The Blue Angels are coming back to Tampa Saturday and Sunday March 26th and 27th. There are no tickets needed – it’s totally free. But if you’re heading to MacDill for the first time there are some good things to know before you go! Any other tips you can think of we should share? Tweet @GenoRadio and I’ll include yours too!

• #10: Leave the cooler home.

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  You can't bring it in unless it's for medical supplies or infant formula. You can bring snacks in though. On site they'll be selling burgers, hot dogs, sausage sandwiches, pizza, drinks and desserts.

• #9: Find a buddy with a boat.

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  If you can pull this off, this is the best way to watch! Just pay attention to the marked zones to avoid a costly ticket.

• #8: Wear comfortable shoes.

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  You're going to do a lot of walking. Probably a lot more than you'd anticipate.
• #7: Early birds win.

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  The line to get in is pretty legendary. Don't twist your neck trying to watch the jets fly by through your car windows. Gates open at 8am. Opening ceremonies start at noon. The Blue Angels fly at 3pm.

• #6: Bike in!

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  A super smart way to avoid the traffic. Get a little exercise and get in and out fast!

• Get a Ride

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  First off have you seen the prices for overnight parking! Your better off taking an Uber to TPA and back twice before your flight out. So grab a ride. Whether you grab an Uber or make my producer come and drop you off you are way better off than trying to park and then walk a half a mile just to get your tickets.
• #4: Hydrate!

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  Bring lots of bottled water or just a container - there will be stations with chilled water. No alcohol is allowed in though. But you can buy it at AirFest. Beer prices range from $5 (16 oz.) to $8 (22 oz.).

• #3: Pretend you’re going to the beach.

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  You think of it when you're headed to the beach, but bring all that stuff to the show... beach hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, a folding chair... the works! There is not much shade.

• #2: Don’t go crazy with big cameras.

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  You're going to take a ton of photos. While you CAN bring a fancy camera with one of those big lens, large camera bags are not permitted.
• #1: Save a trip back to the car… or worse back home.

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  Forbidden items include anything that can be used as a weapon (obviously), laser pointers, drones, fireworks, pets, grills, glass, and as mentioned before, alcohol.

• Listener tip: Protect those ears!

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  From listener Rana: "If you are taking small children with you, take earplugs… years ago when my daughter was young , she cried it was so loud (it hurt her ears) and I had to leave."

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