Ashland BalloonFest

07/27/2026

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New showroom swag just dropped. 😎 We finally got to pick up the incredible custom carvings created for us during Ashland BalloonFest 2026, and they look even better in person.

A huge thank you to Zach Burgess and the entire Ashland BalloonFest Board for all the work you put in every single year to make this event such a special part of our community. Your passion and dedication help make Ashland shine.

We couldn't be more excited to display these awesome pieces in all our showrooms, and were honored to help bring the wood carvers to Balloonfest this year.

07/01/2026

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for supporting Ashland BalloonFest! ❤️

From our local vendors and sponsors to every attendee and spectator, each of you plays a crucial role in making this event possible for our community. Your support and enthusiasm are what make BalloonFest such a special tradition -- 36 years strong!

Thank you for making 2026 unforgettable. Here's to an even bigger and better 2027! 🎈

06/28/2026

Tomorrow morning flights have been cancelled!
Due to forecasted cloud ceilings below 500’- we have to keep the safety of our pilots and riders in mind!

Thank you ALL for a great 2026 Balloonfest!

See you next year! 🫶

06/28/2026

Glow is a go! Come on out to see a great show!! 😍

06/27/2026

🚨 PARKING UPDATE 🚨

Freer Field parking is now CLOSED and is no longer accepting vehicles. The lot is full and muddy.

🚗 Please park at Ashland University Lot B and use the shuttle service to the festival.

For everyone’s safety and to keep traffic moving, do not attempt to drive into Freer Field to park.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing you at BalloonFest!

06/27/2026

Unfortunately, tonight’s hot air balloon flight has been canceled. Current cloud ceiling conditions do not meet the minimum requirements for a safe and legal flight.

The good news is that balloons will begin inflating on the field shortly, and the Balloon Glow is still planned to take place as scheduled at this time!

Thank you for your understanding — we hope you’ll still join us for a beautiful evening on the launch field!

06/27/2026

Weather Update | 6:45 PM 🎈

We are currently on a brief weather hold, but we’re very optimistic you’ll see balloons tonight! ☀️🎈

Pilots are taking the launch field now to prepare their equipment while we continue to monitor conditions.

A supplemental pilot weather briefing will take place at 7:15 PM, at which time we’ll receive the latest weather update and determine the next steps.

The current plan remains for half the balloons to fly and half to stay on the field for the Balloon Glow, weather permitting.

We’ll share another update immediately following the 7:15 PM weather briefing. Thank you for your patience—we’re hopeful for a great evening!

06/27/2026

Tether Balloon is setting up! If you’d like to fly- but you’d like to stay closer to the ground, this is your opportunity! 🤩 Come on out to the field!

06/27/2026

Attention BalloonFest goers! The weather is improving, things are drying out, and our weatherman has an optimistic outlook for tonight!

Come on out to the field and enjoy!