Fly-ins and events
May
Breezy Point Aviation Day
May 2, 2026
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
8MN3 - Breezy Point MN
Aircraft Static Display, Great Planes Aviation, LifeLink Medi-Vac
Fire Trucks, EMT, Sheriff Vehicles, Drone Display
Pilots & Friends Social
Collector Car Show
Free Lunch & Drinks
Free Ice Cream Treats
Contact: www.breezypointairport.com or Cliff at 218-838-3434
Alexandria Food Truck Fly-in
May 2, 2026
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Alexandria Regional Airport (KAXN)
Join us May 2 from 10 AM – 2 PM for a fun, family-friendly event celebrating the 50-year anniversary of Alexandria Aviation. This unique event is open to pilots flying in from across the region as well as the general public.
Food trucks in attendance:
- Fruity Bowls (acai bowls)
- Smokin' Brews & 'Ques (brisket, ribs, pork)
- Colby's Word Classics (shrimp, egg rolls, cheese curds, pretzels)
- Deja Bleu Coffee House (coffee, boba teas, pastries)
Contact: Kreg Anderson - 320-762-2111
Owatonna Fly-in Breakfast
May 17, 2026
7 a.m. - noon
Owatonna, MN (KOWA)
French Toast, Sausage and Fresh Fruit!
Sunday, May 17h at the Owatonna Degner Regional Airport, we will be hosting our annual Fly-In/Drive-In Breakfast rain or shine! This event is open to the public, with a couple of purchasable
aircraft flights if weather permits, various aircraft flying in from across the state, including a special appearance by the Commemorative Air Force!
The breakfast will be served by the Civil Air Patrol’s Owatonna Composite Squadron!
PIC's flying in eat free! Tickets are $12 at the door. Kids age 5 and under eat FREE.
Contact: Corey Madrid, CAP - 507-210-4532; mn132.cap@gmail.com
Burgers at Barnstormers Flight School Bemidji (BJI)
May 28, 2026
5 - 7 p.m.
Bemidji Regional Airport (BJI)
EAA Chapter 1397 is flying out to different airports every Thursday evening for burgers this summer! Come join us for Burgers at Barnstormers Flight School Bemidji (BJI)
Contact: eaachapter.1397@gmail.com
June
Burgers at Battle Lake (00MN)
June 4, 2026
5 - 7 p.m.
Battle Lake Municipal Airport (00MN)
EAA Chapter 1397 is flying out to different airports every Thursday evening for burgers this summer! Come join us for Burgers at the Battle Lake Airport (00MN)
Contact: eaachapter.1397@gmail.com
Burgers at Moberg's (MN13)
June 11, 2026
5 - 7 p.m.
Moberg Air Base Airport (MN13)
EAA Chapter 1397 is flying out to different airports every Thursday evening for burgers this summer! Come join us for Burgers at the Moberg Air Base (MN13). Wheels and Floats
Contact: eaachapter.1397@gmail.com
Pancake Breakfast Fly-In
June 14, 2026
7:30 a.m. - noon
Buffalo Municipal Airport (CFE), Buffalo, MN 55313
Pancake Breakfast, 7:30 AM – noon, hosted by EAA Chapter 878, in the hangar of West Metro Aviation
Car show hosted and held concurrently on airport grounds 9 AM to 1 PM by Wright County Car Club
Contact: Wayne Flury, 763-670-6021
Rush City Regional Airport Fly-in/Drive-in
June 14, 2026
8 a.m. - noon
Rush City Regional Airport
Airplanes, car show, food trucks, Lions Pancake breakfast, warbirds, antique aircraft, antique tractors, bounce house, climbing wall, airbrush tattoos and much, much more.
Contact: Shannon Geier 320-358-4743
Fergus Falls, MN - EAA Chapter 1174 Annual Fly In / Belgian Waffle Breakfast
June 14, 2026
8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Fergus Falls Municipal Airport - KFFM
On Sunday June 14th, EAA Chapter 1174 is hosting our annual Fly-In and famous Belgian waffle breakfast at the Fergus Falls Airport 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Breakfast includes sausages, coffee or juice, and all the Belgian waffles you care to eat. Adults $12, children $8.
We will also be doing Young Eagle Flights. You can register for your time slot at
https://eaachapters.org/event-details/FF2376O2A
Contact: Robert Gray - rcgray@gmail.com - 320-979-6440
Burgers at Bagley (7Y4)
June 18, 2026
5 - 7 p.m.
Bagley Municipal Airport (7Y4)
EAA Chapter 1397 is flying out to different airports every Thursday evening for burgers this summer! Come join us for Burgers at the Bagley Airport (7Y4).
