National Naval Aviation Museum to Host Glenn Miller Orchestra on February 5

On February 5, 2026, the National Naval Aviation Museum will host the legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra for an evening of classic big band favorites, including “In the Mood,” “Moonlight Serenade,” and “Chattanooga Choo Choo.” Held on NAS Pensacola with a cocktail hour starting at 5:30 p.m. CT, the concert offers tiered seating options and requires advance base access paperwork for guests without a DOD ID.

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The National Naval Aviation Museum, Pensacola, FL, is excited to bring the Glenn Miller Orchestra back to Pensacola for a one-night performance on February 5, 2026. The group has been around for generations, and its instantly recognizable sound still draws crowds. For many people, the Glenn Miller Orchestra is one of the defining names of the big band era, and its music has stayed popular far longer than anyone could have guessed. Guests will hear favorites like In the Mood, Moonlight Serenade, Chattanooga Choo Choo, Pennsylvania 6-5000, String of Pearls, Tuxedo Junction, and more—performed live among the aircraft and exhibits of the museum.

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PBY-5 Catalina BuNo 08317 on display at the National Naval Aviation Museum. (National Naval Aviation Museum)

A no-host cocktail hour will begin at 5:30 p.m. CT. Please note that the concert takes place at Naval Air Station (NAS) Pensacola. Ticket holders without a DOD ID card will need to complete SECNAV Form 5512 to gain access to the base. The form will be included in your ticket confirmation email and can also be downloaded from the event page.

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Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero s/n 5450, recovered from Ballale and rebuilt by Robert Diemert on display at the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, Florida. (National Naval Aviation Museum)

If you require base access, fill out the 5512 form and email it to Kim Ring at [email protected] no later than January 17 to allow time for processing. After NAS Pensacola receives your form, you will be contacted with instructions for the next steps. Questions about pass status may be directed to Base Pass & ID at 850-452-4153. As for the tickets, which you can click here to access, will start at $40 for the general admission, $65 for preferred seating, and $75 for the top-end reserved seating. The museum opens at 5:30 p.m. for cocktail hour ahead of the performance. For more information and to support the National Naval Aviation Museum, visit naval-aviation-museum-foundation.idloom.events/the-glenn-miller-orchestra-2026.

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Amreetam Basu is a Content Manager at Vintage Aviation News with more than four years of experience in editorial roles. He began his career covering automobiles before moving into aviation, with a focus on aircraft history and design. His experience spans both news and feature content, with an emphasis on clear, well-researched reporting. When he is not reading about aircraft or editing stories, you will likely find him behind the camera or planning his next trip. For queries or story ideas, you can contact Amreetam at [email protected]