Centaur Upper Stage

Join Wings Over the Rockies for an unforgettable evening celebrating America’s premier flight demonstration team, the United States Air Force Thunderbirds!

The 2026 Spreading Wings Gala brings together aviation enthusiasts, community leaders, veterans, and business executives for one of Colorado’s premier events. Guests will enjoy an elegant evening featuring remarkable stories, exclusive experiences, and the highly anticipated unveiling of our fully restored Thunderbird F-16D.

The evening will feature a special conversation with our guest of honor, retired Brigadier General James Latham. A decorated combat pilot, former prisoner of war, and Thunderbird Commander, General Latham’s remarkable career is a testament to courage, leadership, perseverance, and service. His story reflects the values that have defined the Thunderbirds for generations and continue to inspire those who dream of taking flight.

The Thunderbirds represent excellence, precision, teamwork, and service. Their legacy extends far beyond the skies, inspiring future pilots, maintainers, engineers, astronauts, and innovators. Every ticket, sponsorship, and donation helps Wings Over the Rockies create life-changing opportunities that prepare young people to become the next generation of Thunderbirds.

At this event, you’ll experience:

• Cocktail reception and elegant dinner
• Keynote discussion with retired Brigadier General James Latham
• Exclusive unveiling of our F-16D, painted in its original Thunderbirds livery
• View 4 additional historic aircraft models flown by the Thunderbirds
• Hear remarks from Thunderbirds Association Chair, Michael “Mo” Beale
• Interact with Thunderbirds pilots, maintainers, and crews
• Live auctions that include once-in-a-lifetime aviation adventures

Trust us, you don’t want to miss this remarkable evening honoring generations of aerospace excellence!

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Break out the costumes and start your Saturday with tasty food, aircraft and trick-or-treating at our monthly Breakfast Fly-In!*

Celebrate Halloween and get into the fall spirit at this family-friendly event, featuring special activities in addition to our usual experiences.

Enjoy*:

• Collect candy from aircraft and grab your FREE bag of popcorn (while supplies last)
• Join the costume catwalk and show off your outfits at 11 a.m.
• Take part in our spooky scavenger hunt and win prizes
• Play “Find My Character” bingo
• Participate in pumpkin stamping and monster windsock crafts
• See aircraft fly in and out on our tarmac and meet the pilots

Food Trucks: Cruz In & Eat & Sticky’s Munchies

Pilots: Fly in for free breakfast! For tie-down space, contact PublicPrograms@WingsMuseum.org or 303.360.5360 ext. 160.

We’ll see you soon, if you dare!

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9:30 a.m. Entry     10:30 a.m. Entry

Safety Reminder: To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, please note that weapons of any kind, including those that may be part of a costume, are strictly prohibited inside the museum.

This includes:

• Fake swords, knives, or guns
• Pointed or sharp objects
• Anything that could potentially be considered a weapon (even if part of your costume)

We ask that you please leave such items at home or in your vehicle. Let’s keep this day fun and safe!

*Weather permitting. Aircraft and activities are subject to change. Food is not included with admission.

Join us for our 6th annual career symposium, where your future takes flight!

This unique educational event caters to all ages and individuals who are looking for university opportunities or jobs in aerospace. There are so many fields to explore, including engineering, flight schools, public safety, and more!