Contact: eaachapter.1397@gmail.com
Kiwanis Fly-In Pancake Breakfast
June 20, 2026
7:30 - 11 a.m.
Moose Lake MN airport (MZH)
Annual fundraiser for Kiwanis. PIC eat free
Contact: Larry Peterson (peterson206@msn.com)
Father’s Day fly-in
June 20, 2026
8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Grand Rapids, Mn airport (KGPZ)
Eggs, sausage, pancakes, all you can eat.
Contact: Liz, 763-232-3500
Burgers at Robco (MN12)
June 25, 2026
5 - 7 p.m.
Robco Airport (MN12)
EAA Chapter 1397 is flying out to different airports every Thursday evening for burgers this summer! Come join us for Burgers at the Robco Airport (MN12).
Contact: eaachapter.1397@gmail.com
Fly-in Pancake Breakfast
June 28, 2026
8 a.m. - noon
Redwood Falls Airport
Redwood Falls Rotary Club is serving all-you-can-eat pancakes and sausages. Pilots flying in for the day eat free and receive a $0.30 cent fuel discount! Check out our Facebook page for more information.
Contact: Kayla Bonde (kbonde@myht.bank)
Annual Pancake Breakfast Fly In
June 28, 2026
8 a.m. - noon
Brion Memorial Field
Annual Pancake Breakfast, Fly in and Young Eagle Rally. Common Traffic Advisory 122.9 Airport info : AirNav 3WN9 2300 ' turf runway
Contact: Mike Berg, (mikejudyberg@mail.com), Phone/text 7155336382
Wells: Wings & Wheels Fly In/Drive In Breakfast.
June 28, 2026
7:30 a.m. - noon
Wells Municipal Airport 68Y
Breakfast: Pancakes, French Toast, Eggs to order, Sausage, Beverages
PIC eat Free
Plane Rides and Fuel available.
Beautiful Turf/Grass runway.
Contact: Mark Schmitz 507 339 1658, mschmitz@bevcomm.net , Bruce Sauer 507 553 3100
July
Starbuck Fly-In Breakfast
July 4, 2026
12 p.m.- 12 a.m.
Starbuck MN Airport D32
The annual Starbuck Fly-In Breakfast will be held on July 4th, 2026, at the Starbuck Airport, D32. Serving from 7:00 AM to 12:00 pm. All you can eat Chris Cakes pancakes with sausage, coffee, juice, or water. PICs eat free. Experience a grass strip landing, then enjoy a pancake breakfast while watching airplanes of all makes and models come and go. The town celebration, Heritage Days, takes place a short distance away downtown, featuring a craft fair, car show, kids games, and many activities at the historic Depot and Museum. Stay for the day and see the Grande Parade and Queen Coronation. Or, arrive a day early, camp under your wing and the stars, and see Fireworks at dusk on beautiful Lake Minnewaska. Contact: Tom Beuckens 612-715-1995
Lions Fly-In Breakfast at Airlake Airport, a Lakeville Pan-O-Prog Event
July 5, 2026
7 - 11 a.m.
22301 Earhart Ln Lakeville, MN 55044
Aloft Aviation Jet Hangar - 22301 Earhart Lane
Directions: South on Cedar Ave. to 225th St., West on 225th St to Maynard Ln
You’re invited to our annual Fly-In Breakfast, part of Pan-O-Prog 2026
Pancakes and jet fuel on Sunday morning, what could be better? Bring your family and friends. The Lakeville Lions Club will be hosting their Annual Fly-In Breakfast at Airlake Airport on Sunday, July 5th from 7:00 am -11:00 am. This event attracts flyers from all over Minnesota and one from Wisconsin! This is one of those times when pilots will spend hundreds of dollars on fuel just for breakfast!! It costs nothing to come out and experience aviation with your own eyes and ears. Free admission and free parking for this great event.
Contact: eventdirector@lakevillelionsmn.org
Burgers at Moberg's (MN13)
July 9, 2026
5 - 7 p.m.
Moberg Air Base Airport (MN13)
EAA Chapter 1397 is flying out to different airports every Thursday evening for burgers this summer! Come join us for Burgers at the Moberg Air Base (MN13). Wheels and Floats. Contact: eaachapter.1397@gmail.com
Burgers at Longville (XVG)
July 16, 2026
5 - 7 p.m.
Longville Municipal Airport (XVG)
EAA Chapter 1397 is flying out to different airports every Thursday evening for burgers this summer! Come join us for Burgers at the Longville Airport (XVG). Contact: eaachapter.1397@gmail.com
Sauk Centre Mn Airport D39 Fly-in Cruz-in-Pancake
July 19, 2026
6 a.m.
