Terms of Use
Last update: FEB 2025
​Welcome to the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival website (gulfcoastballoonfestival.com). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this Website.
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1. General Use
This Website provides information about the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival, including event details, ticket purchases, sponsorship opportunities, and festival policies. By using this Website, you agree to:
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Use the Website only for lawful purposes.
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Not engage in any activity that could harm the Website or interfere with other users.
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Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website.
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2. Ticket Sales & Refund Policy
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VIP Passes and VIP Parking are available for purchase online.
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All ticket sales are final and non-transferable.
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No refunds will be issued within seven (7) days prior to the first day of the event.
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Tickets are subject to availability and may be revoked for failure to comply with event policies.
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3. Event Policies & Liability
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The festival is free to attend, with some featured areas requiring an additional fee (e.g., Kid’s Zone, VIP areas, tethered rides).
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All flights, including tethered rides, are weather-dependent and subject to cancellation for safety reasons.
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The Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival, its organizers, and affiliates are not responsible for weather-related changes, cancellations, or personal losses incurred due to event modifications.
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Attendees assume all risks associated with attending the festival, including but not limited to weather conditions, activities, and third-party vendors.
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4. Sponsorship & Balloon Rides
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Full hot air balloon rides are reserved exclusively for sponsors and not available to the general public.
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For sponsorship opportunities, contact our Director Rachel Spear in charge of the festival at rachel@southbaldwinchamber.com.
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Tethered rides are available to the public and can be purchased on-site (subject to weather conditions).
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5. Intellectual Property
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All Website content, including text, images, logos, and branding, is the property of the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival and may not be copied, reproduced, or distributed without permission.
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Any third-party content featured on this Website is the property of its respective owners.
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6. Privacy Policy
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This Website may collect limited personal data (e.g., ticket purchases, inquiries, and sponsorship requests).
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We do not sell or share personal information with third parties except as required to facilitate event operations.
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By using this Website, you agree to the collection and use of data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
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7. Website Modifications & Termination
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We reserve the right to modify or discontinue any part of the Website at any time without notice.
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These Terms of Use may be updated periodically, and continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of any changes.
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8. Governing Law
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of Alabama. Any disputes arising from these terms shall be resolved in the appropriate courts of Baldwin County, Alabama.
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9. Contact Information
For any questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us.