If you’re looking for a magical event to attend with your family, the 9th Annual Balloons over Horseshoe Bay Festival is a must-do!  More than 16 hot-air balloons from across America will converge at the Ninth Annual Balloons over Horseshoe Bay Resort on Easter weekend, April 7-9, at the AAA four-diamond Horseshoe Bay Resort.  This year’s festival will feature new activities including Pony Rides, Zoofari Show, Powered Parachutes, Award-winning live music, and so much more!

Read on for the all details, and enter to win a free four pack for the Saturday events here.  

You’ll have lots of options when booking your experience.  Balloons over Horseshoe Bay is split into two days of fun with the following options:

• VIP Package | April 7-9 |  The VIP package includes exclusive special events, including the VIP-only evening session Friday, April 7 from 6-9pm (and transportation to and from the resort to events), Saturday morning session, Saturday evening session, a two-night hotel stay, wine tasting, Sunday Easter Brunch, and more.  Check here for even more of the VIP Package’s amazing details and schedule.  The VIP package has options for adding kids 12 and under when you book, and kids four and under are no additional cost.
• Festival Admission Tickets | Saturday, April 8 | 6:30am – 10am and 5pm-10pm |  These events are open to everyone!  Admission is $30, parking is $20, and two kids ages 12 and under get in FREE per ticketed adult.

Saturday Morning Session
Saturday, April 8 | 6am-10am | Open to both VIP and ticketed guests: 
6:30am | Gates Open At Horseshoe Bay Ranch, Highway 71
6:30am | Light Breakfast Available For Purchase
7:00am | Balloon Ascensions Begin At Daylight (Weather Permitting)
8:20am | Wild Zoo Safari Animal Show
8:45am | Disc Dog Show
9:30am | Helicopter Easter Egg Drop For The Kids Courtesy Of D-Tour Aviation

*No Other Activities At The Festival From 10am To 5pm*

Saturday Evening Events
April 8 | 5pm – 10pm | Open to both VIP and ticketed guests:

• 5:00pm | Gates Open At The Ranch, Highway 71 Entrance
• 5:00pm | Vendor Fair, Games, And Activities Begin: Rock Climbing Wall, Bungee Trampoline And Inflatables For Kids
• 5:00pm | Food Concessions, Food Trucks, And Bars Open
• 5:00pm | Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Bungee Rides, Rock Climbing Wall
• 5:00pm | Face Painters And Balloon Artists Begin
• 5:15pm | Wild Zoo Safari Animal Show
• 5:15pm | Powered Parachutes Demonstration
• 5:30pm | Disc Dog Show
• 5:45pm | Wild Zoo Safari Animal Show
• 6:30pm | Opening Ceremonies And Skydivers
• 6:45pm | Main Stage Live Music By Holly Tucker
• 7:00pm | Disc Dog Show
• 8:00pm | 2023 Balloon Glow Finale
• 8:30pm | Main Stage Live Music By Grady Spencer & The Work
• 10pm | Conclusion

— More Information:
Please note: all events are weather (and wind) permitting. Blankets and fold-up chairs are encouraged. And of course, bring your camera!  For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit the balloonsoverhsbresort.com.

Please note that the hot air balloon events take place at the Horseshoe Bay Resort Ranch, located 45 minutes west of Austin on Highway 71 West (not at the resort itself).  Parking is located directly at the festival site for $20 per car, which can be purchased online with general admission tickets.