Snowmass Celebrates 50 years of the Iconic Snowmass Balloon Festival

A long-standing Rocky Mountain tradition, the three-day event features 40+ festive balloons launching into the air early on Saturday and Sunday morning. The 50th anniversary celebrates Snowmass’ reputation as a hot air balloon destination in the fall and will feature more balloons than ever. This year will be the biggest mountain balloon festival in the state!

For the best hiking and biking trails to view the Balloon Festival, check out this article.

To volunteer for the event, click here.

After you've seen the balloons in all their beauty, stroll the Snowmass Mall or Base Village to enjoy breakfast or brunch.

Ideas: What To Do After The Morning Launches

Elk Camp Gondola, Snowmass Bike Park, and Lost Forest
The Collective Daily Activities + Game Lounge & Selfie Den Free
Ice Age Passport Walk
ACES Naturalist-guided Hikes
Hike to view fall foliage
Grab lunch at one of many dining options around Snowmass

Schedule:

The second day is just as good as the first! Join for the final day of the festival, and then head out into the village to explore the trails and grab something to eat after the balloons go up.