2025 EVENT DATES
SEPTEMBER 19 - SEPTEMBER 21
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I take a
hot air balloon ride?
Festival sponsors are given VIP rides, dinner tickets with a pilot meet-and-greet, and tons of other great perks!
Become a sponsor and reserve your ride today:
How do I Volunteer?
Bring your family and friends to be up close to the balloons. It takes lots of hands to run this kind of event, so we need your help! This is the perfect opportunity for individuals, groups of friends, families, community and church groups, and more!
Each balloon requires several volunteers, and there are also many other areas for you to help.
Sign up to be a volunteer here:
Are Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides Available?
Yes! We're excited to bring you tethered balloon rides again this year! Each ride lasts up to 10-15 minutes and holds up to two people per basket. Each person needs their own ticket, and these will go on sale September 1, 2025 and cost $20 each. This adventure is for riders aged 3 and up.
All tickets must be purchased prior to the event and picked up at the Murray Area Chamber Office.
Where do the
balloons launch?
The Hot Air Balloons launch at Cottonwood High School from 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM.
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and cameras for an unforgettable morning!
What's a Nightglow?
A night glow shows off inflated hot air balloons after dark! They do not take off, but are tethered and stand glowing as giant lanterns, creating a dramatic and colorful display against the night sky.
Visitors can walk right up to the balloons, talk to the pilots, and take amazing pictures. This is a highlight of the Utah Hot Air Balloon Palooza.
How many hot air balloons
are flying?
There will be so many balloons to see at the Second Annual Utah Hot Air Balloon Palooza. Some returning favorites from last year, and some exciting new pilots and balloons!
We have 10 balloons coming to the Palooza - fan favorite local pilots and even some coming from outside of Utah to be part of the Magic over Murray.
What is the Utah Hot Air Balloon Palooza Market and Food Truck Alley?
You will definitely want to check out our market! Find treasures from businesses with booths in and around Murray, and partake in delicious food and drinks from a variety of food trucks.
Interested in being a vendor at the Palooza? Last year we had over 6,000 people attend Utah Hot Air Balloon Palooza over the span of the weekend, and our vendors had a lot of foot traffic. This is a great way to spotlight your business and sell your products right here in Murray.
Sign up to be a market vendor here:
Can I fly my drone?
No. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, this is a restricted air space.
Are dogs allowed?
As much as we love our dogs, please leave them home for this event for the safety of your animals and the people around you.
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Hot Air Balloon Palooza
Coming September 2024
to the Salt Lake Valley
Friday: 6 am Launch
Saturday 6 am Launch
Saturday 5pm Glow Party
Sunday 6 am Launch
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