Prepare for take-off! The skies over Bray will roar to life once more as the Bray Air Display 2025 lands on Saturday, August 2nd, promising one of the most thrilling and unforgettable aviation events in Ireland’s calendar.

With a breathtaking array of aircraft and awe-inspiring aerobatics, this free family festival brings the best of Irish and international air display acts to Bray’s stunning seafront. From next-generation jetliners and vintage aircraft to daring wingwalkers and gravity-defying solo pilots, the event offers a sky-high spectacle like no other.

But the excitement doesn’t stop in the sky – there’s a world of fun waiting on the ground! Dive into the high-energy buzz of the Seafront Funfair, discover the new cutting-edge “Future of Flight” Tech Zone where drones are making a difference, and marvel at the impressive static display by the Irish Defence Forces. Get up close with an impressive collection of model aircraft, showcased by the Model Aeronautics Council of Ireland. And when it’s time to refuel, the Food and Craft Village is bursting with mouthwatering treats and artisan treasures. For the ultimate thrill, don’t miss the chance to soar above the coastline on a breathtaking helicopter ride over Bray Head! The action kicks off from noon, with the awe-inspiring Bray Air Display taking to the skies at 3 pm sharp.

Sé Pardy, Flight Display Director, said: “We’re incredibly proud to deliver another world-class line-up for 2025. The Bray Air Display is not just a show—it’s an experience that ignites imaginations and celebrates the best of aviation. We can’t wait to welcome families, aviation lovers and first-time visitors for what promises to be an unforgettable day in Bray.”

Bray Air Display 2025 line-up – Updated July 9th 2025 (Line-up is not in order of appearance and is subject to changes)

• Aer Lingus Airbus A321XLR – Next-generation aircraft makes a showstopping appearance
• AeroSuperBatics Wingwalkers – Heart-stopping stunts and sky-high thrills as daredevils dance on the wings of flying biplanes
• Black Knights Parachute Team – Watch the skies open up with precision parachuting
• Eddie Goggins – The Flying Dentist – Jaw-dropping solo aerobatics
• Emerald Airlines – Ireland’s regional airline showcasing skill and style
• Garda Air Support Unit – Eyes in the sky: meet Ireland’s aerial policing powerhouse
• Irish Air Corps – A dynamic display from Ireland’s aerial guardians
• Irish Historic Flight Foundation – Stearman and Chipmunk aircraft evoke aviation’s golden age
• P-51 Mustang Marinell – Legendary WWII fighter brings speed, sound, and history to life
• Richard Goodwin – High-energy muscle biplane aerobatics like you’ve never seen before
• Search and Rescue display – A powerful tribute to the heroes safeguarding lives
• Spitfire – Iconic Battle of Britain star returns with thunderous grace
• Strikemaster – Feel the roar and rush of this classic military jet
• Team Raven – Precision formation aerobatics by seven Van RV8 aircraft

In addition, the event team is honoured once again to welcome the Irish Defence Forces Naval Service, with one of their LE Fleet vessels anchored offshore, providing a majestic maritime backdrop.

Brigadier General Rory O’Connor, General Officer Commanding the Irish Air Corps, added: “The Bray Air Display offers a unique opportunity for the Irish Air Corps to connect with the public and showcase the professionalism and capability of our personnel. We are delighted to support this exceptional celebration of aviation and community spirit.”

In a bold new step towards future-focused innovation, Bray Air Display proudly welcomes a new collaboration with the Dublin Drone Innovation Partnership (DIP) for 2025. DIP is a collaborative partnership between Dublin City Council, the Irish Aviation Authority, and Maynooth University. This exciting addition aligns DIP’s mission to promote the safe and innovative integration of drones with Bray Air Display’s platform as one of Ireland’s most iconic aviation showcases. This new partnership creates an incredible opportunity for meaningful public engagement and innovative storytelling that highlights the benefits of drones.

The “Future of Flight” Tech Zone isn’t just for tech enthusiasts — it’s designed to engage and inform families, students, and anyone curious about the evolving role of drones in daily life. It will feature:

• Live Drone Demonstration Segment – Where the future of unmanned aviation comes to life
• Interactive Tech Zone – Featuring VR Drone experience – over 12’s only and offered on a first-come, first-served basis!
• Talks – Focusing on drone safety, drones for good and smart urban integration

Veronica Mariti Sesoko, DIP Project Engagement Lead, said: “Our partnership with the Bray Air Display is a fantastic opportunity to show the public how drone technology is evolving to serve society. Whether it’s delivering critical medical supplies, supporting emergency services, or inspiring the next generation of STEM talent, we’re proud to spotlight the positive impact of innovation in action. The ‘Future of Flight’ Innovation Zone will offer a truly interactive, educational, and forward-looking experience for all ages.”

