VA: Colonial Beach (Dockside) Splash-in

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026

• Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Location: South end of Colonial Beach, VA (at Dockside Restaurant)

• Host: Mike Pearson | Sponsor: Dockside Restaurant

Pilot & Arrival Info

• Frequency: Monitor 123.45.

• Landing Sites: Options available on the Potomac River or Monroe Bay.

• Parking: Beach your aircraft directly on the white sandy beach!

• Spectators: This is a high-visibility event—our 2025 gathering drew over 1,000 people to see the planes!

• Free Lunch: A complimentary meal is provided for all pilots and crews flying in.

How to RSVP

To help us coordinate with the restaurant and beach spacing, please email Mike Pearson at mapsr@aol.com or call 540-903-7003 with:

• N-Number

• Aircraft Type

• Number of people in your party

• Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA)

More Information

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