What time do the gates open for the Mile High 150 Expo?

The main event gates open at 4:00 PM at the RMMA Terminal Ramp. The 300-drone light show finale begins at 9:30 PM.

How much are tickets to the Mile High 150 Expo?

General Admission tickets are $43 per adult. Children 12 and under are free with a ticketed GA adult. VIP Chalet tickets are $243 per adult with strictly limited availability and include a premium catered menu, hosted bar, private balcony viewing, and a meet-the-pilots session.

Are kids welcome at the Mile High 150 Expo?

Yes — children 12 and under are free with a ticketed General Admission adult. This applies to General Admission only, not the VIP Chalet. The event is family-friendly and open to all ages.

What is the VIP Chalet at the Mile High 150 Expo?

The VIP Chalet is located in the airport terminal building — upstairs conference room and private balcony overlooking the flight line. It includes a premium Colorado-inspired catered menu with hosted beer, wine, and cocktails, unobstructed views of the stage and airshow, dedicated bar and lounge seating, and a meet-the-pilots session. VIP Chalet tickets are $243 per adult with strictly limited availability.

What is the Colorado 150 Flyover?

The Colorado 150 Flyover is a separate coordinated aviation event staging aircraft from the Legacy Ramp at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport. It runs in the morning and is closely integrated with the Mile High 150 Expo. Learn more at colorado150flyover.com.

Is there food and drink at the Mile High 150 Expo?

Yes — Blue Sky Bistro will be on-site with a full food selection. Full bars with beer, wine, and cocktails are available throughout the venue. Free water fill stations are also available. Empty refillable water bottles are welcome.

What is the weather policy for the Mile High 150 Expo?

The Mile High 150 Expo runs rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, please see the refund and reschedule policy on the Tickets page.

Where is the Mile High 150 Expo located?

The Mile High 150 Expo takes place at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (KBJC), 11755 Airport Way, Broomfield, Colorado 80021 — conveniently located between Denver and Boulder.

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Colorado's 150th Birthday Starts Here · Colorado Day

Colorado takes flight.
One day. One sky. One century.

A thrilling airshow. Denver's own My Blue Sky opens. Scotty Hasting, Nashville star, headlines. A 300-drone show caps off the night. Join us for Colorado's once-in-a-century Colorado Day celebration. Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport, Broomfield, CO.

Why this event matters. On August 1, 1876, Colorado became the 38th state. The Mile High 150 Expo is a celebration of that milestone, honoring 150 years of innovation, aviation, military service, pioneers, and the people who shaped Colorado's future.

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Honoring Those Who Serve

All U.S. Military Veterans & Active Duty receive complimentary General Admission.

Valid military or veteran identification required at entry.

Headliner Announced

Scotty
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Nashville, Tennessee

"For me, the demons of PTSD knock the loudest when it's quiet. When I have a guitar in my hands I find peace."

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Purple Heart recipient · Black River Entertainment · Opened for Jelly Roll, Lee Brice, Tanya Tucker & Dave Grohl · Grand Ole Opry debut 2024 · D-Day 80th Anniversary, Normandy, France · National Memorial Day Concert on PBS 2025

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Special Guest · Opening Act · 6:45 PM

My Blue Sky — Allman Brothers tribute · Southern rock & blues

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What to expect

Four ways the state rises.

Every act and activation ties back to Colorado's 150th. Aerial performances, community celebration, and a 300-drone light show finale that's only happening this year.

T-28 Trojan warbird on the tarmac at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport

Flying · 5:30–6:45 PM

Aerial Displays

Warbirds and modern aerobatic acts led by the Mile High Air Boss — aerobatics, formation flights and classic warbird demos.

Live Music · 6:45 PM – 9:30 PM

Scotty Hasting with My Blue Sky

My Blue Sky opens with Southern rock and blues at 6:45, setting the stage for Scotty Hasting's 90-minute headline set at 8:00 PM.

Drone show spelling Colorado 150 over the Rocky Mountains

Drone Show — Sponsorship Available

A 300-drone show choreographed to tell Colorado's 150-year story above the Front Range.

Good Acts Colorado

A community challenge celebrating Coloradans who lift the state higher — nominate, vote, and meet the honorees on stage.

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Performers & Acts

The lineup is here!

A Purple Heart recipient from Nashville, aerobatic legends, and Colorado's best. One stage. One night. Colorado Day.

