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National Aviation Day | Pay As You Wish!

National Aviation Day | Pay As You Wish!

Date: Saturday, Aug 16, 2025 | 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Location: Air & Space Museum
Categories: Discount Days, Kids Activities, Special Events

Join Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum for a celebration of flight on Saturday, August 16. Pay as you wish and participate in family-friendly activities and learn about the science and history of flight. Discover the extreme side of flight as you check out our newest exhibit 2theXtreme and experience the new Wright Flyer simulator. The first 150 guests will receive a special gift!

Enjoy special activities including:

  • Science demonstrations
  • Select open cockpits:
    • New! AV-8B Harrier II+
    • Steen Skybolt
    • Aerospatiale AS316 Alouette III
    • F-104C Starfighter
  • Pedal planes
  • Kids zone & crafts
  • Book sale
  • Small talks
  • And more!

Please note: Pricing for Simulator Experiences are standard Wings’ pricing. Pay as You Wish offer is valid only on 8/16/25 at the Air & Space Museum. Pre-sale tickets not available for this event.

National Aviation Day is a powerful time to celebrate aerospace innovation, and Wings Over the Rockies is proud to inspire individuals of all ages about the exciting world of aviation and space.

As a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, we rely on generous donations from community members like you to fulfill our mission. Volunteers like Leo DeGreef, whose long career in aerospace sparked a lifelong passion, help amplify our impact by supporting Wings Over the Rockies and sharing that passion with others.

“Wings Over the Rockies gives kids a glimpse of the amazing aviation and space industry and helps guide them toward a path of good.” – Leo DeGreef, Wings Over the Rockies Volunteer

This National Aviation Day, we invite you to make a special gift to Wings Over the Rockies. With your support, we will continue to share the extreme spirit of flight, preserve its legacy, and shape the next generation of aerospace leaders.

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Kids enjoying 2theXtreme exhibit
Kids in pedal planes at the Air & Space Museum

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