BowmanFest 2025

Schedule

Sat, 04 Oct, 2025 at 10:00 am to Sun, 05 Oct, 2025 at 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Bowman Field | Louisville, KY

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We invite you to join us on the airfield at... BowmanFest!
October 4 & 5, 2025
Saturday & Sunday
GATES: 10am-5pm
​FREE ADMISSION: ALL VETERANS & ​FIRST RESPONDERS
Admission:
• $50 per family of four
• $20 per adult
• $15 for seniors and children ages 6-15
• Children 5 and under are free
• Veterans and active military are free with ID
BowmanFest is back for 2025, bigger and better than ever, with an expanded program that now includes a thrilling aerobatic air show!
Established in 1920, Bowman Field is one of the oldest continually operating commercial airports in North America. The event kicks off with the IPA 5K on the Runway run/walk at Bowman Field on Saturday morning. BowmanFest is proudly presented by the Bowman Field Foundation.
The two-day event brings together aviation history, community fun, and family-friendly entertainment featuring rare vintage aircraft from the 1920’s to the present from across the United States, including military vehicles, motorcycles, equipment and more.
BowmanFest is excited to welcome back their CAT3 aerobatic airshow which will run twice daily featuring top local and regional performers. This year’s event will feature over 40 planes on display. Opportunities for attendees to purchase rides will be available in select planes and helicopters. Past highlights have included the C-130 Hercules, P-51 Mustang, RV-8, B-25 Bomber, Yak-23, Boeing-Stearman, AT-6 Wolverine, and WACO Biplane. Additionally, there will be numerous activities to enjoy, learn and appreciate aviation history from local aviation and military veterans’ groups.
The festival will also offer local food trucks, multiple bars and family fun for all.
Kicking off the weekend on Saturday, October 4th is the IPA 5K on the Runway at Bowman Field. One of Louisville’s most exciting races, this 5K takes place on a fast, flat course that is almost entirely on the airfield. Runners will receive a commemorative medal, race shirt, beverage, and same-day admission to BowmanFest with their registration.
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Bowman Field, 2700 Moran Ave, Louisville, KY 40205-3163, United States

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