HEADLINER

Live Music · 8:00 PM

Scotty Hasting

Purple Heart recipient and Nashville rising star. Signed to Black River Entertainment. A 90-minute headline set with encore — country, Americana, and stories only he can tell.

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OPENING ACT

Live Music · 6:45 PM

My Blue Sky

Colorado's premier Allman Brothers tribute — honoring the music of the Allman Brothers Family of Bands with Southern rock, blues, and improvisational energy that earned the personal approval of Gregg Allman himself.

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Flying · 5:30–6:45 PM

Warbirds & Aerobatics

Directed by the Mile High Air Boss. Acts to be announced — including static displays, flybys & aerobatics.

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Drone Show Finale · 9:30 PM

300-Drone Light Show

A choreographed 300-drone performance telling Colorado's 150-year story above the Front Range — closing the night with a sky full of light.

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Innovation Center Drone Performance Team

St. Vrain Valley Schools · Longmont, CO

The world's first high school student-led outdoor drone show team. Students design every aerial animation, compose original music, and manage every production detail — from client meetings to final flight. Powered by 300 Firefly Gen2 drones.

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Community

Good Acts Colorado

Honoring Coloradans who lift the state higher. Nominate, vote, and meet the honorees on stage.

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A taste of what awaits.

Get a feel for the performers and acts joining us on Colorado Day.

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Live Music · Colorado Day Headliner

Scotty Hasting — Nashville Rising Star

Purple Heart recipient, Black River Entertainment artist, and one of Nashville's most compelling new voices. Performing live on the terminal ramp, August 1, 2026.

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Drone Show · Innovation Center DPT

World's First Student-Led Drone Show Team

St. Vrain Valley Schools' Innovation Center Drone Performance Team — designing, composing, and flying 300-drone shows.

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Live Music · Opening Act

My Blue Sky — Allman Brothers Tribute

Colorado's premier Allman Brothers tribute band brings Southern rock and blues to the terminal ramp at 6:45 PM, opening the night before Scotty Hasting takes the stage.

Tickets

Pick your Colorado Day.

VIP Experience

VIP Chalet

$243

A tribute to Colorado's once-in-a-century celebration

per adult · strictly limited

Exclusive upstairs terminal chalet with private balcony
Premium Colorado-inspired menu with hosted beer, wine & cocktails
Private balcony — unobstructed flight line & stage views
Dedicated bar & lounge seating — no lines, no crowds
Meet-the-pilots session

⚠ Only a limited number of VIP Chalet tickets will be available.

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General Admission

$43

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All-day access Saturday
Main aerial program
Live music & 300-drone show
Kids 12 & under free with ticketed adult or veteran
Bring a chair or blanket — no seating provided

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🇺🇸 Military Honor

U.S. Military

Free

Veterans & Active Duty · complimentary GA

All-day access Saturday
Main aerial program
Live music & 300-drone show
Kids 12 & under free with ticketed adult or veteran
Bring a chair or blanket — no seating provided

🪖 Valid military or veteran ID required at entry — Veteran ID card, VA card, DD-214, active duty military ID, or driver's license with veteran designation.

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Schedule

One day, one runway.

A high-level overview — the full hour-by-hour program launches June 1.

Colorado Day

Saturday, August 1

4:00 PM

Gates open

RMMA Terminal Ramp — main event begins

5:30–6:45 PM

Flyovers & Air Show

Warbirds, aerobatics & aerial displays

6:45–7:30 PM

My Blue Sky

Opening act — Allman Brothers tribute · Southern rock & blues

8:00–9:30 PM

Scotty Hasting

90-minute headlining set with encore · Nashville, TN

9:30 PM

Drone Show Finale

300-drone show choreographed to Colorado's 150-year story

Event Map

Know before you go.

Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport — 11755 Airport Way, Broomfield, CO 80021

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GA Parking

Lots A & B on-site · $10
No prepaid passes — card payments only · Secured by Square

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VIP & Accessible Parking

VIP lot closest to chalet · $25
Accessible/Handicap · $10

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Rideshare Drop-off

Dedicated Uber/Lyft zone · east entrance
Highly recommended — avoids parking queues

Plan Your Visit

Colorado August — what to expect.

High altitude, blazing afternoon sun, and the chance of an evening thunderstorm. A little prep goes a long way.

