Hot Air Balloon Festival in Lancaster, PA

The 2024 Hot Air Balloon Festival has been canceled this year. Please visit Lancaster for the event in 2025. See details of next year's event below.

Experience the breathtaking sight of colorful hot air balloons filling the sky at the Lancaster Hot Air Balloon Festival in 2025. Get ready to be awestruck as these majestic balloons take flight and even have the opportunity to soar above the festival grounds yourself.

Whether you choose to enjoy the live music, indulge in delicious food from the vendors, or partake in other exciting attractions, the Lancaster Hot Air Balloon Festival guarantees a weekend filled with unforgettable moments.

Don't miss out on this spectacular event that promises to leave a lasting impression with its enchanting hot air balloons and vibrant atmosphere.

When & Where

When: September 11th to September 14th, 2025

Where: 2727 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505

Admission Information

With different ticket types and passes, the Lancaster Hot Air Balloon Festival offers multiple ways to enjoy events and activities.

General: Tickets cost $10-$35 per person, varying with certain dates.
This package includes watching the launch of hot air balloons, access to the food tent, close positions to the balloons glowing event, fireworks, and live entertainment on the main stage.
Tickets for children who are 12 years of age and under vary with prices ranging from $5 to $17. Kid-friendly features include activities such as the corn maze and lawn games.
Weekend Passes: Passes are available with $50 for adults and $25 for children who are 12 years of age and under.
Hot Air Balloon Flights: Sessions for flights are available to the public and cost $300 per person.
Sky Boxes: This exclusive package costs $995 and includes booking a spacious tent along the spectator field. Delight in festival ongoings with VIP parking, eight weekend passes, a private watching experience, and seamless access to the event’s main features.

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Featured Events

Delve into family-friendly activities, featuring a bouncy house, corn maze, hay ride, and more. Capture awe-inspiring moments with fireworks and the golden glow of hot air balloons. Browse through an array of Amish goods, supporting local businesses and enjoying handcrafted keepsakes.

Balloon Flights & Fireworks

Marvel at mass ascensions as mammoth-sized hot air balloons float into the air or fly with one of the balloons. Be amazed at a display of glimmering lights, watching multiple hot air balloons paint the evening sky with colorful shades and hues. Capture social media-worthy content of dazzling fireworks. Take in scenic views of Lancaster County with a tethered ride, ascending 40 feet into the air.

Family-Friendly Entertainment & Live Music

Experience top-tier entertainment with engaging performances and live music. Looking for kid-friendly fun? Enjoy family activities such as a corn maze, and a hot air balloon walk. Discover more interactive excitement with hayrides and other features in the family-fun area.

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Things To Do

Don’t miss a variety of outdoor activities, enjoying hot air balloon rides, live entertainment, food trucks, and other spectacles. Whether you’re looking for an unforgettable date night or seeking exciting attractions to your itinerary, the Lancaster Balloon Festival offers thrilling adventures for all ages.

EXCITING ACTIVITIES

Find the best things to do in Lancaster County, PA! When you visit Lancaster, you'll experience a countryside steeped in history, art, creativity, fun and most importantly, that Pennsylvania Dutch Country goodness. There's no shortage of unique and exciting things to do in Lancaster, no matter why you choose to travel. Whether you're thinking of visiting Lancaster for an authentic PA Amish experience, to shop until you drop, for exploring our vibrant downtown, to enjoy great outdoor activities, or to share memories with the whole family... Lancaster County, Pennsylvania has something for you.

Something for every type of visitor

Food & Drinks

Indulge in mouthwatering eats from local food trucks and Pennsylvanian Dutch meals from Bird-in-Hand Restaurant & Smorgasbord. Savor a variety of classic Amish meals and drinks in between hot air balloon rides and hayrides.

Where to Stay

Create lasting memories at the Lancaster Hot Air Balloon Festival while staying at top-rated hotels and lodgings. Discover refined and elegant interiors, high quality amenities, and friendly services at the Bird in Hand Family Inn. Immerse yourself in a quaint and charming space at Bird-In-Hand Village Inn and Suites, where cleanliness and comfort are highly valued. Don't miss taking in sophisticated and traditional interiors while staying at the Greystone Manor Victorian Inn Bed and Breakfast.

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