NATIONAL SALUTE TO AMERICA’S HEROES, PRESENTED BY HYUNDAI: THE HYUNDAI AIR & SEA SHOW® RETURNS TO MIAMI BEACH FOR MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION ON MAY 23–24, 2026

The National Salute to America’s Heroes presented by Hyundai is a nationwide two-day celebration of the true spirit of Memorial Day, held annually in Miami Beach, Florida, and featuring the Hyundai Air & Sea Show®. The world-class signature event, The Greatest Show Above the Earth®, returns to Miami Beach on Memorial Day Weekend (Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24, 2026), headlined by the United States Air Force Thunderbirds.

The FREE and open-to-the-public event showcases the men and women, technology, and equipment from all branches of the United States Military. Event attendees will have the incredible opportunity to set their eyes skyward and witness the precision flying of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, along with other elite military aerial demonstrations and state-of-the-art air assets. The celebration continues beyond the skies with the Music Explosion, featuring live entertainment along Ocean Drive. The Patriot Display Village offers interactive military equipment, including helicopters, tactical gear, and simulators, along with corporate activations, an Action Zone, the Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Kids Zone, extreme sports demonstrations, live music, the Mission BBQ food court, and more.

The 2026 Hyundai Air & Sea Show also serves as the kickoff celebration for America’s 250th anniversary, bringing an added layer of unity, patriotism, and national pride to Memorial Day Weekend.

On Saturday, May 23, 2026, following the Hyundai Air & Sea Show, attendees are invited to enjoy FREE live entertainment along Ocean Drive featuring country music sensation Parmalee. The group is known for four No. 1 singles on the Billboard Country Airplay charts, including “Carolina,” “Just the Way,” “Take My Name,” and “Gonna Love You.”

The evening will also feature a 3D Mapping Projection beginning at sunset on 14th Street and Ocean Drive, illuminating the iconic Art Deco buildings with patriotic visuals, followed by a nighttime pyro parachute jump by the U.S. Army Golden Knights on Ocean Drive.

Event Highlights:
United States Air Force Thunderbirds (Headlining Aerial Demonstration Team)
U.S. Military Aerial Demonstrations
U.S. Army Special Operations
U.S. Customs and Border Patrol Drug Interdiction Exercise
U.S. Military Bands Performances
Action Zone
Military Drill Team Performances
Military Parachute Team Demonstrations
Mission BBQ food court
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Kids Zone
Offshore Powerboat Racing Exhibitions
Patriot Display Village
Music Explosion

“There is no better time than Memorial Day weekend to pay tribute to our military, First Responders, and those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of our freedom,” said Mickey Markoff, Hyundai Air & Sea Show Executive Producer.

“At Hyundai, it is our honor to recognize the brave men and women of the U.S. military and first responders who selflessly safeguard our communities and our freedom,” said Randy Parker, president and CEO, Hyundai and Genesis Motor North America. “The Hyundai Air & Sea Show® is not only a spectacular display of skill and innovation, it is a living tribute to their service and sacrifice. As we continue our partnership with the National Salute to America’s Heroes, we remain deeply committed to supporting the military community and creating meaningful moments that unite people in gratitude, remembrance and respect.”