Air Show Highlights
The FourLeaf Air Show is the July 4th weekend air show at Jones Beach State Park. In 2026 it ran a practice session on July 3, fireworks on July 4, and air show days on July 5 and 6 from 10 AM to 3 PM. The 2027 schedule and performers are not yet announced. The air show shares the holiday weekend with Macy's fireworks and other summer events around New York.
| 2026 FourLeaf Air Show | Detail | Source |
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| Practice session | Friday, July 3, 10 AM to 3 PM | FourLeaf Air Show |
| Fireworks | Saturday, July 4, 9:30 PM | FourLeaf Air Show |
| Air show days | Sunday, July 5 and Monday, July 6, 10 AM to 3 PM | FourLeaf Air Show |
| 2026 headliner | U.S. Navy Blue Angels | FourLeaf Air Show |
| Also performing in 2026 | U.S. Army Golden Knights, Royal Air Force Red Arrows, Canadian Forces Snowbirds | FourLeaf Air Show |
| 2027 dates and performers | Not yet announced as of Oct 29, 2026 | FourLeaf Air Show |
Will the Blue Angels be at the 2027 air show?
The Blue Angels headlined the 2026 FourLeaf Air Show. The 2027 performers are not yet announced as of Oct 29, 2026, so check the official air show site before you plan around a team. Book your car once dates are posted, and we can adjust timing if the schedule changes.
- 2026 headliner: U.S. Navy Blue Angels
- 2026 performers also included the Golden Knights, Red Arrows and Snowbirds
- 2027 lineup: not yet announced
- Check fourleafairshow.com before you book
July 4th Weekend Traffic Solutions
The official directions send drivers from Manhattan and Queens east on the Long Island Expressway or Grand Central Parkway, then south on the Meadowbrook Parkway, or along the Southern State to the Wantagh Parkway. Show traffic builds early, so an early pickup is the best plan for a car arrival.
| Route | From | Source |
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| Northern State to Meadowbrook Parkway South | Manhattan, Queens, the Bronx, Westchester | Official directions |
| Southern State to Wantagh Parkway South | Brooklyn, Queens | Official directions |
| Meadowbrook Parkway South | Eastern Long Island | Official directions |
Parking fields fill and the beach closes to cars
The official page warns that as the parking fields fill for the show, the beach closes to spectators arriving by car. NICE buses still run hourly from the Freeport LIRR station, with drop-offs at the West Bathhouse only. For a car arrival, plan to reach the park early in the morning. Book a black car for that early drop-off, with the return from Jones Beach as its own ride after the show.
| Access fact | Detail | Source |
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| Car access | Beach closes to cars once parking fields fill | FourLeaf directions |
| Bus option | NICE hourly service from Freeport LIRR station | FourLeaf directions |
| Bus drop-off | West Bathhouse only | FourLeaf directions |
| Closed to buses | Central Mall and East Bathhouse, due to road closures | FourLeaf directions |
How much is a car to the Jones Beach Air Show?
Prices depend on the pickup, the vehicle and whether the car waits. The table shows example all-in prices from our booking engine on a regular weekday: Grand Central to Jones Beach, a Garden City hotel to Jones Beach, and a 5-hour hourly day from Manhattan with the car staying with you.
| Trip | Executive Sedan | Executive SUV | Luxury SUV | Luxury Sedan | Sprinters |
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| Midtown (Grand Central) to Jones Beach State Park | $224.89 | $262.86 | $301.85 | $396.79 | Quote on request |
| The Garden City Hotel to Jones Beach State Park | $167.06 | $193.46 | $226.67 | $292.69 | Quote on request |
| Hourly air show day, 5 hours from Manhattan | $550 | $650 | $750 | $900 | Quote on request |
Example prices from our booking engine, October 2026. Taxes, tolls and fees included; gratuity optional. Your exact price is shown before you book.
On major event dates an event surcharge may apply and is shown before you book. These are regular weekday prices, so the price on the actual event date may differ.
Transportation Options for the Air Show
There are two ways to book. A one-way ride drops you early and you book a return for a set time after the show ends at 3 PM. An hourly booking keeps one car and chauffeur with you, with a 3-hour minimum; 5 hours usually covers the drive both ways and the show.
| Vehicle class | Hourly rate | Minimum booking |
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| Executive Sedan | $110 per hour | 3 hours |
| Executive SUV | $130 per hour | 3 hours |
| Luxury SUV | $150 per hour | 3 hours |
| Luxury Sedan | $180 per hour | 3 hours |
| Executive Sprinter and Jet Sprinter | Quote on request | 3 hours |
Example prices from our booking engine, October 2026. Taxes, tolls and fees included; gratuity optional. Your exact price is shown before you book.
