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!

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
79°
Partly Cloudy
6:50 am7:03 pm CDT
Feels like: 79°F
Wind: 11mph SE
Humidity: 67%
Pressure: 30.15“Hg
UV index: 5
FriSatSunMonTue
77/68°F
79/68°F
77/66°F
73/64°F
70/52°F

Let’s Get Social

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#WayBackWednesday to 2021 and a pretty cool video from "Really Hot Air Balloon Team"… Were you there??? 😃 YouTube 🎬: @reallyhotairballoonteam9351 🎥 youtu.be/A3v9qQceFxAHot air balloon flights are for sponsors and take place in the early morning hours during the festival. It’s something special to see them fly across the sky in South Baldwin County. #GCHABF #FoleyFun #gchabf2023 #HotAirBalloons #VisitFoley #BalloonPilots #GulfCoastHotAirBalloonFestival 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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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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#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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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.