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Adirondack Balloon Festival

September 19 - September 22

Check back for details in 2024!

Dozens of hot air balloons float over the mountains at the 50th annual Adirondack Balloon Festival!

Hot air balloonists from across the United States and around the world have gathered in the Lake George Area during fall for 50 years. Floating high above the majestic Adirondack Mountains is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that professional balloonists and amateur adventurers get to experience every single year.

This stunning festival features a wide variety of hot air balloons. You’ll see the typical round and colorful balloons, as well as some balloons shaped in ways you would never expect. Come out and watch these vibrant balloons take to the sky in an array of colors and decorations.

–Please Note–

  • All ballooning flight times including the lift-offs, Airport Moonglow, and all activities are wind and weather permitting.
  • NO DOGS ALLOWED (this is for their safety and our visitors as well).
  • No drones or remote control aircraft are allowed.
  • Please, no smoking.

Event details are subject to change and weather permitting. Please visit the website for up to date information as well as links to parking routes which is extremely important as large crowds are expected. Updates are also posted on their Facebook page.

This event attracts thousands of people, so please be prepared for traffic backups. Plan accordingly, especially during peak times at 5:00am – 9:00am and 3:00pm – 8:00pm. 

For details on parking, balloon rides, how to dress, and more, check out their FAQ page here.

Below is the Adirondack Balloon Festival from 2023. Check back soon for 2024 information. 

  • Wednesday, September 20 – Hiland Park Country Club (SOLD OUT!)
    • 5:00pm – 8:00pm – Celebrating some of our long time sponsors as well as pioneer pilots! MC’d by Mark Mullholland, music by Rich Ortiz, memorabilia, food and more. Well known local artist Lynn Benevento will unveil a special painting created for the 50th anniversary. Up to 10 balloons putting on a moon glow event as well! Tickets will be $40 and will be available on our website soon!
  • Thursday, September 21 – Crandall Park (All Thursday events are pended awaiting approval from NYS and weather permitting)
    • 4:00pm – Parade from downtown Glens Falls to Crandall Park for the opening ceremonies
    • 4:00pm – 6:00pm – “The McKrells” perform
    • 5:00pm – Opening Ceremonies Welcoming remarks from dignitaries and event organizers, inflation of the 50th anniversary special shape birthday cake balloon, inflation and launch of 10 balloons. Including the first ever Moonglow event at Crandall Park!
    • 7:00pm – 9:00pm – “The Refrigerators” perform
  • Friday, September 22 – Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport
    • 3:00pm – Gates Open: Food vendors, Zonta craft fair, exhibitors, kids activities, and more.
    • 4:00pm – 6:00pm – “Pluck & Rail” perform
    • 5:30pm (approximately) – Flight of up to 70+ balloons including special shapes!
  • Saturday, September 23 – Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport 
    • 4:30am – Gates Open
    • 5:45am (approximately) – “Dawn Patrol” perform, 5 to 10 balloons will launch in the dark
    • 7:00am (approximately) – Flight of up to 70+ balloons, including some special shapes.
    • Food vendors, Zonta craft fair, exhibitors, kids activities, and more.
    • 2:00pm – 4:00pm – “The K&O Show” perform
    • 5:00pm – 7:00pm – “The Ryan Montbleau Band” performs
    • 5:30pm (approximately) – Flight of up to 70+ balloons including special shapes! (Other balloons will stay on the field for the moonglow)
    • 7:30pm – 8:00pm (approximately) – “Lighting up the Night” – Moonglow featuring up to 50 balloons – Bring your flashlights!
  • Sunday, September 24 – Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport
    • 4:30am – Gates Open
    • 7:00am (approximately) – Flight of 90+ balloons + special shapes

Details

Start:
September 19
End:
September 22
Cost:
Free
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Venue

Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport
443 Queensbury Avenue
Queensbury, NY 12804