Air show organizers announced that the upcoming Thunder Over the Waves event in the Wildwoods, New Jersey, will incorporate a dedicated September 11 tribute on September 11, 2026, followed by the main air‑show activities on September 12 and 13.
The September 11 program will feature an aerial salute and memorial services. The aerial salute will involve aircraft flying in formation as a symbolic gesture, while the memorial services will provide a moment for reflection and remembrance.
The addition of the tribute is intended to honor the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. Organizers said the programming seeks to acknowledge the national significance of the date while preserving the celebratory atmosphere of the air show.
Thunder Over the Waves is an annual event that draws visitors to the Wildwoods each summer. This year’s schedule weaves the remembrance activities into the broader program, ensuring attendees experience both commemoration and the excitement of the aerial displays.
The air show will proceed on September 12 and 13 as usual, showcasing aircraft performances over the Atlantic coast. The tribute does not alter the overall timing of the show but adds a designated period on September 11 for the salute and services.
Local officials and community groups are expected to take part in the memorial portion, though specific details of their involvement have not been released. Organizers ask visitors to observe the moment of silence and treat the occasion with respect.
The combined event offers a solemn remembrance of a pivotal moment in American history alongside the spectacular aerial performances that define the Wildwoods’ summer tradition.