Celebrate Labor Day Weekend and the 2025 Air Show in high-flying style at the Science Center!

Tickets coming soon.


Air Show Deck Party on the Mather 

August 30 - September 1

Check-in begins at 10 a.m.

Watch the Air Show from the deck of the Mather. Food and drinks are available for purchase at the Science Center (alcohol is not allowed on the Mather). Guests should bring chairs as seating is not provided. Check-in begins at 10 a.m. Event includes on and off access to the ship for the day. Availability is limited and advanced tickets are highly recommended.

Parking: Parking is available in the Great Lakes Science Center's attached parking garage, located on the street between the Science Center and Cleveland Browns Stadium. Validated cost is $9 per car ($7 for members) and validation is available during check-in.

Cancellation and refund policy: Cancellations must be made two days in advance to receive a refund. No refunds will be given less than two days in advance.


Air Show Family Picnic

August 30 - September 1

Check-in begins at 10 a.m.

Watch the Air Show from the Science Center's terrace overlooking North Coast Harbor while enjoying family games and activities. Tickets include general admission to the Science Center plus a lunch buffet from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Seating is provided but guests may bring chairs. Check-in begins at 10 a.m.

Parking: Parking is included in ticket prices in the Science Center's attached garage. Note that capacity is limited and not guaranteed.

Cancellation and refund policy: Cancellations must be made two days in advance to receive a refund. No refunds will be given less than two days in advance.


AIR SHOW VIP RECEPTION 

August 31 

1 - 5 p.m.

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at Great Lakes Science Center! Join us for an exclusive event where you will enjoy sensational aerial displays, including performances by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and the U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet, from a fantastic vantage point overlooking the lakefront.

Complimentary food and beverage service will be provided, along with priority parking in the Science Center’s garage, ample seating, and full access to the Science Center, including this summer’s special exhibition, Steam and Steel: Propelling the Future of the Great Lakes.

Want to purchase tickets? Tickets are $125 per person or $99 for Science Center Members. Click here to purchase.

Interested in a sponsorship? If you or your company is interested in sponsoring the event, please click here to learn more or contact Jaime Jones at jonesj@glsc.org or 216.696.554


Labor Day Weekend at the Science Center is sponsored by: