Watch John Wayne Airport’s holiday tree come to life! The holiday season is all around at the Thomas F. Riley Terminal, bringing holiday cheer throughout. Enjoy a timelapse video of the festive tree being installed overnight like magic. To make all your selfie wishes come true, we’ve added a beautiful, lighted ornament on the lower level, outside the statue windows.
Merry Moments at John Wayne Airport
Merry Moments is back for another year! Guests traveling through John Wayne Airport in December will be greeted with seasonal surprises and delights bringing holiday cheer! The spin and win wheel will travel throughout the Terminal Dec. 4 - 8. Guests will be encouraged to take a spin to win special gifts donated from Airport …
John Wayne Airport Takes the Cake and Celebrates 100 Years of Flight in Orange County
Orange County's aviation history dates back to the 1920s when aviation pioneer Eddie Martin established a private landing strip known as the Eddie Martin Airport. In 1923, Martin furthered his legacy by founding the esteemed flying school Martin Aviation. A century later, Eddie Martin's legacy has ascended to new heights. John Wayne Airport, an award-winning …
Brodard Express Rolls into John Wayne Airport
On October 5, 2023, Brodard Express celebrated the opening of its new restaurant at John Wayne Airport. The event marked the commencement of a captivating array of concessions set to grace the Thomas F. Riley Terminal. Distinguished guests, including Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chairman Andrew Do, First District, representatives for Supervisor Sarmiento, Second …
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John Wayne Airport’s AirACADEMY is ready for takeoff
John Wayne Airport is launching a new educational outreach program, AirACADEMY, designed to provide residents with an overview of how the Airport functions. Participants will learn how airport operations, service programs, and business partners work together to successfully provide a safe, secure, and efficient award-winning Airport. AirACADEMY will include six two-hour sessions, covering Access & …
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High School Holiday Music Program
John Wayne Airport travelers and guests enjoyed the sounds of the season as Orange County high school musical groups brought 16 live holiday musical performances to the Thomas F. Riley Terminal from December 9 to 16, 2022. All performances took place in Baggage Claim located on the Arrival (lower) Level of Terminals A, B, and …
Complimentary Gift Wrap
If you find yourself with a last minute gift purchase and need it wrapped – we’re here for you! John Wayne Airport is offering complimentary gift wrap. Just stop by the gift wrap table located across from Ruby’s Diner, in Terminal A. We will have wrapping paper, boxes, bows, bags, and tissue for most size …
Festive Décor Brings Holiday Cheer to Guests
The sights and sounds of the holiday season are in full swing at John Wayne Airport! Festive seasonal décor adorns the Thomas F. Riley Terminal, bringing holiday cheer and greeting visitors and guests alike. Two new selfie stations were added to the holiday décor this year, including a vibrant outdoor wreath on the lower level, …
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More Merry Moments at John Wayne Airport!
Merry Moments is back for another year! Guests traveling through John Wayne Airport December 12 -23, will be greeted with seasonal surprises and delights, bringing holiday cheer to everyone. The spin and win wheel will travel throughout the Terminal, and guests will be encouraged to take a spin to win special gifts donated from Airport …
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Gotta Catch Em’ All
John Wayne Airport Celebrates the one year anniversary of AirPAWS volunteer trading cards. They first debuted in September 2021 as a way to promote the four-legged ambassadors throughout the Terminal. Each of the fifteen animal ambassadors has a trading card with their photo, name, and fun fact. AirPAWS human handlers are thrilled to share the …

