2020 NATIONAL BALLOON CLASSIC  July 24 - Aug 1 - Indianola, Iowa

FOR 9 DAYS EVERY SUMMER, IOWA SKIES COME ALIVE as 100+ hot air balloons paint the town with brilliant colors and charming special shapes. Don’t miss a moment of the excitement as skilled pilots compete for points and prizes every morning and every evening while dazzling guests below. Great family fun and incredible entertainment value await you at the Memorial Balloon Field. Just sit back and enjoy the beautiful countryside as you listen to live music during the evening balloon flights. Grab a bite to eat, take the kiddos to Kids Land, buy a balloon ride for a one-of-a-kind view, and prepare to be awestruck as dark skies come alive with a mystical glow during Dawn Patrols and Nite Glows.

Memorial Balloon Field

15335 Jewell St, Indianola, IA 50125
(only open during event dates)

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Looking for directions?
Please visit the directions page.

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2020 Schedule is now available.

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Balloon Field Hours
During Event Dates Only

AM Flight: Parking/Gates open at 5:00 AM

PM Flight: Parking/Gates open at 4:00 PM 

The Memorial Balloon Field closes each day
after the morning flight and gates do not
reopen until 4pm.

There is no entertainment or scheduled activities
at the balloon field during daytime hours.

Balloon Rides

Create lifetime memories and book a balloon ride. Balloon rides can be taken every morning or evening (weather permitting) during the event but spots fill quickly so reserve your first-rate, exclusive experience in advance.

Contact Galena On The Fly
Official balloon ride operator for
the National Balloon Classic. 
815-777-2747
info@buyaballoonride.com
 

It’s never too early

to buy a balloon ride.

Make reservations now for 2020!
Call for Price and Availability

"Once you have flown, you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward, for there you have been, and there you long to return." - Leonardo da Vinci