List of hot air balloon festivals

Hot air balloon festivals are held annually in many places throughout the year, allowing hot [air balloons|balloon] pilots and the general public to gather together and enjoy hot air balloons. The festivals can include races, balloon rides, and "night glows", in which balloons are fired while remaining tethered to the ground illuminating them in the dark. Many US hot air balloon festivals also include live music, car shows, craft fairs, and other activities to entertain the whole community.