SEPTEMBER 19-21, 2025

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 loads of other great perks!​

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!

Each balloon requires several volunteers, and there are also many other areas for you to help.

Sign up to be a volunteer here:

Will Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides Be Available This Year?

Yes! We're excited to bring you tethered balloon rides this year! Each person riding will be $20, and tickets will go on sales September 1, 2025.

All tickets must be purchased before the event, and you must sign your waiver and pick up your wristband at the Chamber Office before your ride.

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?

Dazzling hot air balloons are set up at Cottonwood High School and put on an epic light show. Visitors can walk right up to the balloons and talk to the pilots.

Nightglows are an amazing sight!

How many hot air balloons

are flying?

There will be so many balloons to see at the Second Annual Utah Hot Air Balloon Palooza!

We will have 10-12 balloons flown by your favorite local pilots flying, and a few coming in to participate in the magic from outside of Utah!

How do I become a Palooza Market Vendor?


Join our market!​ Last year we had over 6,000 people attend Utah Hot Air Balloon Palooza, 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.

Contact Us

  • Cottonwood High School, 5715 S 1300 E, Murray, UT 84121

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