The U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels will perform in Cocoa Beach on April 11 and 12 as part of the 2026 Air Dot Show, an event organizers say will honor America’s 250th anniversary with aerobatic displays and military jet demonstrations. The free public event will take place along the Cocoa Beach shoreline, with the Atlantic Ocean serving as a backdrop for the performances. Tickets for premium viewing areas, including the Flight Line Club VIP experience with shaded seating, lunch, and beverages, are available through the Air Dot Show website. The two-day air show will feature the Blue Angels’ signature routines, along with other aviation displays. Organizers expect thousands of spectators to attend, drawn by the combination of military precision and the Space Coast’s coastal setting. The event will include patriotic tributes, with displays timed to coincide with the nation’s 250th birthday. The Blue Angels, based at Naval Air Station Pensacola, Florida, are the U.S. Navy’s flight demonstration team. Their appearances in Cocoa Beach will be their first at the Air Dot Show since 2019. The event, which began in 2005, typically draws crowds of 50,000 to 70,000 people over the two days. Free parking will be available at the Cocoa Beach Pier and surrounding lots, with shuttle services connecting to the main viewing areas. The show will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days, with performances scheduled at noon, 2 p.m., and 4 p.m. Local businesses along the Cocoa Beach shoreline have reported increased interest in weekend plans, with hotels and restaurants booking reservations for the event. The Air Dot Show organizers say they are working with county officials to ensure safety and crowd management for the expected large turnout.