
celebration.
The Mile High 150 Expo is produced by the
Commemorative Air Force Mile High Wing, 1943 Events, and Mile High Air Boss.
Our warbirds — the T-28A Trojan and SNB-5 Sonoran Beauty — will fill the Front Range sky
during the Colorado Flyover Salute and the evening air show, connecting Colorado's
aviation heritage to its 150th milestone.
Our mission: honor the pioneers, pilots, performers, and everyday Coloradans who
lift this state higher — and celebrate the next 150 years from the runway.
150
Years of Colorado
500
Drones in the Sky
25+
Aerial Acts & Aircraft
2
Nights of Events
What to expect
Four ways the state rises.
Every act ties back to Colorado's 150th. Aerial performances, community celebration, world-class entertainment, and a drone finale you'll never forget.
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Warbirds & Aerial Displays
WWII warbirds and modern aerobatic acts directed by the Mile High Air Boss —
formation flights, flybys, aerobatics, and static displays including
CAF Mile High Wing's own T-28A Trojan and SNB-5 Sonoran Beauty.
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Live Music — Nashville Headliner
A main-stage headliner coming from Nashville, TN performs a 90-minute set with
encore. A 45-minute opener precedes the headliner. Big reveal coming soon.
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500-Drone Finale
A 500-drone show choreographed to tell Colorado's 150-year story above the
Front Range sky — the closing act of Colorado Day 2026. Sponsorship available.
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Good Acts Colorado
A community challenge celebrating Coloradans who lift the state higher.
Nominate, vote, and meet the honorees on stage at the expo.
Visit goodactscolorado.com.
Schedule
Two days, one runway.
A high-level overview — the full hour-by-hour program launches June 1.
Mile High Gala Night
Friday, July 31, 2026 · Invitation Only
6:00 PM
Reception on the RampArrival drinks & historic aircraft walk-through
7:30 PM
Dinner & ProgramHonoring 150 years of Colorado's aviation pioneers
8:30 PM
Flyover SaluteWarbird formation over the hangar
Colorado Day — Main Expo
Saturday, August 1, 2026 · Open to the Public
9:00 AM
Colorado Flyover SaluteGates open · Warbird formation salute
4:30 PM
Main Event Gates OpenRMMA Signature Legacy Ramp
5:30–6:45
Flyovers & Air ShowWarbirds, aerobatics & aerial displays
6:45–7:30
Opening Act45-minute set — band TBD
8:00–9:30
Nashville Headliner90-minute set with encore — big reveal coming
9:30 PM
500-Drone FinaleColorado's 150-year story, told in the night sky
Tickets
Pick your Colorado Day.
Early-bird tickets are on sale now through Eventbrite. Kids 12 & under are free with a ticketed GA adult.
Go beyond watching from the ground. Book a ride aboard our T-28A Trojan or
SNB-5 Sonoran Beauty — the same aircraft flying over Colorado Day 2026.
Rides depart from Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport year-round.
The Mile High 150 Expo is Colorado's headline Colorado Day celebration marking the state's 150th anniversary. Held at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Broomfield, CO on Saturday, August 1, 2026, the event features WWII warbird aerial displays, a Nashville headliner concert, a 500-drone finale, and the Good Acts Colorado community celebration.
Colorado Day commemorates Colorado's admission to the Union on August 1, 1876. In 2026, Colorado turns 150 years old — its sesquicentennial — making August 1, 2026 a once-in-a-century milestone celebrated statewide.
The Commemorative Air Force Mile High Wing is a co-producer of the Mile High 150 Expo and will be providing the WWII warbird aircraft for aerial displays and the flyover salute. Our T-28A Trojan and SNB-5 Sonoran Beauty represent living history that ties directly to Colorado's aviation heritage.
Warbird ride bookings are separate from the expo ticket. You can book a flight aboard our T-28A Trojan or SNB-5 Sonoran Beauty through our online scheduler at milehighwing.org/book.php. Ride availability at the expo itself depends on the operational schedule — book in advance to guarantee your seat.
The Mile High Gala (invitation-only dinner) is Friday, July 31, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 10:30 PM. The main Colorado Day Expo is Saturday, August 1, 2026 — gates open at 4:30 PM with the main program running through approximately 10:00 PM. A morning Flyover Salute is held at 9:00 AM.
General Admission is $43 per adult. Kids 12 and under are free with a ticketed adult. VIP Chalet tickets are $243 per adult and include private chalet hospitality and all-inclusive food and beverage. Tickets are sold through Eventbrite — early-bird pricing is available now.
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (RMMA/BJC), 11755 Airport Way, Broomfield, CO 80021 — about 25 minutes from downtown Denver and 30 minutes from Boulder. Paid on-site parking is available: GA $10, VIP $25, Handicap $10 (card payment only). Rideshare drop-off is available at the east entrance.
Yes — kids 12 and under are admitted free with a ticketed GA adult. Please note this applies to General Admission only; VIP Chalet tickets are required for VIP access for all ages. Ear protection is strongly recommended for children near the flight line.
Bring: screenshot of your ticket (cell service can be spotty), sunscreen and a hat (UV at 5,400 ft is intense), a chair or blanket for GA viewing, ear protection (warbird engines are very loud), a light jacket for after sunset, a rain poncho, an empty refillable water bottle, comfortable walking shoes, a portable charger, and your card — no cash is accepted on-site.
The 500-Drone Finale is a choreographed drone light show that tells Colorado's 150-year story above the Front Range sky. It serves as the closing act of the evening on August 1, 2026, following the headliner concert.
The Mile High 150 Expo runs rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, check the official social channels and the Eventbrite event page for refund and reschedule policy details. Colorado August evenings have approximately a 30% chance of an afternoon storm — a poncho is recommended.
Outside food, beverages, and coolers are not permitted. The Blue Sky Bistro will be on-site with food and drink options. Empty refillable water bottles are allowed and free water fill stations will be available.
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Early-bird tickets are available now. Once they're gone, general pricing applies.
