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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Press Releases

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

Stay tuned to the latest weather updates and announcements from our balloon pilots.

Foley
75°
Partly Cloudy
6:40 am7:08 pm CDT
Feels like: 75°F
Wind: 14mph SE
Humidity: 72%
Pressure: 30.14“Hg
UV index: 9
SatSunMonTueWed
79/59°F
75/64°F
77/68°F
79/70°F
81/68°F

Let’s Get Social

Follow us on one or all of our social media platforms to stay up to date with the latest event news!

It’s a #FeelGoodFriday, folks! AND, we’ve got news to share 🤩👍 Check out the latest announcement about our entertainment lineup! #GCHABF #gchabf2023 #hotairballoons #OWA #foleyal #RedClayStrays Red Clay Strays #zoo Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo #drzarr Doctor Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster #ryandyerband +MORENews Release with all the Details: www.southbaldwinchamber.com/news/details/news-release-3-31-2023-gchabf See MoreSee Less
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#SaveTheDate for the 19th Annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival! 🎈🎢☀️ MAY 4-5-6, 2023. 🔗https://fb.me/e/2IHtGrBCm#GCHABF #foleyfestival #OWA #hotairballoons #balloonpilots #foleyalabama #visitfoley #FoleyFun #GulfCoastHotAirBalloonFestival #gchabf2023 **All vendor spaces have been filled**gulfcoastballoonfestival.com See MoreSee Less
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LIMITED TIME ONLY! 🤩 Interested in getting your business in front of thousands of visitors? The Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival is a perfect way to get visibility and make connections with locals and visitors. We have several sponsorship opportunities available from the presenting sponsor to a festival sponsor. Call today to find out more details about this breathtaking event! ☎︎ 251.943.5550 • DEADLINE = MAR 31 See MoreSee Less
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😲 🎈🔥 "There’s a hot air balloon fest in Foley?"…….Yes! Yes, there is 🥰. Check out Kayla’s Highlight Film for a quick look at what it’s like and #MarkYourCalendar for May 4-5-6, 2023.🎬: Kayla Jackson FilmsYouTube: youtu.be/2SXw3N0xtN0 See MoreSee Less
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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…gulfcoastballoonfestival.com/faqs. 🌬️🌤️ We always remind guests that balloon flights, tethered rides, and glows are always "weather permitting" for the safety of the 👨‍✈️ pilots & 🎈🔥 equipment, 👩‍👦crews, and you 🫵 ! Follow our FB Event: fb.me/e/2K4QZj4B8📷: Becky Tate See MoreSee Less
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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

Balloon flights and displays are weather dependent, taking place only at dusk and dawn when conditions permit.