46th Annual Quechee Balloon Festival
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.

46th Annual Queechee Balloon Festival...
Date and Time
Friday Jun 19, 2026
12:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
Friday | 12pm - 9pm
Saturday | 6am - 9pm
Sunday | 6am - 7pm
Location
Village Green, Quechee, VT 05059
Getting here
Fees/Admission
Plan Your Ascent
From balloon glows to sunrise launches, secure your tickets for the June 19–21, 2026 festival in Quechee, VT. Ticket releases happen in waves—don’t wait.

