Hot Air Balloons Set For Return to Muskogee

Hot Air Balloons Return to Muskogee August 21–22, 2026

MUSKOGEE, Okla. —  Families from across Oklahoma and surrounding states are invited to experience two days of entertainment, food, music, and unforgettable balloon displays during this exciting community event formally known as Oklahoma Festival of Ballooning.

“The Muskogee Hot Air Balloon Festival is a new chapter for an event that has been a favorite to anyone who has attended in previous years,” said director of Muskogee Tourism and Exposition, Justin O’Neal, “ We are excited for the changes that come with this new chapter which include a bigger emphasis on music, while keeping fan favorites such as balloon glow, free kid zone, and nightly firework displays.”

This year’s event will feature:

• Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides
• Nightly Hot Air Balloon Glow
• Nightly fireworks display
• Free Kid Zone
• Food trucks and local vendors
• Live Music

Nightly General Admission is $20 per vehicle. Premium Parking is available for $30 nightly or $55 for the weekend

The Muskogee Hot Air Balloon Festival is expected to draw visitors from throughout the region and provide a major boost for local tourism and businesses, as well as a slew of fun. Additional event details, schedules, and updates can be found at VisitMuskogee.com

Event Details:

Muskogee Hot Air Balloon Festival

August 21 – 22, 2026

Gates: 5PM, Music Begins at 7PM

Updates, Premium Parking Tickets and Information can be found at VisitMuskogee.com

 

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