Great Smoky Mountain Hot Air Balloon Festival

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

Take your summer night to new heights. 🎈

Tethered hot air balloon rides return to Townsend for the Great Smoky Mountain Hot Air Balloon Festival, giving guests a chance to rise above the Greater Smokies Event Grounds and take in the mountain views from a whole new angle.

This family-friendly fundraiser also features hot air balloons, local vendors, live entertainment, food, and a full evening of Smoky Mountain scenery.

Make it even more memorable with the Sip TN Wine Experience, featuring samples from 12+ Tennessee wineries, meaderies, and cideries. Additional ticket required; guests must be 21+ with a valid photo ID.

📍 Greater Smokies Event Grounds, Townsend, TN
📅 August 15, 2026
⏰ 3–9 p.m.

Learn More & Get Your Tickets: www.gsmballoonfest.com

Greater Smokies Events

05/28/2026

Fun for the whole family. 🎈

Join us for the Great Smoky Mountain Hot Air Balloon Festival in Townsend. This family-friendly fundraiser brings hot air balloons, local vendors, live entertainment, food, and Smoky Mountain views together for one unforgettable night.

Make it even more memorable with the Sip TN Wine Experience, featuring samples from 12+ Tennessee wineries, meaderies, and cideries. Additional ticket required; guests must be 21+ with a valid photo ID.

Proceeds benefit the Townsend Volunteer Fire Department and Townsend Elementary School, supporting vital services and education in the local community.

📍 Greater Smokies Event Grounds, Townsend, TN
📅 August 15, 2026
⏰ 3–9 p.m.

Learn More & Get Your Tickets: www.gsmballoonfest.com

Greater Smokies Events

05/28/2026

We love Peaceful Side Social! Thank you for sponsoring our festival this year! We couldn’t do it without you!

Our second favorite view to the mountains.

Lunch is served on the Peaceful Side. 🍕☀️

05/28/2026

🎈 VOLUNTEER GROUPS & COMMUNITY PARTNERS WANTED! 🎈

The 2026 Great Smoky Mountains Hot Air Balloon Festival is now recruiting volunteer groups, businesses, churches, civic organizations, and community partners for this year’s festival on August 15, 2026 in Townsend, Tennessee!

This is more than volunteering… it’s an opportunity to be part of one of the largest tourism events in the Smokies while supporting our local community and getting your organization involved in something unforgettable.

We are currently looking for:
✅ Volunteer Teams
✅ Corporate & Employee Groups
✅ Churches & Ministries
✅ Civic Organizations
✅ School & Sports Groups
✅ Community Partners
✅ Event Sponsors

🎈 VOLUNTEER BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE:
✔ General Admission Tickets
✔ Free Event Parking
✔ Volunteer Event T-Shirts
✔ Meal Voucher
✔ Community Service Hours
✔ Team Building Experience
✔ Behind-the-Scenes Festival Access

🌟 SPONSOR & GROUP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Want to get your organization involved and your name in lights during one of Tennessee’s most unique events?

Sponsorship and volunteer partnerships may include:
🎤 Event recognition
📱 Social media promotion
🎈 On-site visibility
👥 Community engagement opportunities
⭐ VIP and ticket packages

Volunteer opportunities include:

* Parking
* Admissions
* Hospitality
* Vendor Support
* Kids Area
* VIP Assistance
* Setup & Tear Down
* General Festival Operations

Come help us welcome thousands of guests to Townsend and the Great Smoky Mountains for an unforgettable evening!

📩 Interested in getting involved?
Email: [email protected]



VOLUNTEER LINK:

https://eventeny.com/events/volunteer/application/?id=13855

SPONSORSHIP LINK:

https://www.eventeny.com/events/sponsor/application/?a=sntfthnr-15267

05/25/2026

🚨 ONLY 4 PRIVATE ASCENT EXPERIENCES REMAIN 🚨

One has already been claimed.

This is the most exclusive experience offered at the 2026 Great Smoky Mountain Hot Air Balloon Festival — designed for those wanting more than general admission.

🎈 Private tethered balloon experience for TWO
⭐ VIP Festival Access All Day
🍷 Premium Wine Experience Included
🚗 Exclusive On-Site Parking
🌄 A once-in-a-lifetime Smoky Mountain memory

Only FIVE total experiences were made available… and now there are only FOUR left.

📅 August 15, 2026
📍 Townsend, Tennessee

First come. First served.



Click the link below to access ALL TICKETS to the upcoming festival.

https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=23315

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05/18/2026

There’s nothing quite like the moment a hot air balloon lifts into the sky 🎈

It’s peaceful. It’s powerful. And it’s something you have to experience in person.

August 15 — Townsend, TN.

🎟 Tickets: https://www.eventeny.com/events/2026-great-smoky-mountain-hot-air-balloon-festival-23315/
🤝 Sponsorships: [email protected]

05/15/2026

Looking for a high-impact way to promote your business this summer?

The 2026 Great Smoky Mountains Hot Air Balloon Festival brings thousands of visitors, families, and travelers to the Peaceful Side of the Smokies.

This is your opportunity to:
✔ Increase brand visibility
✔ Connect with locals & tourists
✔ Be part of something unforgettable

Let’s put your business in the spotlight.

🤝 Sponsorship opportunities: [email protected]
🎟 Event tickets: https://www.eventeny.com/events/2026-great-smoky-mountain-hot-air-balloon-festival-23315/

05/13/2026

🎈 NOW ACCEPTING 2026 SPONSORS! 🎈

The 2026 Great Smoky Mountains Hot Air Balloon Festival is officially opening sponsorship opportunities for businesses, organizations, and community partners who want to be part of one of the Smokies’ most anticipated events.

From tourism exposure and social media promotion to VIP hospitality experiences and on-site visibility, sponsorships are designed to help businesses connect with thousands of visitors while supporting community, hospitality, and tourism on the Peaceful Side of the Smokies.

✨ Sponsorship Levels Starting at $500
✨ VIP Experiences Included in Select Levels
✨ Opportunities for Business Promotion & Community Visibility
✨ Presenting Sponsor & Official Festival Partner Opportunities Available

Whether you’re a local business, regional brand, tourism partner, or organization looking to support a growing Smoky Mountain event — we would love to connect with you.

📍 Townsend, Tennessee
🎈 2026 Great Smoky Mountains Hot Air Balloon

📩 [email protected]