The iconic Snowmass Balloon Festival returns to Snowmass Village for its 49th year. This year, spectators are encouraged to drive in, hike up, bike around or walk right up to take in the sights right from where the balloons take flight! After you’ve seen the balloons in all their beauty, stroll the Snowmass Mall or Base Village to enjoy breakfast or brunch.

The balloons will launch into the air from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday, and the popular Night Glow will return on Friday evening. Balloons will still launch for the Memorial Rat Race on Friday morning, but the Balloon Festival grounds will be closed to the public.