Enjoy Airshow weekend aboard Inspiration
Bring your group together for a private yacht charter during one of the Gold Coast’s major event weekends. Cruise the local waterways, enjoy your own food, drinks and music and experience the atmosphere surrounding the Pacific Airshow from the water.
Plan around the official weekend
Pacific Airshow Gold Coast is scheduled across three days in August 2026. Event times remain subject to confirmation and change by the organiser.
A memorable option for different groups
Make Airshow weekend part of a celebration, business event or private day with family and friends.
Friends
Bring your group together for a private day on the water during the event weekend.
Families
Enjoy a private yacht setting for family members and visiting guests.
Corporate groups
Host clients, colleagues or team members during one of the Gold Coast’s major event weekends.
Celebrations
Combine a birthday, milestone or group gathering with an Airshow-weekend charter.
Bring the day together your way
BYO food and drinks are welcome, or guests may arrange catering directly with their preferred supplier.
BYO food and drinks
Bring suitable food, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages for your confirmed group. Red wine is not permitted onboard, and safety and RSA requirements apply.
What we provide
We provide a large esky and ice, plus cups, plates, plastic champagne flutes and tumblers. Guests can connect a phone to the onboard sound system and play their own music.
Optional catering
Guests arrange and pay their caterer directly. One suggested option is Simone’s Amazing Grazing .
$690 per hour including GST. A minimum booking duration of 2 hours applies, making the minimum charter price $1,380 including GST. The appropriate duration for your Airshow request depends on the selected day, requested timing and operational plan.
Helpful answers before you enquire
Event dates, charter pricing, viewing, BYO, boarding and booking information.
What dates is Pacific Airshow Gold Coast 2026?
Pacific Airshow Gold Coast is scheduled for Friday 14 August, Saturday 15 August and Sunday 16 August 2026. Event dates and programming remain subject to change by the organiser.
What time is the Airshow expected to run?
The official event information currently estimates flying from approximately 10:00am to 3:00pm daily. These times are estimates and may change when the final event schedule is released.
Can you guarantee the yacht’s exact viewing position?
No. The route and final position depend on marine restrictions, weather, water traffic, event operations and safe navigation requirements. No particular view or position can be guaranteed.
How much does an Airshow yacht charter cost?
Private charters aboard Inspiration are $690 per hour including GST. A minimum booking duration of 2 hours applies, so the minimum charter price is $1,380 including GST.
How many guests can come onboard?
Inspiration can accommodate up to 25 guests. The yacht is reserved exclusively for your confirmed group.
Can we bring our own food and drinks?
Yes. BYO food and drinks are welcome onboard. Red wine is not permitted, and safety and RSA requirements apply.
What do you provide onboard?
We provide a large esky and ice, plus cups, plates, plastic champagne flutes and tumblers. Guests can also connect a phone to the onboard sound system.
Where do Airshow cruises board?
Boarding is from the public pontoon at 73 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217. Please arrive 10 minutes early so the charter can depart on time.
What happens if weather or event plans change?
Cruises operate in normal conditions. If conditions are unsafe, we will work with the booking contact on the best available option. Inspiration Cruises does not control official Airshow schedules, performers or event changes.
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Send your enquiry
Include your preferred event day, start time, duration and expected guest numbers.
Guests must wear non-marking or white-soled shoes, or go barefoot onboard. BYO food and drinks are welcome, but red wine is not permitted. Safety and RSA requirements apply, and intoxicated guests may be refused boarding or service. Full booking terms: Inspiration Cruises Terms & Conditions .
Inspiration Cruises is an independent private-charter operator and is not the organiser of Pacific Airshow Gold Coast. Official dates, times, performers, marine restrictions and event arrangements may change.