Frequently Asked Questions
The Spirit of St. Louis Air Show and STEM Expo, presented by Boeing is a two-day event at the Spirit of St. Louis Airport, designed to support the current regional efforts to promote Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education and STEM career opportunities.
Tickets will be available, ONLINE ONLY, at www.spirit-airshow.com.
Parking is free for ticket holders.
The nearest Metro stop during the airshow will be Goddard Avenue in Chesterfield. If you are not driving your own vehicle, we recommend either using a ride share or taxi service to get to the airshow from home, or from the Goddard Avenue bus stop. There is no walking access to the airshow grounds. The address for ride share or taxi drop off and pickup is Wedge Phillips 66 Chesterfield, 18423 Old Olive Street Road, Chesterfield, MO 63005.
Your ride share or taxi destination is Wedge Phillips 66 Chesterfield, 18423 Old Olive Street Road, Chesterfield, MO 63005. From there you will proceed on foot to the shuttles.
Uber and Lyft drivers or taxis from St Charles should follow their GPS to Wedge Phillips 66 Chesterfield, 18423 Old Olive Street Road, Chesterfield, MO 63005.
All Uber and Lyft drivers or taxis travelling from St Louis County, St Louis City or Illinois should take westbound Chesterfield Airport Road to Wedge Phillips 66 Chesterfield, 18423 Old Olive Street Road, Chesterfield, MO 63005. The drivers will be instructed to stay in the westbound curb or right most lane until they pass Spirit of St. Louis Blvd. Once past Spirit of St. Louis Blvd, follow GPS to access 18423 Old Olive Street Road, Chesterfield, MO 63005.
Yes, credit cards are accepted for all concessions. There is also an ATM onsite.
Yes. ATM’s will be located near the main entrance.
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. STEM education and STEM careers are an essential part of our innovation-driven world today and are a key part of the economy in the St. Louis area. STEM highlights our vibrant entrepreneurial environment, our outstanding educational/teaching facilities, and our established multi-national corporations.
The public will engage directly with museums, colleges, industries and more, while also learning first-hand how they can experience and benefit from all of these great institutions.
Please see STEM page on website for exhibitors.
STEM is the foundation of many St. Louis companies as a whole, and an important part of all companies. It is also a regional focus of many civic organizations and educational institutions. There are currently more STEM-related positions in the St. Louis region, than there are STEM candidates in the professional pool, so the opportunities for those with STEM backgrounds and educations are plentiful.
Attendees will be dazzled by the expansive exhibition of hands-on experiences, resources and information in the STEM Expo as they are held spellbound by incredible aviation acts.
Full-time professional media can request more information at media@spirit-airshow.com.
The 2019 event drew more than 50,000 attendees. We expect the same in 2022.
We are looking for organizations, individuals and STEM professionals with a passion to inspire students and adults towards STEM education and STEM careers as well as volunteers needed on the Event grounds. If you are interested in volunteering contact info@spirit-airshow.com.
Schools can get involved prior to the event as well as during the event. Schools, homeschoolers and educators may attend the STEM EXPO and leave with new resources and information. Schools are invited to utilize the Air Show and STEM Expo as part of their ongoing STEM education efforts and we fully encourage educators to utilize the event as a reward for top performing students. Those wishing to discuss partnership opportunities as they work hard to inspire the next generation of STEM professionals are encouraged to contact stem@spirit-airshow.com for more information.
If your non-profit is STEM or veteran-focused, we invite you to be a part of the STEM Expo and Camp Spirit. We also appreciate your efforts in helping us spread the word to your supporters about this incredible event. Please contact stem@spirit-airshow.com for more information on involvement in the STEM Expo.
We are also looking for groups to work concession stands and other volunteer areas. Please contact concessions@spirit-airshow.com.
There are many ways for companies to get involved.
There are numerous sponsorship opportunities to join together in support of STEM, to celebrate our storied aviation history, and to honor our military. All funds donated will be used at the event, which is run by the non-profit Spirit of St. Louis Air Show, a 501(c)(3) organization. Please contact sponsorships@spirit-airshow.com for more information.
We are also looking for volunteers to work at the STEM Expo, Camp Spirit and other volunteer areas. If your company would like to provide volunteers, please contact STEM@spirit-airshow.com.
We will have a special handicapped parking area near the entrance to the Air Show grounds. If you have a hang tag or disabled plate you should be directed to that area automatically. If not, just ask about it. Once you’re in the handicapped parking area, we will have golf carts watching for arrivals needing assistance. In addition, we will have wheelchairs available on a first come first served basis. We will need some form of collateral (typically a driver’s license) to loan out a wheelchair, but otherwise our services are free and available to those who need them.
No large coolers, food or beverages are permitted. Exceptions are for small coolers carrying lifesaving medicine or formula bottles/food for young infants. (subject to search). There are many food and beverage vendors on the grounds that will provide a variety of food and drink choices. Many of the concessions will be staffed by volunteers from local charities and would appreciate your support.
Yes. General admission viewing is in open field areas. Guests are responsible for chair during the entire event. No umbrellas are allowed to be attached to your chair.
In the general open field spectator area, YES, handheld umbrellas are permitted. Umbrellas are NOT allowed in any of the reserved seating areas. Large beach umbrellas or umbrellas placed in the ground are NOT permitted nor are any other tent or awning structures.
There will be limited shade tents around the grounds. Guests are encouraged to plan for being out in the open and wear a hat as well as plenty of sunscreen.
No. No pets are allowed on the air show grounds or left in cars inside the air show parking areas. Service dogs are permitted.
Yes. Below is a list of restricted and/or prohibited items.
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No balloons
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No portable awnings, tents or canopies
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No alcoholic beverages
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No smoking
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No pets
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No bicycles
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No firearms (including concealed carry permit holders)
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No weapons (knives, etc)
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No skate boards
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No scooters (except for physically challenged persons)
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No in-line skates
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No food or drinks of any kind
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No coolers of any kind
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Overnight camping is not allowed
- All bags are subject to search at entry gate.
Thank you for your cooperation
Information on any available warbird flights will be posted closer to the event.
- Wear sunscreen
- Bring binoculars
- Bring camp chairs or blankets
- Wear a hat and sunglasses
- Bring ear protection
- Wear comfortable walking shoes – many areas are not paved