STATESVILLE, N.C. — The 49th annual Carolina BalloonFest will bring dozens of hot air balloons and thousands of spectators to Statesville from Oct. 18-20.
The three-day event will include two stages of entertainment, a play zone for kids, an artisan market, food, and North Carolina wines and craft beers.
Tethered balloon rides will also be available, weather permitting.
The popular evening balloon glow flights will light up the night on Friday and Saturday.
Know before you go
Festival hours are from 3 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, and 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.
Adult admission costs $20 on Friday, $30 on Saturday, and $25 on Sunday. Admission for children ages 7-12 costs $10. Children ages 6 and younger are admitted free.
Weekend passes cost $60 for adults and $35 for children 7-12.
Festival admission does not include hot air balloon rides, which must be purchased directly from a participating ride pilot. Click here for more information on the balloon rides.
General parking costs $15. VIP parking costs $25. Only pre-paid parking is allowed at the festival grounds.
Free parking and shuttle service is also available. Click here for more parking information.
The festival site is near the Statesville Regional Airport at 260 Hangar Drive.
For more information on the event or to purchase tickets, go to carolinaballoonfest.com.
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