Frecce Tricolori - Lignano Air Show 2026

The Frecce Tricolori - Lignano Air Show 2026 will take place on July 12, 2026, in Lignano Sabbiadoro, starting at 3:30 PM. The famous “Lignano Air Show” will offer the public the traditional and spectacular performance of the Frecce Tricolori, Italy’s prestigious national aerobatic team, which has thrilled tens of thousands of spectators for generations. Saturday, July 11th will feature the dress rehearsals of the Frecce Tricolori with white smoke.

During the show, visitors will also be able to admire Italian Air Force helicopters, parachutists, and other aerobatic aircraft. The Frecce Tricolori are based in Lignano Sabbiadoro, which hosts a permanent training field during the winter season, making this event even more special.

This spectacular event is a must for aviation enthusiasts and anyone looking to experience a unique and unforgettable show. The team, composed of young Italian pilots trained with great dedication by the Italian Air Force, continues to captivate audiences throughout Italy and worldwide.

"W Lignano Air Show 2026" Program

The air show will take place in the waters located in front of Beach Office 11 (Ufficio Spiaggia 11).

From Saturday to Sunday evening, the event will be enhanced by the new Air Force Village, which will be set up across two distinct areas.

• At Beach Office 11, there will be a stand dedicated to aviation publishing.
• At San Giovanni Bosco Park, you will find a recreational flight simulator, augmented reality headsets, and an Info Point! All of this to let participants experience the thrill of flying firsthand.
   

OFFICIAL PROGRAM FOR SUNDAY, JULY 12TH, 2026

• 15:35 - Opening and Flag Flyover (15th Wing A.M.)
• 15:41 - Extra 300 aerobatic display
• 15:53 - Roma Fly Team demonstration
• 16:07 - AW 169 Helicopter (Guardia di Finanza)
• 16:20 - "Jonathan Collection" historical aircraft
• 16:31 - FVG Helicopter Rescue demonstration
• 16:37 - TTake Team (Aerobatic stunts)
• 16:49 - Crew RV 8
• 16:59 - CAP 231 solo display
• 17:12 - DemoSAR rescue demonstration
• 17:30 - Grand Finale: Frecce Tricolori

 

IMPORTANT TRAFFIC INFORMATION

In occasion of the "Viva Lignano 2026" air show, scheduled for Saturday, July 11th (rehearsals) and Sunday, July 12th (official event), major traffic modifications are planned to ensure the safety of everyone present.

No Parking

From 1:00 AM on Saturday, July 11th until 8:00 PM on Sunday, July 12th, parking is prohibited with towing in enforcement along the entire Lungomare Trieste and in the surrounding streets indicated in red on the map.

No Transit

On both Saturday and Sunday, from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM, traffic is completely prohibited along the coastline and on the main access routes to the beach (yellow areas).

One-way Streets and Parking

To facilitate the outflow of traffic, one-way streets have been established (indicated by black arrows on the map). It is recommended to use the designated parking areas (P) and to follow the instructions of the staff on-site.

On July 11, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM – or until the end of the trials – and on July 12, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM – or until the end of the event – in the sea area highlighted in the map in the post.

It is prohibited to:

• navigate, anchor, stop, or carry out any activities related to public use of the sea;
• swim or bathe;
• engage in diving activities using any technique;
• engage in any type of fishing;
• carry out any other underwater or surface activities.

We would like to remind everyone that the main point of reference for all security vehicles, the armed forces, the direction and the commander of the Frecce Tricolori will be located at the beach office number 11, located on Lungomare Trieste in Lignano Sabbiadoro.

For safety reasons and to ensure the correct execution of the activities, access to the sea water will be prohibited from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm on the entire coast of Sabbiadoro, precisely from the red lighthouse to roundabout 3 of the Villaggio Bella Italia. On the occasion of this important event, access to Lungomare Trieste will be limited, and only emergency vehicles, the police and law enforcement will have access.