Military

Hurlburt Field to host FREE 2-day Open House for the first time in 11 years

The U.S. Air Force is hosting a 2-day Open House at Hurlburt Field on April 14 for DOD identification card holders and April 15 for the general public. According to […]

Jared Williams

The U.S. Air Force is hosting a 2-day Open House at Hurlburt Field on April 14 for DOD identification card holders and April 15 for the general public.

For the first time since 2012, the base will open its gates to the public for a FREE two-day event between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
This year’s them is: “Connect with our Mission.”

According to a press release from Hurlburt, attendees will have the opportunity to talk with Airmen, experience military demonstrations and tour the Air Force’s latest generation of special forces aircraft, that are essential to accomplishing the nation’s global defense mission.

Vendors and concessions will also be available at the event.

“We look forward to hosting our Emerald Coast community and showcasing what our AFSOC Airmen are doing to protect our nation,” said Col. Alison Black, 1^st Special Operations Wing commander.

Hurlburt Field is home to the United States Air Force Special Operations Command, 1st Special Operations Wing, 492nd Special Operations Wing, more than 45 tenant units, and more than nine thousand special operations Airmen.

For more information on this years event, please visit the Hurlburt Field Open House website or visit the official Hurlburt Field Facebook page.

PROMOTION

Join the conversation...Cancel reply

Continue reading 👇

Military

Hurlburt Field pushes Highway 98 traffic, housing concerns at tri-county military forum

Military

Hurlburt Field seeks applicants for 2026-2027 Honorary Commander Program

Military

Local military spouse at Hurlburt Field named ‘Air Force Spouse of the Year’

Military

New 1st SOW Commander addresses traffic, housing challenges in first county update

Scott Schaeffler commented on WordroW: June 22, 2026

“0:57, 4 attempts”

Respond

Helen Rigdon commented on Okaloosa Administrator says property tax amendment could cut $24 million from county budget by year two

“Great coverage and extremely informative from John Hofstad. Be glad he gives you A heads up and is pro active. Our County Executive does none of That.”

Patricia commented on Kemp’s ridley sea turtle found dead on Walton County beach, entangled in beach chair

“my hope is that someway that chair can be traced to the owner who needs to see that picture”

Patty Novak commented on Kemp’s ridley sea turtle found dead on Walton County beach, entangled in beach chair

“😢This is so sad. After seeing all that the Gulfarium does to rehabilitate other turtles, this is frustrating.”

Michael Cobb commented on WordroW: June 18, 2026

“4:00”

Mrs. Z commented on Superintendent Chambers addresses accusations, supports the 3 incumbents in upcoming election

“Thank you for your opinion, Mr. Chambers. I will not be voting for the three candidates you recommended. It’s interesting how you have spent years making sure students are held...”

Scott Schaeffler commented on WordroW: June 18, 2026

“1:22, 4 attempts”

Timothy W Yelverton commented on Col. Terrance Keithley takes command of 96th Test Wing at Eglin

“I sure hope he will change the hunting regulations and let us hunt during the week days this year.”

Brenda J Castillo commented on Okaloosa Administrator says property tax amendment could cut $24 million from county budget by year two

“A compromise would be to reduce property taxes for all senior citizens, with restrictions for newcomers. Without restrictions, too many seniors would flock here. Maybe seniors who have their homes...”

Robin commented on Kemp’s ridley sea turtle found dead on Walton County beach, entangled in beach chair

“Just heartbreaking.”