There is no Portrush Airshow in 2026 or 2027. The event - officially the NI International Airshow, Northern Ireland’s only international airshow - has been paused, with Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council opting for a “strategic pause” through the next two years. The next event is expected in 2028.
What Happened
The most recent airshow was held in September 2024. For 2026, the council has prioritised other programming - Armed Forces Day and USA-250 events - over the airshow, with a return planned for 2028 if approved.
If You’re Planning a Trip Around It
Don’t plan a visit specifically for the Portrush Airshow in 2026 or 2027 - it isn’t happening. If you’re interested in attending when it does return, keep an eye on the Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s events listings closer to 2028 for confirmed dates, which weren’t available at the time of this fact-check.
