Soaring Through the Decades

Make the most of your Carolina BalloonFest experience by staying on-site with RV camping! Located just steps from the festival grounds, our RV camping area offers a convenient and comfortable way to enjoy the full weekend of festivities. Wake up to the sight of balloons launching into the sky and relax in the evenings after a day filled with music, food, and family fun.

Be part of the magic behind the scenes by volunteering at the Carolina BalloonFest! Our incredible volunteers help bring the festival to life—assisting with everything from guest services and admissions to balloon operations and kids’ activities. It’s a fun and rewarding way to support a beloved community event while earning service hours, making new connections, and getting a unique, behind-the-scenes look at the festival.

Carolina BalloonFest, hosted by National Balloon Rally Charities, Inc. (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit), 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.