The 2025 Blue Angels Practice Schedule has been officially released, offering aviation fans a thrilling opportunity to witness the world-famous U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron in action over the National Naval Aviation Museum at NAS Pensacola. One of the most unique and exhilarating experiences available to visitors of the National Naval Aviation Museum is watching the Blue Angels practice their breathtaking aerial routines—right from the museum’s own flight line viewing area. Best of all, both the practice demonstrations and admission to the museum are completely **free** and open to the public.
2025 Practice Schedule -The Blue Angels are scheduled to practice at NAS Pensacola on the following dates:
March: 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 |
April: 1, 2, 8, 9, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 |
May: 6, 7, 13, 14 |
June: 11, 17, 18, 24, 25 |
July: 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 |
August: 5, 6, 19, 20 |
September: 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24 |
October: 15, 21, 22, 28, 29 |
| * Indicates autograph day in the Museum (atrium) following Blue Angels Practice. |
Practice days are typically Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Gates to the flight line behind the museum open at 9:30 AM, and the Blue Angels are scheduled to begin flying at 10:30 AM. Visitors are strongly encouraged to arrive early—once the museum parking lot is full, entry to NAS Pensacola is paused.
Meet the Pilots: Autograph Sessions
Following certain Wednesday practices, select members of the Blue Angels team host autograph sessions inside the museum. These events offer an unforgettable chance for fans to meet the pilots, ask questions, and take home signed memorabilia. These sessions are also free and open to the public.
What to Expect
Practices last approximately 55 minutes and can be viewed from the designated outside area located on the Museum Flight Line, north of the museum. There is bleacher seating for 500 guests, and chair rentals are available for $6. Concessions and official merchandise will also be available during practice sessions, all provided by the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation—a cashless service where proceeds benefit the museum’s ongoing programs. Visitors are reminded to bring sun protection and hearing protection, especially for younger attendees or those sensitive to loud sounds. For security reasons, backpacks, large bags, and luggage are not permitted on the flight line. Small purses, diaper bags, and bags containing medications are allowed but subject to search by NAS Pensacola Security personnel.
A One-of-a-Kind Aviation Experience
As the official home base of the Blue Angels, NAS Pensacola and the National Naval Aviation Museum offer a truly rare and patriotic aviation experience. There’s nothing quite like watching the Blues carve through the sky in perfect formation—and then stepping inside to shake hands with the heroes behind the visors. To learn more, view updated schedules, or plan your visit, go to www.navalaviationmuseum.org.
