When: June 20, 21, 22, 2025
Where: Centennial Park, 630 Eighth Street
Time: Morning lift offs each day around 6 am, Saturday night Balloon Bash from 5 to 9 pm
Parking: Walk, bike, carpool, and park on neighborhood side streets.
Cost: FREE to watch and attend, food and market vendors onsite with items to purchase.
Celebrate 14 years of Frederick In Flight with us on June 20, 21, & 22 with hot air balloon lifts each morning, a party on Saturday night, and fun for the whole family! The balloons lift around 6 am, weather permitting.
Party with us on Saturday evening in Centennial Park featuring live music, food trucks, a beer garden, activities for kids, and hot air balloons candle sticking and glowing (weather permitting).
Hot Air Balloon Flight Giveaway
We’re excited to welcome COUNTRY Financial as the Presenting Sponsor of this year’s Frederick In Flight Hot Air Balloon Festival! Their commitment to their clients and excellent customer service allows you to experience more with COUNTRY Financial. This makes them a perfect partner for this favorite community tradition.
To celebrate this partnership, COUNTRY Financial is sponsoring five hot air balloon flights (2 people per flight) during the event weekend.
Complete the COUNTRY Financial Hot Air Balloon Flight Giveaway From to enter.
Entry Submission Deadline: Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 11:59 pm
Must be 18+ and available during event weekend
Help us thank COUNTRY Financial for supporting local events that bring our community together!
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NO Drones!
During the entirety of Frederick In Flight from Friday, June 20 through Sunday, June 22, we ask that no drones be operated in or fly above Centennial Park. Drones pose a safety concern to hot air balloons, hot air balloon pilots, and passengers. The Town certified drone pilots are the ONLY approved drones for this event.
Powered Paramotorists
From Friday, June 20 through Sunday, June 22, Frederick In Flight will be held at Centennial Park under a special event permit. During this period, the Town of Frederick has the authority to approve or deny any use of the park. Please note that skydivers and hot air balloons associated with the event will have priority. Ensure you are aware of all Notice to Airmen. Our goal is to ensure a safe and enjoyable event for everyone!
Hot Air Balloon Pilots Wanted
Frederick seeks experienced and licensed hot air balloon pilots to participate in our breathtaking annual event, Frederick in Flight. Mark your calendars for June 20, 21, and 22 (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday), and prepare for a weekend filled with awe-inspiring sunrise balloon launches, live music, and food trucks.
Our annual hot air balloon festival is a chance to soar above the rest, showcasing your skills and making memorable experiences for visitors and sponsored balloon rides. Be the highlight of someone's summer, offering views only you can deliver.
Seeking 30 new pilots for this year's event! When you join our team, you are family and enjoy many perks! Take advantage of this opportunity to be a part of this community celebration. For more details and to join our fleet pilots, email Jessica today with your interest and questions!
