46th Annual Quechee Balloon Festival
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Welcome to the home of the Quechee Balloon Festival, New England’s most colorful Father’s Day tradition for more than 45 years. Held annually in Quechee, VT, the festival returns June 19–21, 2026, featuring hot air balloon launches at 6:00AM and 6:00PM (weather permitting), live music, family-friendly shows, food vendors, and unforgettable views under beautiful blue Vermont skies. While you’re here, explore our gallery of historic posters, photos, and stories celebrating decades of ballooning magic in Quechee.
"...there is no better view of the beautiful Vermont countryside. "
—Yankee Mag
Ticket Info
Tickets are on sale now. We offer two types of tickets for the Quechee Balloon Festival:
Weekend Passes provide full festival access all weekend long. They can be purchased online or at the festival gates, with discounted pricing available for advance online purchases.
Adventure Ride Tickets are limited and tend to sell out quickly. To keep things fair, they’re released in waves, giving everyone multiple chances to book a ride.
We’re proud to offer passes to local youth in foster care and participating schools. Children under 12 are eligible for discounted admission.
Why Don't You Sell Day Passes?
We don’t offer single-day tickets because it wouldn’t be fair to you—or to us. The festival grounds are open rain or shine, but balloon launches depend on safe, fair weather conditions. A weekend pass gives you the flexibility to attend on multiple days, increasing your chances of seeing balloons take flight while keeping ticket prices accessible.
Our ticket prices haven’t changed in years and remain more affordable than many regional attractions, including the Tunbridge Fair. Weekend passes help us keep the gates open, support our pilots and performers, and continue this long-running Quechee tradition.
Festival Rules
No Pets Allowed
Certified service animals are permitted.
No Outside Alcohol
Alcohol can be purchased and consumed in the beer/wine tent.
No Drones
Drones are not permitted at the festival.