Cream of the Prop Fly-In Morris MN
Pancakes, Planes & More!
The second annual Cream of the Prop Fly-In returns to Morris, MN on Wednesday, June 6, with aircraft displays, a pancake breakfast, live music, family activities, and aviation experiences for all ages.
Some Saturday mornings are made for sleeping in. Others are made for grabbing pancakes, wandering an airport runway, listening to live music, and watching airplanes roll in from across the region.
Cream of the Prop Fly-In brings all of that together for one high-energy morning at the Morris Municipal Airport. Whether you’re the kind of person who can identify an aircraft from a mile away or you just want a fun family outing with something a little different, this event was built to feel welcoming, hands-on, and easy to enjoy.
From aircraft displays and aviation activities to free ice cream shakes and stories from a longtime aviation professional, there’s something happening around every corner of the airport. After the event, visitors can hop on a shuttle to downtown Morris and continue the fun with a free movie at Morris Theatre.
Cream of the Prop Fly-In
Date: Wednesday, June 6, 2026
Time: 8 a.m. to noon
Location: Morris Municipal Airport
50725 State Highway 28
Morris, MN
Start the morning with a pancake breakfast hosted by the Morris Fire Department, then spend the next few hours exploring aircraft displays, meeting pilots, enjoying live music, grabbing free ice cream shakes from the Midwest Dairy Malt Wagon, and checking out aviation-focused activities for all ages.
At 9:30 a.m., hear from featured speaker Gary Black as he shares stories and insights from decades spent flying, testing, and helping develop some of the most recognized aircraft in modern aviation.
What You’ll See at the Fly-In
Pancake Breakfast
Starts at 8 a.m.
The Morris Fire Department will serve up a pancake breakfast available by free-will donation. It’s the kind of laid-back small-town morning that makes getting out early worth it.
National Anthem Performance
Before the 9:30 a.m. speaker presentation
Hancock-native Hope Schmidgall will perform the National Anthem before the featured speaker presentation begins.
Featured Speaker: Gary Black
9:30 a.m.
Hear stories from a pilot whose career has included flight testing, aircraft certification, aviation consulting, and helping develop the Cirrus SR20 and SR22. Expect fascinating behind-the-scenes insight into the world of aviation and aircraft innovation.
Public Safety Demonstrations
Following the speaker presentation
Explore displays and demonstrations from organizations including LifeLink III, Civil Air Patrol, and the Minnesota State Patrol while learning more about aviation’s role beyond the runway.
Demonstration timing may vary depending on weather and operational availability.
Live Music, Ice Cream & Family Activities
All morning long
Between the live music, free ice cream shakes, and hands-on activities, the fly-in keeps the energy going long after breakfast. Register before May 25 through the Facebook event page for a chance to win a free flight.
Keep the Day Going Downtown
After the fly-in wraps up
Once the airport activities wind down, visitors can hop on a shuttle from the airport to downtown Morris. Plans are also in the works for a free movie at Morris Theatre, making it easy to turn the fly-in into a full day of family fun.
Quick Flight Plan
Date & Time
Wednesday, June 6, 2026
8 a.m. to noon
Location
Morris Municipal Airport
50725 State Highway 28
Morris, MN
Cost
Free to attend. Pancake breakfast available by free-will donation to the Morris Fire Department.
Best For
Families, aviation enthusiasts, road-trippers, and curious first-time visitors.
Arrival Tip
Come early for pancakes, aircraft arrivals, and the full runway experience.
Planning Note
Public safety demonstration timing may shift depending on weather and operational needs.
Make It a Weekend in Morris
If you’re making the drive to Morris for the fly-in, there are plenty of ways to stretch the fun beyond the runway.
After the event, head downtown to explore local shops, restaurants, parks, and trails, then settle in for an overnight stay and enjoy more of west-central Minnesota at a slower pace.
Morris has a way of turning simple weekends into memorable ones, especially when pancakes and airplanes are involved.