Wales Airshow

Taking to the skies over Swansea Bay on 5 and 6 July 2025

Big news confirmed! The Red Arrows are returning to Swansea

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World-famous RAF team The Red Arrows are set the thrill crowds at Swansea’s Wales Airshow this summer. 

Red Arrows Mumbles Swansea

They are the first big name to be confirmed for the free-entry spectacular, due to take place over Swansea Bay on Saturday 5 July, and Sunday 6 July. The annual show, which takes place over the bay using its 4 miles of coastline and attracts over 200,000 residents and visitors from across Wales and the UK, is organised by Swansea Council.

The Red Arrows, renowned for their breathtaking aerial displays and precision flying, will perform on both Saturday and Sunday this year, treating spectators to their trademark formations, heart-stopping manoeuvres, and dazzling trails of red, white, and blue smoke.

On the ground, visitors will be able to enjoy a variety of entertainment options, including trade stalls, delicious food and drink, live music performances, and fun activities for all ages. The event promises an action-packed weekend for families, aviation enthusiasts, and tourists alike.

Councillor Robert Francis-Davies, Cabinet Member for Investment, Regeneration, Events, and Tourism at Swansea Council, said: “It’s amazing to have the Red Arrows back again, and great to have them perform on both days at the 2025 Wales National Airshow. Their displays never fail to captivate the audience, and we know that visitors will be just as thrilled as ever. This event is a highlight of Swansea’s summer calendar, and we’re expecting another fantastic turnout this year.”

In addition to the Red Arrows, more thrilling air displays and ground attractions are set to be announced in the coming weeks, with previous years featuring iconic aircraft such as the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, the RAF Typhoon, and a variety of international aerobatic teams.

Thousands enjoy great Wales Airshow weekend

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SWANSEA’S Wales Airshow had a fantastic weekend with hundreds of thousands of people enjoying the country’s biggest free outdoor event.

Two days of flying featuring The Red Arrows, the RAF Typhoon and many other displays delighted visitors from across the UK.

The Swansea Council-organised event saw huge crowds enjoy a wide range of interactive displays, activities and live entertainment on the ground as well as seeing the action in the air.

New features included a Veterans’ Village to honour all ex-Service people. Visitors celebrated the significant contributions made to the UK by those who serve and have served in the forces.

The show marked Wales Armed Forces Day, with Saturday activity including a stage ceremony and entertainment. An original song, written by a group of veterans, was performed publicly for the first time at the event.

Cabinet member Robert Francis-Davies said: “Swansea does more than ever to salute those who serve in the forces; our airshow activity helped visitors acknowledge the contribution of our veterans, reservists, cadet forces and volunteers.

“As one of the highlights of the annual Swansea events calendar, the airshow was a huge success, continuing to support the city’s reputation as a top-class venue for major events. 

“The stars of the free-entry show included the hundreds of thousands who enjoyed a day out or a weekend in Swansea. The family atmosphere resulted in a great weekend.

“The airshow contributes millions of pounds to the local economy and we thank local businesses and residents for their patience with the road closures, and to all traders for their contribution to the latest show’s success.

“We also appreciate the understanding of those whose daily routines were affected by the road changes implemented for everyone’s safety.” 

He paid tribute to the effort put in by council staff, emergency services, show sponsors and other council partners who helped make the event a top-quality showcase for the city. 

Swansea has a wide range of top-class events this year, including the World Triathlon Para Series Swansea on June 22, IRONMAN 70.3 Swansea on July 14, and three days of music in Singleton Park from July 18-20. More info: www.enjoyswanseabay.com   

This year’s sponsors included Aerodyne, Day’s Rental, First Cymru, FRF DS Swansea, FRF Toyota, Great Western Railway, Greatest Hits Radio, Lidl, Radnor Hills, Royal British Legion, Transport for Wales and Travel House.

Next year’s Wales Airshow is due to take place on July 5 and 6. 

Wales Airshow returns to Swansea Bay this weekend

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The two-day Wales Airshow – organised by your council – is back!

