Carolina BalloonFest 2026

Name: Carolina BalloonFest
Start: 2026-10-16
End: 2026-10-18
Location: Iredell - 260 Hangar Drive, Statesville, NC, Texas, USA

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From October 16, 2026 until October 18, 2026

At Iredell - 260 Hangar Drive, Statesville, NC, Texas, USA ( Show Map)

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https://www.carolinaballoonfest.com/

Categories: Aviation Industry

Tags: Music, Family, Festival, Charity, balloon

Carolina BalloonFest is a three‑day hot‑air‑balloon festival in Statesville, NC, running October 16‑18, 2026. The event showcases balloon competitions, mass ascensions, and evening glow displays as its core attractions. Complementary programming includes live music, local food vendors, family‑friendly activities, a Kids Zone, and RV camping options. Additional categories for participants are vendor and entertainment interest opportunities, as well as special rides like tethered balloon experiences. The nonprofit organizer, National Balloon Rally Charities, also solicits donations and offers sponsorships. The festival emphasizes community celebration, visual spectacle, and interactive experiences for all ages.

Carolina BalloonFest 2026

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