The Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival is a FREE event to attend. Come out and enjoy all of the fun activities available. The Schedule of Events can be found at GulfCoastBalloonFestival.com/schedule.

*** Balloons are ONLY visible at dawn and dusk weather and wind permitting. There will be other activities during the day to keep everyone busy!*** No Refunds for any reason 30 days prior to event***

If the weather does not allow for tethered rides to take place on Friday night, we will honor any pre-purchased ticket holders to come back on Saturday night to make up the tether ride. 

The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce is proud to bring to you the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival in Foley, Alabama presented by Wolf Bay Restaurants. With kids activities, balloon glows, balloon rides, arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, The Park at OWA, (and so much more) - you are guaranteed to have a good time! The event is open on Thursday, May 12, from 5:00 - 9:00pm, Friday, May 13, from 11:00pm - 10:00pm and Saturday, May 14 from 11:00am - 10:00pm.Admission to the event is free. However, we do offer some packages to make your experience more enjoyable.