Head of cultural services Tracey McNulty said: “Tens of thousands of people will attend this exceptional show – there’ll be lots to enjoy.

“We thank those whose daily routines may have to change due to the road changes which are in place for the safety of all. We also thank all our sponsors and supporters.”

New features this year include a Veterans’ Village to honour all ex-Service people. The airshow takes place close to Armed Forces Week and visitors will be able to celebrate the contributions made to the UK by those who serve and have served in the forces. The show will mark Wales Armed Forces Day, with Saturday activity including a stage ceremony – from noon – and entertainment.

See the Red Arrows, if you can. They’re due to appear over Swansea at 5.15pm on Saturday. 

The weekend will also see the return of the RAF Typhoon on both days and a Royal Navy Black Cats Wildcat.

Aerobatics specialists Team Raven, the Norwegian Vampire and the Army’s world-famous Red Devils Parachute Team are also due to appear – plus a Fairey Swordfish bi-plane, the Westland Wasp helicopter, a Rolls Royce Spitfire (Sunday only), a Yak50, the Starlings Aerobatic Team, the Gazelle Squadron helicopter display team, a Sea King helicopter and the Firebirds Aerobatic Team.

There’ll be ground displays for all the family including a replica Hurricane and Typhoon, military displays, food and drink, live entertainment, a funfair, vintage military vehicles, a D-Day mobile museum, trade stands, the Motor Zone for fans of cars – and a new family fun area. 

There’ll be flight simulators, the Band of the Prince of Wales, large combat vehicles and the Veterans’ Village.

The Veteran’s Village, supported by The Royal British Legion, will feature a range of service-related charities that assist the armed forces community locally and nationally.

There are still spaces available in the pre-bookable dedicated car parking, park and ride facilities will be available at Bay Studios and the council’s Landore P&R site, and you can travel to the show by train and bus.

The Wales Airshow official app offers access to the official timetable of displays, live updates, plane bios and more. It’s available on Android and Apple devices for a one-off £1.99; it can be re-download for free if you’ve bought it previously.

Organisers and partners are taking measures to minimise the event’s environmental impact. These include more recycling points than ever before and three water refill stations. 

Free lost child wristbands are available from airshow information points, car park staff, cadets and stewards located along the promenade, and from the police and fire service stands at the Cenotaph.

First Aid points will be manned by St John Ambulance personnel.

Sponsors and supporters includeAerodyne, Day’s Rental, First Cymru, FRF DS Swansea, FRF Toyota, Great Western Railway, Greatest Hits Radio, Lidl, Radnor Hills, Royal British Legion, Transport for Wales and Travel House.

It’s back! The RAF Typhoon is heading for Swansea

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​​​​​​​The RAF’s world-famous Typhoon jet is set the delight crowds at Swansea’s Wales Airshow this summer.

It’s the second big name to be confirmed for the two-day spectacular due to take place over Swansea Bay on July 6 and 7.

The annual show is being organised by the council – and the Typhoon, with a top speed of almost twice the speed of sound, is due to appear on both days.

The Red Arrows are due to attend on the Saturday – and there’ll be many other stars of the skies and a wide range of family fun on the ground throughout the big weekend, including displays, virtual reality experiences and live music. 

Council cabinet member Robert Francis-Davies said: “The Wales Airshow will be a great weekend this summer and we’re delighted that the Typhoon will be flying over Swansea again. 

“The airshow, with its fantastic family atmosphere, is a great partner for other big local events such as the IRONMAN 70.3 Swansea and World Triathlon Para Series Swansea.

“It contributes millions of pounds to our local economy.” 

Returning to the skies above Swansea Bay 5 and 6 July 2025!

Featuring breathtaking aerobatic displays, state-of-the-art military aircraft and vintage planes from the past, tens of thousands of visitors enjoy the Wales Airshow in Swansea Bay every year. Expect to see exciting air displays, incredible ground displays, entertainment and much more. For updates, sign up to our mailing list and be sure to follow us on social media.

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