9 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2026
Great Reno Balloon Race 2026
Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, Reno, NV, United States
Approximately 90 balloons. This year it will be 4 competition days with one practice day. Approximately half of the balloons will be fiesta balloons and the other half competition balloons.
10 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2026
2. Międzynarodowy Świętokrzyski Festiwal Balonów - BaLOnoVE Świętokrzyskie
Ponidzie / near Kielce, Poland
We are honored to invite you and the crew to the Balloon Festival and the Polish Balloon Cup which will take place at Ponidzie / near Kielce /, Poland on time : BALLOON FESTIVAL: 11-13.09.2026; POLISH BALLOON CUP 10-13.09.2026
11 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2026
Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival 2026
Conner Prairie, Fishers IN, United States
The largest balloon event in Indiana drawing pilots from across the country. With great show up money, meals, BFA HACD competition, and more, there remains a waiting list to participate.
Veľká Lomnica, Slovakia
17 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
48th Annual Creston / Southwest Iowa Hot Air Balloon Days
Creston, Iowa, United States
The 48th Annual Creston/Southwest Iowa Hot Air Balloon Days in will be held Thursday evening through Sunday morning September 17-20. We invite you to participate in this years fun-packed extended weekend event!
19 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 2026
26th FAI World Hot Air Balloon Championship 2026
Krosno, Poland
Registration Competitor registration will open on 17 September 2026 at 16:00 (4:00 PM). Pilots nominated by their National Airsport Authorities (NACs) have been included in the 1st Round of Invitations. Completion of registration in WatchmeFly by nominated pilots is mandatory. The registration deadline for the 1st round is 10 March 2026 (24:00 local time). Failure to complete registration by this deadline may result in the loss of the allocated entry, in accordance with FAI Sporting Code Section 1. Registration is possible exclusively via WatchmeFly. Competitor registration in Krosno will open on 17 September 2026 at 16:00 (4:00 PM). Ceremonies & Briefings Opening Ceremony: 19 September 2026 General Briefing: 19 September 2026 - 14:00 (2:00 PM) Competition Flights: 20–24 September 2026 First competition flight: 20 September, approx. 06:00 (6:00 AM) Last competition flight: 24 September, approx. 18:00 (6:00 PM) All flight times are indicative only. Exact launch times and competition details will be announced daily during official briefings by the Sports Director and are subject to weather and operational conditions. Closing & Prize Giving Ceremony: 25 September 2026 Further detailed information and the full event schedule will be published here at a later stage.
3 Oct 2026 - 11 Oct 2026
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2026
Albuquerque, NM, United States
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is the worlds largest hot air balloon event, bringing together hundreds of balloons and pilots from around the globe each October in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Known for its breathtaking Mass Ascensions, Special Shape Rodeos, Balloon Glows, and unique flying conditions, Balloon Fiesta celebrates the spirit of aviation while inspiring pilots, crew, and spectators alike. It is a world-class event that showcases the beauty, adventure, and camaraderie of hot air ballooning.
5 Oct 2026 - 10 Oct 2026
1st Armenian National Open Ballooning Championship 2026
Aparan and Garni region, Armenia
From October 5 to 9, 2026, Armenia will host its first-ever National Open Ballooning Championship, bringing together some of the worlds finest pilots and their teams from across the globe. Organized by the Armenian Ballooning Sports Federation, this unique championship will welcome participants from more than 10 countries, competing in a variety of ballooning tasks that showcase skill, precision, strategy, and professionalism.
Ichinoseki-city, Iwate, Japan
10 Oct 2026 - 11 Oct 2026
Trainingsdag en Challenge Witteveen
Witteveen, The Netherlands
Wil je kennismaken met wedstrijdvaren, je vaardigheden verder ontwikkelen of gewoon een gezellig en leerzaam ballonweekend beleven? Dan nodigen we je van harte uit voor de Trainingsdag & Challenge Witteveen 2026! Dit weekend is speciaal opgezet om nieuwe en beginnende wedstrijdpiloten op weg te helpen. Deze dag is ook bedoelt voor crewleden en officials. Je krijgt de kans om in een ontspannen sfeer te trainen, ervaring op te doen en samen met andere piloten, crewleden en officials deel te nemen aan een echte wedstrijd. --- Do you want to get introduced to competitive ballooning, further develop your skills, or simply enjoy a fun and educational ballooning weekend? Then we warmly invite you to the Witteveen 2026 Training Day & Challenge! This weekend is specifically designed to help new and novice competition pilots get started. The event is also intended for crew members and officials. You will have the opportunity to train and gain experience in a relaxed atmosphere, and to participate in a real competition alongside other pilots, crew members, and officials.
16 Oct 2026 - 18 Oct 2026
Aeronautica Militare Balloon Cup 3rd Edition
Piacenza, Italy
The event is organized by Difesa Servizi spa (a society created to organize event to promote history and traditions of national army, navy and air force) with the partnership of Italian Air Force together with Aeroclub dItalia, Aeroclub di Lugo di Romagna and Aeronord Aerostati, as techinical partners and organizers of all the balloon and competition part.
16 Oct 2026 - 18 Oct 2026
E.P.I.C. Studios Carolina BalloonFest
Statesville, North Carolina, United States
E.P.I.C. Studios Carolina BalloonFest is the second oldest hot air balloon festival in the country. Held annually on the third weekend in October, the festival features breathtaking balloon competitions, mass ascensions, and evening glows.
Cappadocia, Turkey
19 Mar 2027 - 21 Mar 2027
7. Międzynarodowy Małopolski Festiwal Balonów - Odlotowa Małopolska
Nowy Trag i okolice, Poland
7. Międzynarodowy Małopolski Festiwal Balonów "Odlotowa Małopolska" / 7th International Balloon Festival "Odlotowa Małopolska"
11 Oct 2027 - 17 Oct 2027
24th FAI European Hot Air Balloon Championship Mallorca 2027 by Schauinsland
Manacor, Spain
90 competitors + medalists from the previous European Championships. Combined with 24 party balloons, making a total of 120 balloons. Opening on October 11, 2027, and closing on October 17, 2027.