Festival · Florida
SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo 2027
Apr 6–11
Tell us your Florida datesLakeland (Lakeland Linder International Airport) · Florida
Starts Apr 6
- Start looking
- by Feb 2
- Arrive
- Apr 5
- Head home
- Apr 12
One of the largest aviation events in the world — daily airshows, warbirds, and camping on the field.
What you need to know
SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo 2027 runs Apr 6–11, 2027, in Lakeland, Florida. On-field campers hear the dawn patrol and see the balloon launches before day visitors clear the gates — the first two hours of each morning are the calmest and most photogenic on the grounds.
SUN 'n FUN transforms Lakeland Linder International Airport into one of the world's largest aviation gatherings every April: thousands of aircraft fly in, daily afternoon airshows headline (with night airshows on select evenings), and warbird, homebuilt, and vintage aircraft parking stretches across the field. The 2027 expo is officially set for April 6-11 — the 53rd annual edition. Camping is core to the event's culture — the expo sells drive-in camping on the grounds for RVs and tents, meaning you wake up steps from the flight line. Those on-field RV spots are the event's best asset and sell ahead of show week. Early April is high season in Central Florida, so rental inventory across the Tampa-Orlando corridor is competitive — 8-10 weeks of lead keeps choices open. Between airshow sessions you're an hour from either coast, which makes a beach-plus-airshow week the natural itinerary.
Safety rules and an insider tip
Safety + legal. April Florida sun is stronger than it feels — the flight line has almost no shade, so hats, sunscreen, and refillable water are day-one equipment. Ear protection for jet acts.
Insider tip. On-field campers hear the dawn patrol and see the balloon launches before day visitors clear the gates — the first two hours of each morning are the calmest and most photogenic on the grounds.
Official source: flysnf.org
Where to sleep in Florida
None of the Florida campgrounds we verify is matched to this event's town.
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Frequently asked about SUN 'n FUN 2027
When is SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo 2027?
SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo 2027 runs Apr 6–11, 2027, in Lakeland, Florida.
Where is SUN 'n FUN 2027 held?
Lakeland, Florida (Lakeland Linder International Airport).
What are the exact 2027 dates?
Apr 6–11, 2027.
What RV should I rent for SUN 'n FUN 2027?
Best categories: rv, towable, trucks-vans. SUN 'n FUN transforms Lakeland Linder International Airport into one of the world's largest aviation gatherings every April: thousands of aircraft fly in, daily afternoon airshows headline (with night airshows on select evenings), and warbird, homebuilt, and vintage aircraft parking stretches across the field. The 2027 expo is officially set for April 6-11 — the 53rd annual edition. Camping is core to the event's culture — the expo sells drive-in camping on the grounds for RVs and tents, meaning you wake up steps from the flight line. Those on-field RV spots are the event's best asset and sell ahead of show week. Early April is high season in Central Florida, so rental inventory across the Tampa-Orlando corridor is competitive — 8-10 weeks of lead keeps choices open. Between airshow sessions you're an hour from either coast, which makes a beach-plus-airshow week the natural itinerary.
How early should I book an RV?
Recommended lead time: 9 weeks. Event windows book up early, so search and lock your dates as soon as your plans firm up.
Can you camp in an RV at SUN 'n FUN?
Yes — drive-in RV and tent camping on the expo grounds is a core part of the event, putting you steps from the flight line. On-field spots sell out before show week, so book camping and rig together early.
When is SUN 'n FUN 2027?
April 6-11, 2027 — officially announced at flysnf.org as the 53rd annual edition, with six show days at Lakeland Linder International Airport.
What RV should I bring for airfield camping?
Anything self-contained works — hookup availability varies by camping zone, so a rig with good battery capacity and fresh-water reserves handles the field comfortably. Book the Tampa-Orlando corridor 8-10 weeks out.
What safety and legal guidance applies?
April Florida sun is stronger than it feels — the flight line has almost no shade, so hats, sunscreen, and refillable water are day-one equipment. Ear protection for jet acts.
What's an insider tip?
On-field campers hear the dawn patrol and see the balloon launches before day visitors clear the gates — the first two hours of each morning are the calmest and most photogenic on the grounds.
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Before you rent in Florida — key local rules
Class E covers most motorhomes; no special endorsement under 26,001 lbs — Florida Statutes §322.53
Boating Safety ID Card required if born on or after Jan 1, 1988 — Florida FWC — Boating Safety Education
0.08 BAC; open containers banned except in motorhomes over 21 ft — Florida Statutes §316.1936
All OHVs must be titled; no separate trail sticker (state lands) — Florida DACS — Florida Forest Service OHV
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Florida rules · last verified 2026-05-10
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- Min driver age
- 21+ std · 25+ Class A
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- Allowed — disclosure required
- Generator quiet
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