Annual Kalamazoo Balloon Fest
Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 10:00am
Kalamazoo Balloon Fest
Gull Meadow Farms
8544 Gull Road, Richland, MI 49083
11th Annual Kalamazoo Balloon Fest
Gull Meadow Farms is delighted to host an excellent suite of food trucks through the entirety of the Kalamazoo Balloon Fest. Available starting at 5PM on Friday and Sunday.Gull Meadow Farms is delighted to host an excellent suite of food trucks through the entirety of the Kalamazoo Balloon Fest.
Schedule:
Early Morning - Balloons fly in to Gull Meadow Farms (weather dependent) Balloons will take off just after sunrise. They will fly over the farm approximately 15-30 minutes after launching. Updates will be posted on social media
10:00am - Gull Meadow Farms market and activities open ($11.99 per person, children under 36" are free)
10:00am-2:00pm - Car show
Parking Fee $10 (exact cash preferred to help keep the line moving but we do accept credit card)
4:30pm-Pilot and Crew Meet and Greet on the Balloon Field
5:00pm-Food trucks open
6:30pm (approx.) - Hot air balloon launch from Gull Meadow Farms (weather dependent)
8:30pm (approx.) - Balloon Glow begins (weather dependent), family activities close for the evening Glow will last for approximately 30 minutes once balloons are inflated If you plan to watch the glow, plan to arrive before 8:30pm so you don't miss it!