Balloon Fest

Gather with more than 25,000 spectators to experience approximately 25 of these magical giants close-ups as part of the ever-popular Balloon Fest. Balloons fly each morning on July 1, 3, and 4 from 6:00 am to 8 am, closed on Sunday. Families and children may walk around the balloons as they inflate. Make sure and arrive at 6:00 am to see the balloons inflate!

Pilots participate in the Hare and the Hound competition where "hound" balloons drop bean bags onto a target laid out by the "hare." Pilots obtain additional points through jousting as they attempt to pop large balloons with sharp sticks 200 to 300 feet above the ground. Top pilots from around the nation come to compete in this unique and difficult event.