Posted in Colorado Attractions May 09, 2022 by

This Old-School Colorado Town Fair And Hot Air Balloon Launch Is A Great Way To Kick Off Summer

Can you believe that summer is right around the corner? We cannot, so we have already started looking for ways to celebrate everyone’s favorite season! Are you ready? Then make plans to attend this small-town Colorado fair and festival that is the epitome of summer:

Welcome to the annual Erie Balloon Launch and Town Fair!
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Taking place Saturday, May 21st, and Sunday, May 22nd, 2022, the Erie Balloon Launch and Town Fair is the unofficial Colorado summer kick-off, thanks, in part, to the early-morning balloon launches.
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"The Rocky Mountains are clearly visible in the distance as the sky comes alive with all the colors of the rainbow," teases the Erie Balloon Launch and Town Fair, which begins each morning with its namesake hot air balloon launch from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m.
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While the hot air balloons are reason enough to visit, the Erie Balloon Launch and Town Fair also feature a small-town festival complete with 200+ vendors and food booths.
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In addition to all of the above, the Balloon Launch and Town Fair also boasts a car show, beer garden, live music, arts, crafts, and other surprises.
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As if you needed another reason to visit (and love!) this summertime event, admission and parking are both free.
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To learn more about the highly-anticipated Erie Balloon Launch and Town Fair - including a full schedule of events - please visit the Erie Chamber of Commerce's website.
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The Erie Balloon Launch and Town Fair takes place in historic downtown Erie.
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Address: Erie, CO, USA