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Ticket & charged phone — Screenshot your ticket before arriving. Cell service can be spotty at the airport.
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Sunscreen, sunglasses & a hat — Gates open at 4:00 PM. UV at 5,400 ft is intense. Reapply every 2 hours.
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Chair or blanket (GA) — No seating in the GA viewing area. Bring your own to stay comfortable all night.
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Ear protection — Warbird engines are extremely loud. Essential for kids and anyone near the flight line.
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Light jacket or layers — Warm when you arrive, cold after sunset. August nights at altitude drop fast.
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Rain poncho — ~30% chance of an afternoon storm. Compact, easy to pack, very glad to have.
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Empty refillable water bottle — Free fill stations on-site. Stay ahead of altitude dehydration.
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Comfortable walking shoes — Airport ramp pavement all evening.
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Portable phone charger — Long evening. Your ticket, maps, and camera all run on one battery.
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Your card — Card only. No cash accepted anywhere on-site. All transactions secured by Square.

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Outside food, beverages & coolers — Concessions on-site. Empty refillable water bottles OK.
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Outside alcohol — Beer, wine & spirits available at on-site concessions.
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Personal drones or UAVs — Active controlled airspace. FAA violation. No exceptions.
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Laser pointers — Strict FAA safety violation near an active airport.
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Weapons of any kind — Zero tolerance. Security on-site.
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Smoking, vaping & marijuana — Designated areas available outside the event perimeter.
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Pets — Service animals always welcome. Leave your furry friends at home for this one.

The expo runs rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, check our social channels and the Eventbrite event page for updates.

About

A birthday 150 years in the making.

Colorado turns 150 on August 1, 2026. The Mile High 150 Expo is a Colorado Day celebration produced by the Commemorative Air Force Mile High Wing, and directed by the Mile High Air Boss.

Our mission: honor the pioneers, pilots, performers, and everyday Coloradans who lift this state higher — and create a once-in-a-century memory for all who attend.

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By the numbers

150

Years of Colorado

25+

Aerial acts & aircraft

300

Drones in the night sky

FAQ

Answers before you arrive.

Bigger questions? Email info@milehigh150expo.com.

Is this a one-day event?

Yes — the Mile High 150 Expo takes place on Saturday, August 1, 2026, Colorado Day.

What are the gate hours?

Saturday, August 1: RMMA Terminal Ramp main gates open at 4:00 PM. The 300-drone show finale closes out the night at 9:30 PM.

Are kids welcome?

Absolutely. Kids 12 and under are free with a ticketed GA adult — please note this applies to General Admission only, not the VIP Chalet.

What about accessibility?

Handicap parking is available close to the main event — $10, card payment only. ADA seating across all viewing zones, accessible restrooms, and companion admission are also available. Email us if you'd like help planning your visit.

What's the parking situation?

Paid on-site lots — GA parking $10, VIP parking $25, Handicap parking $10. All parking is card payment only — no cash accepted. Rideshare pickup and drop-off is closest to the event, completely free, and a great option. No prepaid parking passes.

What if the weather turns?

The expo runs rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, see our refund and reschedule policy on the Tickets page.

Can I bring my own food or cooler?

Outside food and coolers are not permitted. The Blue Sky Bistro will be on-site with a great selection of food, plus full bars throughout the event. Empty refillable water bottles are welcome — free fill stations available.

Who is performing the drone show?

The 300-drone light show is performed by the Innovation Center Drone Performance Team of St. Vrain Valley Schools in Longmont, Colorado — the world's first high school student-led outdoor drone show team. Students design every aerial animation, compose original music, and manage the entire production from planning through flight. The show uses 300 Firefly Gen2 drones and begins at 9:30 PM. Learn more at innovation.svvsd.org.

What about media credentials?

Press credentials open April 1. Visit the Press page for the application form and media kit.

Calling All Volunteers

This event doesn't happen
without you.

Behind every warbird flyover, every crowd moment, every memory made at the Mile High 150 Expo — there's a volunteer who showed up early, stayed late, and gave their time so others could experience something extraordinary.

We don't take that lightly. Our volunteers are not just helpers — they are the heart of this celebration. Colorado's 150th birthday deserves people who care, and we are grateful for every single one of you who raises your hand.

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What you get

Free event admission · Official volunteer shirt · Behind-the-scenes ramp access

Colorado takes flight.
One day. One sky. One century.

Scotty
Hasting

Everything Colorado, in one day.