Posted in New York August 16, 2021 by

Hot Air Balloons Will Be Soaring At New York’s 30th Annual Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival

There’s something truly magical about seeing a hot air balloon in person. The giant size of the balloons, the bright colors, the idea of floating away from your troubles…it all combines into a carefree feeling of sheer joy. You can see hot air balloons in New York at the Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival. The 30th edition of this beloved festival will take place on September 3-5, 2021 at Tymor Park in Langrangeville.

There are 75 planned balloon launches throughout the weekend (weather permitting).
Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival
Morning launches take off around 6:30 a.m. and evening launches are at 5:30 p.m.
Seeing these colorful and majestic balloons is a truly unique experience. The festival has a picnic area so you can chow down while watching the balloons soar through the Hudson Valley skies.
Julian Colton/Flickr
Tickets are $14 in the evenings and just $7 in the mornings. This is a great family activity.
Julian Colton/Flickr
Please note that tickets must be purchased online in advance! You cannot buy tickets at the gate.
For an additional fee, you can even take a hot air balloon ride!
HeartLover1717/Flickr
Full flights are $275 per person and you'll actually get to free-float through the air. For those who find that a little intimidating, tethered rides are also available for $25 per person. You'll be attached to the ground via a rope and only up 50-100 feet.
With many food vendors on site and tons of family activities and live music, there's a lot to see and do here. Even if you prefer to keep your feet on the ground, you're sure to have a great time!
Carol/Flickr
Balloons float with the wind, so they can't easily be steered or float in a circle. Pilots have to keep an eye beneath them to make sure there are appropriate landing sites nearby.
Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival

For more information about the 2021 Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival or to purchase a ticket, check out their website. Remember that tickets must be purchased in advance online!

Address: Tymor Park Road, Tymor Park Rd, Union Vale, NY 12540, USA