Returning again for a second year is the Oklahoma Festival of Ballooning in Muskogee. This magical event takes place over two days and the best part is, you can bring the RV and camp out. Imagine waking up to the sight of gigantic, colorful balloons right above you and enjoying a front-row seat to one of the best balloon festivals in the state.

The Oklahoma Festival of Ballooning takes place August 16-17 at Hatbox Field in Muskogee. It's back for its 2nd year in a row and thousands of people will flock once again to experience this magical event.
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This two-day event features tethered balloon rides, helicopter rides, balloon glow, kids zone, live music, and fireworks.
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But one of the coolest things about this balloon event is you can bring the camper and stay overnight for only $25 per night.
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The RV campsite is located on the historic Hatbox Field, so you're right where all the action is. The campsite is located on the east runway on an asphalt surface, with more than 150 defined RV slips with water and electric hook-ups.
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Another event you don't want to miss at the festival is the Balloon Glow that lights up the night sky.
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All the hot air balloons have different designs... some of which are quite amusing.
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Gates open nightly at 5 p.m. with on-site parking for $10 per vehicle for evening entrance (Saturday morning-no entrance fee). Please visit the link below for RV camping reservations.
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Address: 4000 Border Avenue, Muskogee, OK 74401

Please visit www.visitmuskogee.com or see the list below for the full schedule of events:

Friday, August 16, 2019: Gates open to the public at 5 p.m., featuring tethered balloon ride, helicopter rides, kid’s zone, and food and beverage stands.

6 p.m.: Balloon Launch
6:45 p.m.: National Anthem & Flag Jump
7:15 p.m.: Olivia Ooms on the FistStar Bank Stage
7:30 p.m.: John Fullbright
8 p.m.: Balloon Glow
9 p.m.: Fireworks

Saturday, August 17, 2019
7 a.m.: Oklahoma State Championship Balloon Competition

7:30 a.m.: Up UP & Away 5K Run

Saturday, August 17, 2019 Evening Session: Gates open to the public at 5 p.m., featuring tethered balloon ride, helicopter rides, kid’s zone, and food and beverage stands.

6 p.m.: Balloon Launch
6:45 p.m.: National Anthem & Flag Jump
7:15 p.m.:Olivia Ooms on the FistStar Bank Stage
7:30 p.m.: The Swon Brothers
8 p.m.: Balloon Glow
9 p.m.: Fireworks

Another fun attraction in Muskogee is the Butterfly Pavilion at at Honor Heights Park. It’s the only Butterfly House in Oklahoma and you’ll want to check it out while it’s still open for the season. Read all about it here.

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