Deke Slayton Airfest

06/20/2024

Another big shout out to our amazing civilian performers and the team at Dacy Airshows! This group of performers knows how to entertain and energize a crowd for the loud and wild military jet teams. A huge thank you to Susan Dacy, Michael Vaknin, Erik Edgren, Jody Graffunder, Bob Richards and Michael Goulian for sharing your skills, talent and expertise with our community!

06/18/2024

Wonder what the La Crosse Regional Airport looks like upside down? Check out these photos from Mike Goulian! As many of you witnessed over the weekend, Mike Goulian, a world renowned aerobatic pilot, performs his athletic style of flying with passion and ferocity while keeping safety paramount; an amazing sight to witness! We are so honored he joined us for this year's show, and we hope it's not the last time we see him and his outstanding team!

Thank you PenFed for sponsoring Mike Goulian's show and making his visit to Deke Slayton Airfest a reality for our community!

06/18/2024

Today we bid farewell to the F-22 Raptor Demo Team! What an outstanding team to be around. Thank you for your positive attitudes, generosity to our community and volunteers, and for the absolute awe and excitement you provided to the crowd! Until next time 🇺🇸✈️

06/17/2024

And just like that they're gone!! On behalf of the Deke Slayton Airfest, thank you to the U.S. Navy Blue Angels for selecting La Crosse to showcase your excellence, teamwork, work ethic and relentlessly positive attitude with our community! A true inspiration for all, and we're counting down the days until next time!

06/15/2024

Today's the day!!! Enjoy the show!!

06/13/2024

Jake Erickson, CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater La Crosse, was selected as the Key Influencer for a ride with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels; an honor given to those who dedicate their lives to improving our community and for Jake, children and families especially! It was a joy to watch him execute the flight like a true fighter jet pilot!

Good afternoon fans!

Today we had the opportunity to fly one of La Crosse, Wisconsin’s hometown heroes, Jake Erickson, prior to the Deke Slayton Airfest.

Jake has spent much of his life involved in the Boys and Girls Club in La Crosse, WI. After years of serving as the club director and director of operations, Jake was named the CEO in 2017. Under his leadership, 9 facilities operate around La Crosse County, serving 5,000 individuals, employing 500 and managing 1,000 volunteers. These clubs provide mentorship and activities for local youth, giving back to the people and building a stronger community.

Our Key Influencer Program aims to showcase the hardwork and dedication of people who give so much to their local communities. Every airshow nominates a key influencer and they are given a backseat ride before the airshow by Lt. Connor O’Donnell, Blue Angel #7.

U.S. Navy U.S. Marine Corps

06/12/2024

A little rain won’t keep Fat Albert away!

06/12/2024

Today is the last day to save on tickets! Starting tomorrow ticket prices increase so buy today at www.airfest.com!

You know what else you can find on our website? A very thorough FAQ page to answer all your questions! We appreciate everyone's patience as we prepare for our big show and try to answer everyone's questions. If you don't hear back from us, please visit the FAQ page and you will most likely find your answer.

*Also, please note that viewing of the show is on the Airfest grounds (bring a lawnchair or blanket) and not in the parking lot for tailgating. Back to a regular airshow!*

Welcome to Deke Slayton Airfest Buy Tickets La Crosse Regional Airport, La Crosse, WI Save the Date Deke Slayton Airfest is Proud and Honored to host the U.S. Navy Blue Angels June 15 – 16, 2024 2024 Airfest returns to its original open grounds large festival atmosphere.

06/12/2024

Curious what it’s like to fly with U.S. Navy Blue Angels?! Check out this awesome story from WKBT Emily Brown and News 8 Now / News 8000 who had the once in a lifetime experience along with Jake Erickson of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater La Crosse!

LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- The Blue Angels were back in La Crosse Tuesday prepping for the Deke Slayton AirFest.

06/11/2024

We can’t wait for Mike Goulian’s arrival too!

06/11/2024

Welcome to La Crosse U.S. Navy Blue Angels #7!

06/10/2024

A sight you can’t see from the bluffs or river! It will give you goosebumps watching the distinguished men and women of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels prepare for their flight 🇺🇸 And icing on the cake, they might stop by the flight line to meet some future jet pilots! Buy your tickets today at Airfest.com ✈️