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Bethpage Air Show Draws Massive Crowds at Jones Beach

Record attendance for the Blue Angels' rehearsal and the main event marks the unofficial start of summer on Long Island.

  • Over 106,000 people attended the Blue Angels' rehearsal on Friday, breaking previous records.
  • Saturday's show saw 171,000 attendees, with parking lots filling up early.
  • The air show features performances by the Blue Angels, U.S. Army Golden Knights, and the Navy's F-35C demo team.
  • This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Bethpage Air Show and significant milestones for Jones Beach and New York State Parks.
  • The event includes military demonstrations, vintage aircraft performances, and parachute team jumps.
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