Prepare · Arrive · Enjoy
Plan Your Visit
Everything you need to know before you head to Cullman Regional Airport.
Admission
Free
Parking
Free
Weather
Rain or Shine
Access
Family Friendly
Getting There
Cullman Regional Airport
Located just north of Cullman off I-65 in Vinemont, Alabama. The airport sits minutes from downtown Cullman, roughly an hour north of Birmingham and an hour south of Huntsville.
- Cullman Regional Airport, Vinemont, AL
- Exit 310 from I-65, follow signs to Field of Honor Blvd
- Gates open 9 AM, event ends 3 PM
What to Bring
Come prepared, stay comfortable.
Comfortable walking shoes
You'll cover a lot of ground on the flight line.
Sunscreen & sunglasses
Most of the event is on open tarmac.
Camera or phone
The photo ops are once-in-a-lifetime.
Folding chair (optional)
For the ceremony and flyover viewing.
Cash for concessions
Local food vendors and merchandise on site.
Veterans' service caps or shirts
Wear them proudly — you'll be honored.
On-Site
Amenities & Experiences
Food & Drink
Local food vendors on site all day, including Devil Dogs — owned by an Iraqi Freedom Marine with three combat tours. Plus a free hot lunch for all veterans and their spouses, served by the Cullman Elks Lodge.
Photo Opportunities
Cockpit tours, flight-line access and living-history vignettes made for the family album.
Accessibility
Level paved surfaces, accessible parking, and volunteers ready to assist throughout the day.
On-Site Vendors
Devil Dogs
One of several local vendors serving the public at the event. Devil Dogs is owned and operated by a Cullman-area Marine veteran of Iraqi Freedom with three combat tours — bringing hometown flavor to the flight line.
Look for the red trailer near the concessions area, or find it on the event map when you arrive.
Devil Dogs food trailer — one of several local vendors on site.
12:00 PM · Veterans Lunch
A Hot Meal & Live Jazz for Every Veteran
The Cullman Elks Lodge serves a free hot lunch to all veterans and their spouses. During lunch, guests are entertained live by the Wallace State Jazz Band — an afternoon of good food, good music, and heartfelt thanks.
Common Questions
Before You Come
Is there a cost to attend?+
No. Admission and parking are completely free thanks to our sponsors and the Cullman Elks Veterans Committee.
Are pets allowed?+
Service animals are always welcome. We ask that other pets stay at home for the safety of aircraft, crowds and reenactor livestock.
Is the event accessible?+
Yes. The tarmac is flat and paved. Accessible parking is available near the main entrance.
What time should I arrive?+
Gates open at 9 AM. Come early for coffee with veterans and the opening ceremony at 10 AM.
Is food available?+
Yes — food vendors are on site all day. Veterans receive a complimentary lunch at 12 PM.
What happens if it rains?+
The event runs rain or shine. Flying displays may be adjusted for weather; ground displays continue.