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Experience the Magic of the 2025 Adirondack Balloon Festival

Adirondack Balloon Festival Dates: September 17 - 20, 2026

The 2026 Adirondack Balloon Festival takes place in the Lake George/Glens Falls/Queensbury region, and is the can't-miss fall festival of the season in the southern Adirondacks!

Stay tuned for the 2026 festival details as the schedule is announced!

people at balloon festival, two balloons are about to go up

Photo credit: Alan Nudi

fire going up into a hot air balloon, another hot air balloon in the background

Photo credit: Alan Nudi

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Balloon Rides: What to Know

Balloon rides at the festival are subject to availability. Secure a balloon ride today by booking one with a participating pilot!

Link: https://adirondackballoonfest.org/balloon-rides/

Photo credit: Alan Nudi

Please note:

The Adirondack Balloon Festival is subject to weather conditions and flight times are approximate.

There are no dogs, drones, remote control aircraft, or smoking allowed at any festival events. VIP parking passes are sold out.

Visit AdirondackBalloonFest.org for up-to-date information, and follow The Official Adirondack Balloon Festival on Facebook - they are great at communicating any last-minute changes or updates!

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About the Author: Erin Nudi Erin is an avid reader, yogi, jogger, and hiker living in Queensbury. When she's not perusing books at Northshire, Owl Pen Books, or Beldame Books, you can find her at a local event or park with her family.

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