Stowe Balloon Festival
Annual June Festival in Stowe, Vermont
Summer Vermont Balloon Festival
Soar into summer at the Stowe Balloon Festival, a beloved community celebration featuring three unforgettable days of colorful hot air balloons, live music, local food and arts vendors, and family-friendly fun, all set against the stunning backdrop of Stowe, Vermont.
Watch vibrant balloons take to the sky, explore the vendor village, enjoy live performances, and savor delicious food and beverages throughout the weekend.
With unique activities and entertainment each day, the Stowe Balloon Festival offers something for everyone. Choose from single-day admission or save with a three-day pass for the full experience. Whether you’re visiting with family, friends, or as a summer getaway, this iconic Stowe event promises unforgettable views, festive energy, and classic Vermont charm.
For a truly memorable Stowe Balloon Festival, choose Stone Hill Inn, conveniently located just minutes from the festival grounds. Perfect for couples seeking a romantic getaway, the inn offers cozy, charming accommodations, 3-course breakfasts to start your day in style, and personalized service. After a day of balloons and festivities, unwind together and enjoy the warm hospitality that makes your Stowe experience extra special.
More about Ballooning in Stowe
Ballooning, as you probably know, is the oldest successful human-carrying flight technology. The first flight was a two-person journey on November 21, 1783 from Paris, France!
Pasts guests have gone hot-air ballooning using our local balloon provider Jeff Snyder and his Above Reality balloon company. One couple celebrated their honeymoon by ascending 1,600 feet and traveling over 11 miles. Weather is always a factor and Jeff, designer and builder of balloons, is very conservative. He suggests not betting on only ONE day, but have at least two or three days from which to choose in order to be more assured of getting weather needed for a flight.
According to Jeff, very few say that they are afraid once they are in the air. He says that it’s because unlike a cliff, there are no edges to look over when you are in a balloon. We had a chance to experience a taste of ballooning two weeks ago – 75 feet up from in one of Jeff’s tethered balloons. Quiet, soft, fresh perspective.
This annual event is held in June. Check the festival website for this year's dates.
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