- Heritage Hangar Fest takes place 22nd August 2026 at Shannon Aviation Museum
- Free event runs 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm with last admission at 7:45 pm
- Includes museum admission, guided tours, live music and family-friendly activities
- Museum exhibits cover military, commercial and general aviation history
- Event supported by Department of Culture, Communications and Sport and Clare County Council
The Shannon Aviation Museum will host its Heritage Hangar Fest on Saturday, 22nd August 2026, a special National Heritage Week celebration designed to showcase Ireland’s rich aviation history . The event will also highlight the museum’s growing collection and its role in preserving the nation’s aviation heritage . Running from 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm, the free event promises a full day of aviation-themed activities for enthusiasts, families and visitors of all ages .
Admission includes access to the museum, guided tours, live music and a range of family-friendly attractions . Organisers have described it as “an unforgettable day out” and are encouraging visitors to book early as numbers will be limited . Attendance is free, although donations to support the museum’s activities are welcomed, with last admission on the day at 7:45 pm .
Located at Shannon Airport, the museum has become an important centre for aviation heritage in the west of Ireland, with exhibits spanning military, commercial and general aviation history . Heritage Hangar Fest forms part of the wider National Heritage Week programme and has received support from the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport and Clare County Council .
