This fantastic hot air balloon fest occurs every year during the third weekend in September.

Here is what to expect for the 2025 Plano Balloon Festival:

Thursday, September 18th

Experience a Balloon Glow at Oak Point Park, where you can see hot air balloons immerse themselves from within. The Plano Symphony Orchestra Family Friendly Concert will also be on the FOX4 Main Stage, followed by a spectacular aerial display.

Friday, September 19th

On Friday, the Plano Balloon Festival opens with a concert on the Fox4 Main Stage, followed by the RE/MAX of Texas Sky Diver Exhibitions. There will also be a Balloon Glow presented by RE/MAX, another concert on the FOX4 Main stage, and a spectacular aerial display.

Saturday, September 20th

The Balloon Launch will occur Saturday morning. Then later in the afternoon, a concert will start on the Fox4 Main stage. There will also be a RE/MAX of Texas Sky Diver Exhibition, a Balloon Glow presented by HEB | Central Market, followed by another concert on the Fox4 Main Stage, and a spectacular aerial display.

Sunday, September 21st

Sunday will include a morning Balloon Launch. The festival will close at 11 a.m., and another exciting festival will be in the books!

Please note that the schedule may vary from year to year and is subject to change due to weather conditions.

Hours

Thursday, September 18: 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday, September 19: 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Saturday, September 20: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Sunday, September 21: 6 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Tickets

The Plano Balloon Festival is cashless for Parking, Admission Tickets, and Kids Fun Zone ride tickets, so make sure you use a credit card, debit card, or Apple Pay.

Ticket prices are as follows:

$10 – Adult Ticket
$ 5 – Kids 3-12 years old
$ 5 – Seniors 65 and older
Free for Kids 36 inches and under
Free for all Military (including retired) with valid ID
Free for First Responders (including Police Officers, Fire Fighters, Nurses, and Doctors) with valid ID
Valid for ID Holder Only. Limit 1 Ticket per ID.

$10 – Off-site Parking and $15 Prime Parking
$20 – All Day Kids Fun Zone Ride Wristband
$2.50-$5 – Per Ride Kids Fun Zone
$20 – Kids Ages 6-12 Tethered Hot Air Balloon Ride
$30 – Tethered Hot Air Balloon Ride ($20 for children ages 6-12)

Tickets will be available for purchase online beginning in July.