Date/Time
Date(s) - 06/05/2026
3:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location
Vermilion Regional Airport
Categories
Balloons Over Vermilion will be held June 5-6, 2026
Balloon School
What You’ll Learn (and Love):
🎈 How balloons fly and the science behind it
🎈 A hands-on peek inside the balloon and basket
🎈 What it takes to be a pilot (future dream unlocked!)
🎈 The art of navigating weather and the skies
🎈 Behind-the-scenes crew dynamics and safety must-knows
Balloon School is packed with interactive stations and exciting stories shared by seasoned pros. Whether you’re a future pilot or just love the view from the ground, this is your chance to step into the tradition and experience the magic that’s been captivating crowds for years.
New this year: Chicago Kite is bringing in large-scale, high-flying kite displays that turn heads the second you see them! They will be there from 3 – 6 p.m. both days.
Kid Zone Hours 3-10pm
A haven for young adventurers, featuring interactive activities, games, inflatables, and educational fun to spark imaginations.
FREE WITH ADMISSION
Touch A Truck
Soccer Hosted by Danville Area Soccer Association
Halloran Family Discovery Zone (Arts & Science Experience)
Tour Historic Buildings
Lawn Games
Joyful Bubbles
Kite Show (3PM – 6PM Daily)
Children’s Crafts
INDIVIDUAL TICKETS / WRISTBANDS
Inflatables
Zipline
Air Jump
Rock Wall
Provided by 25/8 Xtreme
Friday, June 5th
3 p.m. – Gate Open
3 p.m. – 5 p.m. – BAND In Bloom
3 p.m. – 7 p.m. – Tour Historical Buildings at Kennekuk
3 p.m. – 6 p.m. – Kite Display
3 p.m. – 10 p.m. – Kids Zone
3 p.m. – 10 p.m. – Beer Tent
3 p.m. – 10 p.m. – Food Truck Frenzy
4 p.m. – 9 p.m. – Balloon Photo Booth
5 p.m. – 10 p.m. – Sponsor/Hospitality Hours
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – BAND Tom Grassman Band
5:45 p.m. – Salute to America and National Anthem
6 p.m. – Parade of Pilots
6:30 p.m. – Balloon Launch
7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. – Tethered Balloon Rides
8 p.m. – 10 p.m. – BAND Big Guns
8:15 p.m. – 9:15 p.m. – Balloon Glow
9:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. – Drone Show
10 p.m. – Gates Close
Saturday, June 6th
6:30 a.m. – Community Flight
6:30 a.m. – Up and Away 5K Registration Opens
7:30 a.m. – Up and Away 5K Race
9 a.m. – Yoga on the Go with Merritt Spicer
3:00 p.m. – Gates Open
3 p.m. – 7 p.m. – Tour Historical Buildings at Kennekuk
3 p.m. – 6 p.m. – Kite Display
3 p.m. – 10 p.m. – Kids Zone
3 p.m. – 10 p.m. – Beer Tent
3 p.m. – 10 p.m. – Food Truck Frenzy
3 p.m. – 5 p.m. – BAND Captain Rat & The Blind Rivets
4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. – Balloon School
4 p.m. – 9 p.m. – Balloon Photo Booth
5 p.m. – 10 p.m. – Sponsor/Hospitality Hours
6:30 p.m. – Balloon Launch
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – BAND New Souls
7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. – Tethered Balloon Rides
8 p.m. – 10 p.m. – BAND The Royal Hounds
8:15 p.m. – 9:15 p.m. – Balloon Glow
9:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. – Drone Show
10 p.m. – Gates Close
ADMISSION
$10 per person
12 and under FREE with each paid adult
For safety, no pets allowed at the festival!
PARKING
Parking at the event is free
ATM
Cash Only – ATM Machine on the grounds once inside gates
For more details check out their website.
Please remember that events may be canceled or rescheduled last minute due to unpredictable weather or other factors. We encourage you to reach out to event organizers before heading out to an event to verify it is still happening.
