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Mount Vernon Hot Air Balloon Festival
More than 100 hot air balloonists from across the country.
One of the largest free hot-air balloon festivals in the Northwest,
The event features
hot air balloon races,
a key grab,
tether rides,
and our always well-attended Ballumination!
Other activities
Tour point shepherd park
Enjoy a free arts and crafts show
Visit the multiple farm to table food vendors
Get up close with antique cars and tractors.
As the sun sets,
You can settle back for musical entertainment
And the always fabulous fireworks show over the canyon!
This year’s music acts include
EZ Star
Black Dog
Rachel Mac
The LLC Five Star Jazz Orchestra.
Plenty of others will be on hand, as well.
Things to do:
Stroll the park
visit each live music stage
enjoy just about any type of musical act on your playlist.
bring your pet,
A lawn chair,
a cooler full of your favorite drinks
(alcohol is not permitted according to bylaws)
for safety reasons, please do not bring glass bottles
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to see balloons?
Early morning6:00 a.M., Or at dusk approximately 7:00 p.M.
Ballooning is extremely weather dependent. Winds must be less than 15 mph
Listen to WLITE 1050 AM or 95.7 FM for flight information.
Where are the balloons and pilots during the day?
High canyon winds make it impossible to fly during the day.
Pilots enjoy the same things that you do
live music, quality arts & crafts, and local cuisine.
Can I purchase a hot air balloon ride during the Festival?
during the festival, rides are not available.
However, pilots will give tether rides on Saturday and Sunday mornings.
Rides can be purchased from Sky Glide Hot Air Balloon Company,
Event Schedule
Saturday (5/28/2022)
6:00 AM Pilots Briefing
6:30 AM Hare and Hound Race
5:00 PM Pilot Briefing
5:30 PM Fun Flight
6:30 PM Tethers
8:15 PM Balloon Glow
Sunday (5/29/2022)
6:00 AM Pilots Briefing
6:30 AM Lynn Layton Key Grab
5:00 PM Pilot Briefing
5:30 PM Fun Flight
6:30 PM Ballumination
As for the kids, hold on to your hat! Your children can pet a baby sheep, dance like a butterfly to fun tunes, get their faces painted with balloon art, and try a little limbo. At the children’s village, they can enjoy Johnny Drake as he performs his magic show. In the next booth, they can catch storytelling and puppet shows sponsored by the Lancaster County School System.
And don’t forget the dogs! In a special enclosure, well-behaved dogs can participate in the Stay Connected K-9 Frisbee Toss. Dogs can splash in pools, chase toys, and dig for buried treasure. Adult supervision required, of course!
We guarantee you’ll be hungry! Grab an ice cream cone or snack on popcorn as you stroll through the vendors and hot air balloons. The barbecue cook-off is sure to be a stellar attraction, as well. With food vendors—many participated in the farm to table concept—scattered throughout the park, you’re never too far from your next meal.