Sauk Centre, MN Airport D39
Fly-in Cruz-in-Pancake Breakfast to benefit Patriot Assistance Dogs PAD. Fuel discount. PICs eat free. No entry fee for show vehicle. Further information will come closer to spring A Mid Minnesota Motorheads event; check out our Facebook page. Contact: mmmhde2021@gmail.com
August
Burgers at Kohl's Resort (Turtle Lake 6 mile N Bemidji)
Aug 6, 2026
5 - 7 p.m.
Turtle Lake 6 mile North of Bemidji
EAA Chapter 1397 is flying out to different airports every Thursday evening for burgers this summer! Come join us for a float plane only fly-in. Bring an anchor if the beach fills up. CTAF 122.9 Contact: eaachapter.1397@gmail.com
2nd Annual Pistons and Props
Aug 8, 2026
8 a.m.- 2 p.m.
KLJF - Litchfield Municipal Airport
**PILOTS EAT FREE**
Mark your calendars now because you won’t want to miss what we have planned! From horsepower to high-flying action, it’s going to be an unforgettable day for the whole family. Lions provide a French Toast Breakfast, Airport Adventure Zone for children, Classic Car Meet, Monster Trucks and much more!
Contact: Michael Niedzielski
Lake Elmo EAA Ch.54 Fly In Pancake Breakfast
Aug 9, 2026
8 - 11:30 a.m.
Lake Elmo Airport (21D)
Fly In / Drive In Pancake Breakfast
$10 breakfast. Net proceeds fund aviation scholarships for youth.
Pilot in Command eats free.
Contact: Marlon Gunderson, president@eaa54.org
Wings Over Alexandria Air Show
Aug 15, 2026
11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Alexandria Regional Airport (KAXN) Alexandria, MN
Get ready for high-flying excitement at the Wings Over Alexandria Airshow! Join us on August 15th, 2026 at the Alexandria Regional Airport (KAXN) for an unforgettable day celebrating aviation in the Alexandria Lakes area. Gates open at 11:30 am, with the airshow beginning at 1:00 pm. Enjoy jaw-dropping aerobatics, precision flying, and a wide variety of aircraft on display, from vintage classics to modern marvels. Meet pilots, explore static displays, and grab great food from on-site vendors while taking in all the action. Check Facebook, Instagram, or visit www.wingsoveralexandria.org for more details! Rain date: August 16, 2026
Contact: info@wingsoveralexandria.org
Pizza at Nary (5MN1)
Aug 20, 2026
5 - 7 p.m.
Nary National Airport-Shefland Field (5MN1)
EAA Chapter 1397 is flying out to different airports every Thursday evening this summer! Come join us for Pizza at the Nary Airport (5MN1). Contact: eaachapter.1397@gmail.com
Paynesville Air Show
Aug 22, 2026
noon - 5 p.m.
Paynesville Municipal Airport - KPEX
Join us this August 22nd for an exciting afternoon of high-flying aerobatic performances and excitement for the whole family. Admission is free of charge; airplane rides and concessions are available for purchase. As the date grows near, keep an eye on our website at kpexairshow.com for a performer roster and a schedule of events!
We welcome aviators to fly in for the event, but ask that they monitor NOTAMs for airport closure times. A temporary control tower will be in effect. See you there!
Contact: Colin Doyle (320) 333-7880
Burgers at Sky Manor Aero Estates (MN86)
Aug 27, 2026
5 - 7 p.m.
Sky Manor Aero Estates Airport (MN86)
EAA Chapter 1397 is flying out to different airports every Thursday evening for burgers this summer! Come join us for Burgers at Sky Manor (MN86).
Contact: eaachapter.1397@gmail.com
September
Bowstring Airport Fall Colors Fly-in & Camp-Out
Sep 25, 2026
5 p.m.
9Y0 Bowstring Airport, Itasca County, MN
Fri, Sept 25-Sunday, Sept 27, 2026
Join us at Bowstring Airport for a weekend of aviation, camping, and fall colors at one of Minnesota’s best grass strip airports. Pilots and visitors alike are welcome to fly in or drive in and enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere in the heart of Itasca County.
Enjoy great food throughout the weekend:
Friday: Burgers & brats (5–7 p.m.)
Saturday: Breakfast (7–10 a.m.), burgers & brats (12–3 p.m.), fish & spuds (4–6 p.m.)
Sunday: Breakfast (7–10 a.m.), chili (12–3 p.m.)
Camp under your wing or nearby and take in the peak fall colors, great company, and classic lakes area flying experience.
Rain date: Oct 2-4, 2026 Contact: Ken Reichert at 218-244-6328 or BowstringAirport@gmail.com