AirVenture 2025 Explores Aviation History, Heroic Stories, and Space Exploration in Evening Programs

Attendees of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 are invited to a powerful week of evening programming at the Theater in the Woods. From Sunday, July 20, to Saturday, July 26, a series of nightly events will gather on stage everyone from NASA astronauts to those involved with World War II and the Korean War and more.

“After a full day on the Oshkosh flightline, evenings at Theater in the Woods have for more than 40 years been the place to hear from aviation legends and today’s innovators,” said Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programs, who coordinates AirVenture features and attractions. “This year’s programming again creates ‘only at Oshkosh’ moments with those involved in aviation history, cutting-edge technology, or the future of flight.”

Schedule of Events:

Sunday, July 20 - An Evening With Champions (7-9 p.m.)

Kick off the week with inspirational stories from aviation’s best. Hear firsthand accounts from those who have been through all the advances in the aviation industry.

Monday, July 21 – World War II: The Stories That Made Us (7-9 p.m.)

An evening of families and historians working to tell the stories of those who made aviation history during that conflict. A touching evening to those who shaped our skies.

Tuesday, July 22 - NASA Moon to Mars: Artemis II and III (7-9 p.m.)

The stage will be full of the NASA team, leading the way back to the moon and beyond. Do not miss this chance to hear from the engineers, mission control flight directors, and astronauts themselves.

Wednesday, July 23 - Rescue Me!  (6:30-7:45 p.m.)

Celebrate the history and future of the brave women who undertake lifesaving missions in the air.

Thursday, July 24 - M*A*S*H: Healing the Wounds With Laughter (7-9 p.m.)

The MASH units in Korea saved countless lives and later had their legacies preserved by a hit TV show.  Celebrate both and honor those who were a part of each.

Friday, July 25 - The Fight to Save the City of Angels (7-9 p.m.)

Honoring those who fought the fires in the Los Angeles area. When this historic natural disaster hit Los Angeles, brave pilots and firefighters worked hard to save lives and gave an entire city hope.

Saturday, July 26 - High Flight and Higher Callings: Serving as a Fighter Pilot in the Air National Guard (6:30-7:45 p.m.)

A story of dreams, service, and the relentless pursuit of purpose. USAF Major General Duke Pirak will be on stage to discuss his journey to flying and commanding our men and women of the USAF Air National Guard.

All evening programs at Theater in the Woods are supported by M&M’S and are included with regular AirVenture admission.