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what's on at #sleapkosh26
A big thanks!
Thank you all for joining us for a weekend of laughs, aviation, beers and great vibes. We can't wait to do it all again for you next year. The dates for 2027 are above and we will be keeping you all updated on our socials and email as the plans for 2027 start to be announced.
What Happened in 2026?
2026 was our biggest year yet!
Two days of airshows. Showcasing aerobatic delights from Team Raven and Chris Burkett to name a few, Airborne Pyrotechnics lighting up the night sky with their fireworks, as well as one of the largest selection of warbirds seen at a UK fly-in for a very long time, with Spitfires, Hurricanes, P51 and more.
Huge trade show. With over 40 exhibitors including huge names like, Textron, Brinkley, Gemstone, Pooleys, DHL and so many more.
The evenings were filled with laughter and dancing with two nights of live music, the England game, an ever flowing bar and a great group of like minded fun people.
2026 Merch
Missed out on getting merch or want to keep the memory of your SleapKosh weekend alive by getting some more merch. Each eyear is unqiue to a new design so don't miss out once it's gone, it's gone. All items will be sent out second class.
Friday
The opening evening - and the late night party!
NO AIRCRAFT ARRIVALS UNTIL 10:00
10:30 - SleapKosh26 opens to fly-in visitors!
10:30 - Trade show and exhibition area opens
10:30 - Beer and food tents open - bring with new and improve food offerings including wood fired pizza, artisan coffees, Greek street food as well as champagne bar!
10:00 - Arrivals start in full swing with guests arriving from around the UK & Europe
11:30 - Speakers Corner - Aviation Pride UK
12:30 - Avgas bowser makes its rounds around the parking area for visitors to fill up
13:00 - Speakers Corner - Brinkley Aerospace
14:30 - Speakers Corner - CAA
15:00 - Display teams arrive
15:00 - Display teams arrive
15:30 - Avgas bowser makes its rounds
17:00 - Cirrus Stand - Welcome Happy Hour
(Visit us to explore the new SR Series G7+ and enjoy a complimentary beer)
18:30 - Volley Ball - bring your team of 5 people for a volley ball tournament - the winning team gets free drinks!
18:00 - Live Music Stage - Poppy Jam
19:00 - Strech Tent - SleapKosh FIRE FEAST!
Relaxed buffet style fire feast on the first night of the event, pre booking required
20:30 - Arrivals close
21:00- Evening Airshow Begins
21:00 - Parachute Drop
21:30 - Pyrotechnics Display
22:10 - Live Music Stage - Ego Friendly
23:45 - Live Music Stage - late night party!
02:00 - Bar Closes
saturday
NO AIRCRAFT MOVEMENTS BEFORE 09:00
07:30 - Hot Air Balloon ascent
08:30 - Sleap 5K around the airfield - bring your running shoes for a 5k around the airfield to clear the head!
09:00 - Arrivals open to visitors
09:00 - Avgas bowser makes its rounds
09:00 - Trade show and exhibition area opens
07:30 - Beer and food tents open -
10:30 - Speakers Corner - CAA
11:00 - Dodgems Open
12:30 - Avgas bowser makes its rounds
13:00 - Speakers Corner - UK Airprox's
13:45 - Aerodrome closes
14:00 - Airshow
16:00 - Airshow Ends after Parachute Drop
16:15 - Aerodrome Opens
16:00 - Brinkley Stand - Props & Hops Party! (Join us at the Brinkley stand for free beer and a moment to catch up with Brinkley & Hartzell reps, all the way from the US!)
16:30 - Speakers Corner - The Movement Hacking Project
18:00 - Textron Aviation - Cessna Party!
(Join us at the Textron stand for free beer and a look around the newest demonstrators)
18:30 - Live Music Stage - The Upbeats
18:30 - Speakers Corner - Flour Boming Brief
19:00 - Flour Bombing Competition
20:30 - Tug Of War - bring your team of 7 people for a tug of war tournament - the winning team gets free drinks!
21:00 - Live Music Stage - The Halcyon Band
22:00 - Main Bar - England Vs Norway
02:00 - Bar Closes
All events and times are subject to change.