Sé Pardy, Flight Display Director, added: “The addition of DIP’s ‘Future of Flight’ programme brings an inspiring new layer to the Bray Air Display. While we celebrate our aerial heritage and world-class aviation feats, we also invite the public to discover what the skies of tomorrow might look like.”

To assist us in reducing the event’s carbon footprint, we encourage attendees to choose greener transport options, such as public transport, car-sharing, walking, or cycling. We advise anyone planning to attend the event to arrive before 2 pm, irrespective of their preferred mode of transport.

All attendees driving to the event must pre-book their parking space online at the official event car parks before attending the airshow.

For all the details, visit the events’ comprehensive website at brayairdisplay.com. Here, you’ll find practical advice on how to get to Bray, pre-booking parking, shuttle bus arrangements, accessibility details, and more.

The official 2025 souvenir programme will be available as a free digital download closer to the event.

The #BrayAirDisplay is managed by Bray Summerfest, with thanks to our partners, bray.ie, Irish Air Corp, Weston Airport and Wicklow County Council.

About the #BrayAirDisplay

• The Bray Air Display is one of Ireland’s largest free events, attracting the largest single-family audience. It’s estimated that the event contributes €3.5 million to the local economy*.
• It is a fantastic community-organised event that is the lead tourism event in Wicklow.
• In addition to being a fantastic free family event, the festival aims to inspire the next generation of aviation enthusiasts to pursue careers in one of Ireland’s leading industries.
• The event takes place along Bray’s iconic Victorian promenade with the magnificent Bray Head as the backdrop.
• The line-up includes the very best Irish and international aerobatic display teams and vintage aircraft. Previously featured RAF Red Arrows, Italy’s Frecce Tricolori, the Breitling Wingwalkers and our very own Irish Air Corps.
• Family entertainment includes an amazing funfair, helicopter pleasure flights, corporate hospitality as well as superb artisan street food – all in all, a great family day out.
• The event experience is enhanced with live commentary.
• Our official souvenir brochure is packed with fascinating articles and information about all aspects of the festival and is available as a free download.
• Transport infrastructure enables easy access to the event.
• The festival makes a very significant, positive impact on the town of Bray, the surrounding region and wider Irish society from a social-cultural perspective.
• It was recognised as ‘Best Festival / Event Experience over 50,000 people’ at the prestigious, national Irish Tourism Industry Awards 2017, in 2018 and 2019 we won Silver in the ‘Best Tourism Initiative’ category at the All-Ireland Community and Council Awards.
• We continue to create a better, stronger event year after year, ultimately giving sponsors access to a massive national audience from the following categories: ABC1, C2 & D.
• In 2024, our social media reach was 760,000, over 94,000 website visits, with 9,000 digital downloads of the Official Souvenir Programme.
• The festival was featured extensively in the media, resulting in 370 stories across TV, radio, print, and online platforms, including RTE News, Virgin Media News, Ireland AM, 2FM, RTE Radio One, Today FM, Newstalk, and other commercial and independent radio stations.

*Economic evaluation is an estimate based on data compiled via a survey, hotelier/business insight analysis, and corporate ticket sales. 

About the Drone Innovation Partnership Project (DIP)

The Drone Innovation Partnership (DIP) is an initiative dedicated to shaping the future of drones and urban air mobility in Dublin. This two-year collaboration, launched in October 2024, brings together expertise from Dublin City Council, Maynooth University, Lero (the Research Ireland Centre for Software), and the Irish Aviation Authority.

The DIP aims to prepare Dublin and Ireland for the regulated and widespread use of drones in both commercial, public services and civic life, ensuring that these innovative technologies can be integrated and scaled up safely and orderly within urban environments, benefiting cities.

For more details on the Drone Innovation Partnership, visit https://droneinnovationpartnership.com or email [email protected].

The #BrayAirDisplay is part of the #SummerInBray tourism campaign, a collaborative effort involving the Bray and District Chamber of Commerce, Bray Municipal District, Wicklow County Council, and bray.ie. The campaign aims to support the local economy and promote Bray as a vibrant, family-friendly destination. Learn more about other #SummerInBray festivals and events at https://bray.ie/summer2025

Join the conversation  – Campaign hashtags are #BrayAirDisplay #SummerInBray #LoveBray #Bray