Come out and enjoy the Up Up And Away Florida Hot Air Balloon Festival!

One Day passes are $15 per day. Weekend passes are $20 and only available online until February 25th, 2020. Children under age 12 are free admission.

Watch the Lakeland skyline transform into a mix of bright, brilliant colors as hot air balloons launch from the Sun n’ Fun Expo Campus.

Embark on a scenic balloon ride in one of many balloons on site during the Up Up And Away Florida Hot Air Balloon Festival.

Between great live music , vibrant colorful balloon glows, mass ascension of balloons morning and evenings, tethered balloon rides, great food and beverage options, arts and craft vendors, helicopter rides**, kids zone*, aerialist performances, guests are sure to have a blast at this community hot air balloon event.

*Parking Passes may be purchased alongside general admission online starting 1/1/20. Kid’s Zone will be CASH ONLY and can be purchased at the event. Please come prepared with cash!* **Helicopter rides hosted by Tampa Bay Aviation will be $39 on site, cash or credit**

ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED. THIS EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE.

Schedule of Events

Friday, February 28th, 2020

** Please note that the schedule is subject to change at any time **

PARKING LOTS DO NOT OPEN UNTIL 1:30 PM

Festival Grounds Open from 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM

2:00 PM-9:00 PM Food & Merchandise Vendors are open for business, Kids Zone, Archery Tag, Live Music, Helicopter Rides available for purchase, Mimosa and Beer Garden and Tethered Balloon Rides available for purchase.

2:00 pm Shania the Aerialist will be performing throughout the day.

2:30 PM: LIVE MUSIC: Audio Exchange