Day 1 Recap
Balloon Festival Overview
The Lancaster Balloon Festival is a one-of-a-kind event in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Hosted in the village of Bird-in-Hand, PA the festival features the mass launch of dozens of big, beautiful balloons, family entertainment, fireworks, delicious food, and Amish goods!
There are two great ways to experience the festival!
You can book to fly during one of the amazing mass balloon accession or enjoy the spectacle from the ground!
Festival Dates & Location:
Festival Dates:
Friday, Sept. 16, 2022 — 3 pm to 9 pm
Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022 — 12 pm to 10 pm
Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022 — 12 pm to 7 pm
View the Detailed Schedule of Events
Festival Address (directions)
2727 Old Philadelphia Pike
Bird in Hand, PA 17505
How much do general admission passes cost?
Daily Passes – $7.50-$25 (buy here)
Balloon Ascensions:
Friday: 5:30 pm
Saturday: 7:00 am and 5:30 pm
Sunday: 7:00 am and 5:30 pm
*ascensions are wind and weather permitting
Want to fly in a balloon?
Pre-purchased flight tickets required – Book A Balloon Flight Ticket
Do you have to fly to enjoy the balloon ascensions?
No! Spectating from the ground is just as magical.
How much does a flight ticket cost?
Flight Tickets – $400/person (buy here)
Free On-site Parking in the field next to the festival – Limited Availability
Have questions? See our FAQs section >
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Festival Highlights

Mass Ascension Balloon & Balloon Flights
Come to Fly or Just to Watch!
Friday, Saturday, Sunday AM & PM Flights*
Join us from the air OR the ground!
Enjoy this amazing spectacle as dozens of colorful balloons take flight together at sunrise & sunset. *Balloon flights and ascensions weather permitting.
Want to fly in one of the Balloons?
$400/person | Flight Time: 30-60 min

Mass Hot Air Balloon Glow
Friday & Saturday Night starting at 8pm
Free w/ General Admission
Watch a spectacular show of balloons igniting their to illuminate the evening sky with dazzling colors!
Take in the balloons as we acknowledge each attending pilot during our Balloon Pilot Round up.
General Admission Required
Have questions? See our FAQs section >

Tethered Rides
Friday Through Sunday
3-5min flight | Purchase at Festival
Purchase tickets on-site for a short, gentle float up to about 40 feet for one of the best views in Lancaster County

Hare & Hound Race
Friday, Saturday, Sunday AM
The First balloon in flight will drop a marker right before landing. The following balloons will “race” to be the closest to land near the marker!

Saturday Night Fireworks (after Glow)
Saturday Night at 9pm
Free w/ General Admission
After the Saturday night balloon glow, we’ll really light up the night sky with a professional fireworks display. General admission required.

Niels Duinker,
Comedy Juggler
Friday thru Sunday
World-class juggling, high-energy comedy, and enough charisma to charm any audience to their feet.

Live Music
Friday through Sunday
Featuring local artists — Garret Shultz, Tyler Short, Bobby Law, and the Trey Alexander Band.

Bounce Houses, Corn Maze, Hay Rides & Balloon Walk
Friday Through Sunday
All of our exciting children activities are included with the price of your general admission passes.

Reptiles, Music, and Family Entertainment
Friday through Sunday
Free w/ General Admission
Featuring: Silly Joe Signs Kids Show & Forgotten Friends Reptile Sanctuary

PA Dutch Food & Food Truck Festival
Friday thru Sunday
Featuring home-style food from Bird-in-Hand Restaurant and local food trucks.
From The Air | From the Ground

Fly on a Balloon
Book a ticket for a ride on one of the festival balloons and lift off with the dozens of balloons that will dot the Lancaster County horizon. Morning and evening flights are available Friday-Sunday.

Fun on the Ground
Not flying in a balloon? No problem! With a general admission pass, you can watch the majestic scene of mass balloon launch and balloon glows while enjoying lots of food and entertainment.
Have questions? See our FAQs section >
Frequently Asked Questions
Balloon Festival Overview
The Lancaster Balloon Festival is a one-of-a-kind event in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Hosted in the village of Bird-in-Hand, PA the festival features the mass launch of dozens of big, beautiful balloons, family entertainment, fireworks, delicious food, Amish goods, and even buggy rides! This is a family-friendly event, suitable for all ages with good food and music in the heart of Lancaster Amish Country.
There are two great ways to experience the festival!
You can book to fly during one of the amazing mass balloon accession or enjoy the spectacle from the ground!
Festival Dates & Location:
Festival Dates:
Friday, Sept. 16, 2022 — 3 pm to 9 pm
Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022 — 12 pm to 10 pm
Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022 — 12 pm to 7 pm
View the Detailed Schedule of Events
Festival Address (directions)
2727 Old Philadelphia Pike
Bird in Hand, PA 17505
How much do general admission passes cost?
Daily Passes – $7.50-$25 (buy here)
Balloon Ascensions:
Friday: 5:30 pm
Saturday: 7:00 am and 5:30 pm
Sunday: 7:00 am and 5:30 pm
*ascensions are wind and weather permitting
Want to fly in a balloon?
Pre-purchased flight tickets required – Book A Balloon Flight Ticket
Do you have to fly to enjoy the balloon ascensions? No! Spectating from the ground is just as magical.
How much does a flight ticket cost?
Flight Tickets – $400/person (buy here)
Free On-site Parking in the field next to the festival – Limited Availability
(Additional parking nearby – see map below)
Have questions? See our FAQs section >