The big day - and afternoon airshow!
sunday
NO MOVEMENTS BEFORE 09:00AM
07:30 - Hot Air Balloon ascent
08:30 - Sleap 5K around the airfield
09:00 - Arrivals & departures
09:00 - Avgas bowser makes its rounds
09:00 - Trade show and exhibition area opens
08:30 - Beer and food tents open
11:30 - Speakers Corner Flour Boming Brieff
12:00 - Flour Bombing Competition Round 2
12:30 - Avgas bowser makes its rounds
14:00 - Trade show and exhibition area closes
16:30 - Event closes
All events and times are subject to change.
Be advised, Sleap Aerodrome will be closed on Monday the 13th.
The departure day!
WHAT TO LOOK FORWARD TO
A weekend filled with like minded aviation lovers, it's an exclusive weekend for Fly-In visitors and SAC members only. We set out to create a relaxed weekend for pilots, by pilots and are improving the event year on year.
This year you can expect improved food offerings, massive airshow on Friday and Saturday with some of the very best airshow acts you can see anywhere, quiet camping area, bigger exhibitor area, better toilets and of course, just as much beer.
Come find out why everyone is talking about SleapKosh!
FLYING IN
Day Visit
£35
Day visit landing fee - Includes 2 wristbands (Pilot + 1 Passenger). This is just visiting for the day, access to the airshow and trade show, but does not include camping/overnight parking.
weekend & camping
£60
Camp underwing/parking overnight for either one or two nights, all for the same price.
Includes 2 wristbands (Pilot + 1 Passenger), access to the airshow, trade show, showers and beer tent!
All landing fees are non-refundable.
Guest Wristbands
The event is only open to fly-in visitors, their passengers/guests, SAC flying members and their guests (Associate members can attend for free but without guests) There is no tickets on sale to the public and there will be no public road access.
Flying to SleapKosh?
If you have booked in your aircraft via our online portal you'll be sent your wristbands beforehand. If you and your guests want, you can drive in on the day instead of flying if required, security will just need your aircfraft REG on arrival at the gate.
Driving to SleapKosh?
Only SAC members & guests of those with a wristbands present via the aircraft booking can drive in.
You can become a member by contacting the office.
Only 'Flying Memberships (£180/y)' can bring guests, associate membership for only £55 is for the single member.
Kids under 16 can get free access with a flying member.
Camping/Parking
Camping underwing or the glamorous bell tents will be available for all weekend visitors, on the apron, right in the heart of the festival. (Glamping Pods are now sold out)
New for 2026 we will be offering a quiet parking zone for those not wishing to park and camp near the music tent. Make sure you read the brief and follow the instructions to get parked in the correct space!
All parking/camping areas will have dedicated toilets and showers with full catering on site. Hotels are available nearby, taxi is best via Uber.
Want to bring a campervan or drive in with a tent? You'll need a guest wristband to be allowed access. It is then £40 for your campervan pitch for the weekend.
Guest writstbands are only available to SAC members and those flying in.
Strictly no disposble BBQs or naked flames on site at any times.
trade show
The exhibitor and trade show is growing bigger and better for 2026, with some of the biggest brands in the industry attending.
With a dedicated indoor exhibition hangar, aircraft exhibits, simulators, aircraft for sale, there is plently to see and do.
Interested in exhibiting next year at the biggest GA event of the year?
We offer corporate party stands/teepees, indoor booths and aircraft exhibit spaces, as well great sponsorship options.
For more infomation, click below.
The event is not open to the public due to space and insurance requirements. The entrance and nearby access must be kept clear for emergency services. Those trying to attend without a wristband will be removed, and may be reported to the police.
tHE AIRSHOW
The cherry on the SleapKosh cake is the airshow.
A 2-day event, the show brings some of the very best airshow acts from the UK and even Europe for your viewing pleasure.
From the impressive 6-ship tight formation aerobatic Team Raven, to vintage warbirds from Hurricane Heritage and the firework spectacular, Airbourne Pyrotechnics.
The night show will take place Friday evening with a parachute drop in the dark and a dazzling fireworks display. The big daytime show has been moved to the Saturday afternoon, leaving the evening for flour bombing! Some of the biggest names in the display world will gather at Sleap for a weekend of phenomenal displays!
Here's what to expect for 2026!
eXHIBITORS
Our exhibition and trade show is growing each year meaning there is plently to see every day. Catch up with your favourite brands at their corporate bar areas, see the newest aircraft and grab a deal/sell something at the fleamarket.
Here with us at SleapKosh26 are:
