Experience the Magic of the Sonoma County Hot Air Balloon Classic

/ Sonoma County Fairgrounds /

Join us July 18th & 19th 2026!

Join us for this year’s Hot Air Balloon Classic, set against the stunning backdrop of Sonoma County’s wine country at the iconic Sonoma County Fairgrounds. This beloved two-day festival invites you to witness a dazzling display of color and creativity as standard and character-shaped balloons inflate and take to the skies in a breathtaking launch.

Saturday

4:00 AM - Gates Open

5:00 AM - Hot Air Balloon Glow Show

~6:30 AM - Main Launch (Approx. 20 balloons participate)

6:00 AM - ~10:30 AM* - Tethered hot air balloon rides

4:00 AM - ~10:30 AM* - Food trucks, funzone, photo balloon, cold inflate

Sunday

4:00 AM - Gates Open

5:00 AM - Hot Air Balloon Glow Show

~6:30 AM - Main Launch (Approx. 20 balloons participate)

6:00 AM - ~10:30 AM* - Tethered hot air balloon rides

4:00 AM - ~10:30 AM* - Food trucks, funzone, photo balloon, cold inflate

*Note: Tethered balloon rides require a separate ticket.

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