Colorado River Crossing Hot Air Balloon Festival

Tethered Rides

• Tethered rides are $25 per person. Age and weight limitations may apply per pilot discretion. No Pre-Sale and/or Reservations available. All tether rides are first come first serve.
• Tethered rides usually go up 50-75 feet and last about 15-20 minutes.

Dogs and/or Pets

• West Wetlands Park / Morning Launches – Pets are allowed if they remain on a leash, please pick up after your pets should any mess occur as well.

• West Wetlands Park / Morning Launches – Suggested canned food or non-perishable food item.
• Desert Sun Stadium / Saturday PM Glow – $3 Per Person PLUS canned food and/or non-perishable food item required. Ages 5 and under FREE.
• Food and drink available for purchase at various vendors.

Hours of Operation

• West Wetlands Park / Morning Launches – Park opens at 6:00 am, Balloons lift off by Sunrise or approximately around 7:00 am.
• Desert Sun Stadium / Saturday PM Glow – Gates open at 3:00 pm, Balloons start to inflate by 5:30 pm. Fireworks begin at approximately 7:00 pm.

What to Bring

• Blankets and Lawn Chairs are allowed on premises at all locations.
• Desert Sun Stadium / Saturday PM Glow – NO alcoholic beverages, outside food and/or drinks permitted. NO coolers, bicycles, skateboards, or weapons permitted.