Which vehicle fits your group?
Choose by passengers, coolers and beach gear. The Executive Sedan seats 2 and the Luxury Sedan 3. Both SUV classes seat 6 and take child seats at $25 each. For a family reunion or company outing, the Jet Sprinter seats 10 and the Executive Sprinter 13, quoted on request.
| Vehicle class | Passengers | Child seats ($25 each) | Good for |
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| Executive Sedan | Up to 2 | Not available | One or two riders with light luggage |
| Luxury Sedan | Up to 3 | Not available | Clients and special nights for up to three |
| Executive SUV | Up to 6 | Available | Families, bags and small groups |
| Luxury SUV | Up to 6 | Available | Small groups who want the top SUV class |
| Executive Sprinter | Up to 13 | Available | Larger groups, quoted on request |
| Jet Sprinter | Up to 10 | Available | Groups who want the lounge cabin, quoted on request |
Example prices from our booking engine, October 2026. Taxes, tolls and fees included; gratuity optional. Your exact price is shown before you book.
Drive times to Jones Beach
These are free-flow drive estimates to Jones Beach State Park from common pickups. Garden City, in Nassau County, is the closest of these pickups to the beach. On air show days, traffic on the parkways is heavier, so treat these as the lowest possible times and set your pickup earlier.
| Trip | Distance | Drive time without traffic |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Central to Jones Beach | 33.5 mi | about 50 min (estimate) |
| Garden City to Jones Beach | 12.7 mi | about 19 min (estimate) |
| JFK to Jones Beach | 20.2 mi | about 30 min (estimate) |
| LaGuardia to Jones Beach | 28.3 mi | about 40 min (estimate) |
Drive times are estimates (OSRM free-flow routing with no traffic, checked Oct 29, 2026). Traffic varies, and show days add time.
Why Choose True North VIP?
We run chauffeured cars across New York City, Long Island, New Jersey and Connecticut, with all-in prices shown before you book. For the air show you get a set pickup time, a chauffeur who knows the parkway routes, and one number to call on the day: 888-887-0324.
- All-in price shown before you book; gratuity optional
- a 15-minute grace period on regular pickups
- Child seats $25 each in SUVs and Sprinters
- Hourly service with a 3-hour minimum
- Book online 24/7 or call 888-887-0324
Related Services
Air show weekend often comes with other plans: July 4th fireworks in Manhattan, Long Island airport transfers and beach days. These pages cover what visitors book most around the air show, plus our event transportation hub for the rest of the summer.
- Event transportation: all NYC events
- All events: the full event calendar
- Long Island car service: Nassau and Suffolk pickups
- Hourly chauffeur: full-day bookings
- Sprinter van service: groups of 10 to 13
- Macy's 4th of July Fireworks: the same weekend
- Best event transportation in NYC: our comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the 2027 Jones Beach Air Show?
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The 2027 dates are not yet announced as of Oct 29, 2026. In 2026 the FourLeaf Air Show ran July 5 and 6, from 10 AM to 3 PM.
What is the FourLeaf Air Show?
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It is the current name of the Jones Beach Air Show at Jones Beach State Park. It runs over the July 4th weekend with a practice day and fireworks.
Who performed at the 2026 air show?
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The U.S. Navy Blue Angels headlined in 2026. The Golden Knights, Red Arrows and Snowbirds also performed.
Can a car drop me at Jones Beach on show day?
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Yes, until the parking fields fill. The official page says the beach then closes to cars, so plan an early arrival.
How much is a car to the Jones Beach Air Show?
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Our example one-way price from a Garden City hotel is $167.06 in an Executive Sedan, all-in. From Grand Central it is higher.
Is there a bus to the air show?
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Yes. NICE runs hourly buses from the Freeport LIRR station, with drop-offs at the West Bathhouse only.
How long is the drive from Manhattan?
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About 50 minutes from Grand Central without traffic, by our estimate. Show days add time, so set the pickup earlier.
Should I book hourly or one-way?
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Book hourly if you want the car to wait and leave when you are ready. Book one-way plus a timed return if you know when you will leave.
Can you bring child seats to the beach?
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Yes. We add child seats at $25 each in SUVs and Sprinters only. Add the number of seats at booking.
Can a company book a Sprinter for the air show?
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Yes. The Jet Sprinter seats 10 and the Executive Sprinter 13, quoted on request. Call 888-887-0324 to plan it.
Plan Your Air Show Ride
Enter your pickup, the date and Jones Beach State Park, choose hourly or one-way, pick the vehicle that fits your group and see the all-in price before you book. Gratuity is optional. Book now or call 888-887-0324, 24/7. You can also email info@truenorthvip.com.