May 4th, 5th & 6th, 2023
Balloon flights and displays are weather dependent, taking place only at dusk and dawn when conditions permit.
Tune into WHEP Radio Baldwin 92.5 FM for live updates regarding morning and evening flight information.
Find out details on planned launch sites and flight paths so you can catch them in the skies!
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Foley is the spot for high-flying adventure and family fun at the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival. Enjoy the entertainment, arts and crafts displays and more at the festival site daily. Balloon flights, glows and tethered rides (weather permitting) add to the fun at dawn and dusk.
Tickets
Purchase activity tickets today. Festival Admission is FREE!
Schedule
Enjoy entertainment, children’s activities and more!
Balloons
View a list of balloons scheduled to fly at this year's festival.
FAQS
Check out the responses to these frequently asked questions and helpful event tips.
Map & Parking
We offer both onsite and offsite options for your convenience.
What to Know Before You Go
Wind: 14mph SE
Humidity: 72%
Pressure: 30.14“Hg
UV index: 9
75/64°F
77/68°F
79/70°F
81/68°F
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2022 Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival // Highlight Film
youtu.be
The 2022 Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival was held in Foley, Alabama at OWA Parks & Resorts. Local vendors, interactive activities, live music, balloon gl…
Here’s a throw-back to 2021 and a pretty cool video from “Really Hot Air Balloon Team” 😃Were you there???
Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival 2021 https://youtu.be/A3v9qQceFxA via @YouTube
Are you making plans to come to the 19th Annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival May 4-5-6, 2023? If it’s your first time, check out our FAQ webpage…
http://gulfcoastballoonfestival.com/faqs.
FUTURE FESTIVAL DATES: May 2-4, 2024
The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival in partnership with the City of Foley and OWA.
Located at OWA
100 N OWA Blvd. • Foley, AL, 36535