2023 National Balloon Classic
July 28-August 5
2022 National Balloon Classic Champion
2022 US Women's National Balloon Champion
Congratulations to
Dominic Bareford
Bubballoon
Congratulations to
Holly Pfeifer
Cherry Bomb
The spectacular, 9-day event held every summer features 100+ hot air balloons that paint the Iowa sky with brilliant colors and unique special shapes. Enjoy live music on the TruBank stage, buy a balloon ride for a one-of-a-kind experience, and prepare to be awestruck as dark skies come alive with a mystical glow during Nite Glow. Fabulous food vendors, beer/wine, fireworks, Special Shapes, and so much more!
Balloon Rides
Create lifetime memories and buy a balloon ride! Balloon rides can be taken every morning or evening (weather permitting).
Check back at a later date for more information
about scheduling a balloon ride during the
2023 National Balloon Classic, July 28 - August 5.
Rides are provided by our official ride operator,
Galena on the Fly
buyaballoonride.com
