General parking is free, handicap parking is also available for free with the appropriate handicap parking tags/placards.

Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult to be admitted to the Open House and Air show and be supervised at all times.

This event is cashless. All approved vendors will accept credit or debit cards.

General Admission is free. Premium Seating tickets are sold online only. Walk-up ticket sales will not be available. Note: Non-U.S. Citizens are subject to additional screening. Please have ID available and be ready to present upon request.

We hope that you enjoy Power In The Pines Open House & Air Show at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst!

Frequently Asked Questions: General Admission

When do the gates open?
Gates open at 9:00 a.m. In bound traffic will unavailable after 12:30pm. Be sure to get an early start! Gates close immediately following the show after all attendees have been directed off-site for both Saturday and Sunday.
Do I have to pay for a ticket to enter?
No. This event is free and open to the public. General Admission is free and a ticket is not required for entry. Please see preimum ticketing options if your are interested in an enhanced experience.
Do I have to pay for parking?
General parking is free, handicap parking is also available for free with the appropriate handicap parking tags/placards.
Can I leave and re-enter the event?
Yes. If you purchased a premium seating option, keep your tickets and make sure you receive a wristband when you exit. But be advised: if you choose you leave and exit JB MDL after 12:30pm, you will not be able to re-enter.
What happens if it rains?
The decision to cancel aerial performances for weather or safety is made the day of the event. Announcements will be made via this website and our social media channels if a cancellation decision is made.
Will ATM's be available?
No. The 2025 Open House and Air Show is a cashless event. All authorized vendors will accept debit/credit cards for purchases.
Can a bring a lawn chair?
Small collapsable chairs and/or camping chairs are permitted. For a full list of permitted/prohibited items, please see below.
Are coolers permitted?
COOLERS ARE NOT PERMITTED. For a full list of permitted/prohibited items, please see below.
Are strollers and child wagons allowed?
Yes, strollers and wagons are allowed. If you purchased Premium Box Seats, your stroller/wagon must be parked at the back of the seating area so emergency areas remain accessible. For a full list of permitted/prohibited items, please see below.
Can I bring my camera?
Yes, cameras are allowed (still, video, digital). Your camera bags will be checked upon entry. For a full list of permitted/prohibited items, please see below.
Are Pets Allowed?
Pets are not allowed. Documented service animals are permitted. For a full list of permitted/prohibited items, please see below.

Safety/Medical Information

Drink plenty of ﬂuids. Apply sunscreen. Temperatures on the ﬂight line where the event is being staged are typically higher. Bring a hat to protect the top of your head. Take time out to rest during the day. First aid tents will be on site - look for the red cross.

Weather Shelters, Special Needs areas and water bottle filling stations will be available. Refer to the Open House Map or ask an event volunteer for directions to these areas.

Lost and Found

A lost and found/ information booth will be on site to report lost children. Announcements will be made over the public address system. Bring found items or report lost items to the lost and found/information tent.

Permitted/Prohibited Items

Permitted Items
Although not inclusive, this list will be used to control items being taken into the show area. Please keep in mind that everything is subject to search.
- Strollers and wagons for toddlers
- Diaper bags
- Small folding chairs or camping chairs
- Women‘s purses
- Handicapped items such as wheelchairs
- Cameras, video recorders, and binoculars, mono/ tripods
- Small hand-held umbrellas
- Sunscreen
- Sealed bottles of water
- Empty bottles to fill for water
- Fanny packs
- Personal handbags
- Small ice bags for medicine or Baby formula/milk

Prohibited Items
- Alcohol, illegal drugs, marijuana, CBD and hemp products
- Weapons of any kind including: Pocket knives, Pocket tools Scissors, Box cutters, Nun chucks, Batons Large, heavy chain-link jewelry or belts
- Mace and pepper spray
- Firearms of any type
- Drones
- Laser pointers
- Toys that resemble ﬁrearms
- Grills, Fireworks, sky lanterns
- Spray paint and Silly String
- Glass containers of any kind
- Vapes
- Bicycles, Scooters, Skateboards, Heelies, roller skates & blades
- Coolers
- Helium Balloons, beach ball
- Ruck sacks, backpacks (Except clear/mesh bags)
- No pets (except service dogs)
- Frequency Scanners
- Pets (except service animals assisting those with disabilities)
- Large shade umbrella or shade tents
- Large lawn chairs, folding beach lounge chair, anti-gravity chairs (standard size lawn chairs are authorized)

Americans with Disabilities Information

Is there ADA parking?
Patrons with ADA licenses or hang tags will be directed to ADA parking just outside the main entrance.
What services are available for the disabled?
We have ADA parking, ADA-accessible port-o-potties, and seating centrally located on the flight line.
I’m disabled and use an electric mobility scooter. Can I bring my scooter?
Yes, you can bring your scooter.
Can i rent a wheelchair?
We do not have wheelchairs available to rent. You must bring your own.
I have a medical need and need to bring medication that needs to stay cold. Can I bring my cooler?
If you have a documented medical need and require medication that must be kept cold, you can bring it in a SOFT-SIDED COOLER ONLY. The medication MUST be accompanied by a doctor’s notice stating you have a medical need.

Power in the Pines General Information

Frequently Asked Questions: General Admission

Safety/Medical Information

Lost and Found

Permitted/Prohibited Items

Americans with Disabilities Information

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