
Canadian Forces Snowbirds 55th Anniversary
Victoria, BC has a way of inspiring awe, and this August the Snowbirds air show adds a high altitude exclamation point just offshore. Expect tight formation flying, signature smoke trails, and that goosebump moment when the jets roar overhead. Scroll on for the best places to watch, what to know before you go, and the nearby stops that make the day feel fully cleared for takeoff.
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The show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds, take to the skies high above Victoria for jaw-dropping aerial performance you won't soon forget. The big show happens Tuesday, August 4th, at 5PM. Be sure to grab your spot along Dallas Road and the shoreline between Clover Point and Finlayson early. This is the team's first full demonstration in Victoria since 2015, where they will be performing their full high show, filled with spectacular acrobatics, gravity defying maneuvers, and roaring jet engines.

The Snowbirds
The 431 Air Demonstration Squadron, also known as the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, are an aerial demonstration and acrobatic team from right here in Canada, known for their spectacular flying skills. Based out of 15 Wing Moose Jaw, the team demonstrates the skill, professionalism, and teamwork of Canadian Forces personnel, serving as the aerial ambassadors of the Canadian Armed Forces. The team flies 11 CT-114 Tutors, nine of which are used in performances. 2026 marks the 55th anniversary of the Snowbirds, who carry on the legacy of 96 years of aerobatics in the Canadian Armed Forces.

Clover Point
For a truly first‑class viewing experience, set your course for Clover Point along Dallas Road, where the land gently pushes into the sea and the sky opens wide. This windswept headland offers uninterrupted ocean views and a natural sightline for the Snowbirds as they bank, roll, and fly wings‑tight over the water. Arrive early, claim your patch of grass or driftwood, and strap in for a show you won't forget!

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