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50th Annual Carolina BalloonFest Oct 17-19 – Charlotte On The Cheap

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The 49th Annual Carolina BalloonFest takes place October 17-29, 2025, at Statesville Regional Airport, 531 Old Airport Road, Statesville, North Carolina. It’s 45 miles from Charlotte.

  • Friday, October 17: 3 to 8:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, October 18: 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, October 19: 7 a.m to 6 p.m.

The festival features:

  • Special Shapes
  • Live music
  • Mass Ascensions
  • Fly Overs
  • Friday and Saturday evening Balloon Glow
  • Drone Show
  • Sanctioned Hot Air Balloon Competitions
  • Hot Air Balloon Flights
  • Tethered Balloon Rides
  • Main Stage Entertainment
  • Wine and Craft Beer Garden
  • Kids Zone
  • Walk-In Balloon
  • Pilot Meet and Greet
  • Artisan Village and Marketplace
  • Eat Street and Wine & Beer Tent

Please note that there is an extra charge for some activities, including balloon rides.

Please your own lawn chair.

Please see Carolina BalloonFests’ Parking Page.

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Tickets for Carolina BalloonFest

Friday

  • Adult: $15
  • Ages 7-12: $10
  • 6 and under: Free (no ticket required)

Saturday

  • Adult: $25
  • Ages 7-12: $10
  • 6 and under: Free (no ticket required)

Sunday

  • Adult: $20
  • Ages 7-12: $10
  • 6 and under: Free (no ticket required)

Weekend Pass

  • Adult: $50
  • Ages 7-12: $25
  • 6 and under: Free (no ticket required)

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