🎉 Festival
2026 Carolina BalloonFest
Thursday, October 15, 2026 — Sunday, October 18, 2026
About This Event
Ever watched a hot air balloon light up the night sky? The 2026 Carolina BalloonFest in Cornelius, NC offers a spectacular family experience with breathtaking balloon competitions, mass ascensions, evening glows, live music, and local food. It's a magical event that creates memories lasting long after the sun sets.
Quick Glance
- Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026
- Location: Cornelius, NC
- Hot air balloon festival with competitions and evening glows
- Admission fee applies; food and activities available for purchase
Pro Tip: Arrive early in the morning to see the mass ascension,it's the most crowded but most spectacular part of the festival. Bring blankets, bug spray, and flashlights for the evening glow events, and plan to grab dinner from food vendors rather than leaving the grounds.
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