Admission Tickets

TICKETS ON SALE - Beginning of 2027!

ADVANCE TICKET PURCHASE REQUIRED.  A 3-day weekend pass ~ unlimited access to the Festival for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday ~ is available for purchase online only. 6 and under are free. Tickets are sold exclusively through the Festival’s official website. We do not sell a single day pass.

What if I forget to buy my entrance ticket and show up at the gate? Don’t stress ~ grab your mobile device (phone) and locate the signage onsite with a QR code/direct link to our ticketing page. Purchase your tickets with debit or credit card. Once you receive the text (optional ~ we suggest you do this!) or email confirmation with a barcode or personal ticket QR code, bring it to the gate where a volunteer will scan and exchange it for a TFOB bracelet. Buy online today and save time at the gate. Parking passes are not sold in advance due to limited availability.

  • Ages 6 and under: Free

  • Ages 7 and up: $7 total when purchased by June 15th (valid all 3 days) ~ $10 after June 15th and at the gate!
    Includes all applicable fees. No added charges at checkout.

Admission proceeds directly support our non-profit event volunteers.

Looking for a Hot Air Balloon Ride?

You don't have to wait until Festival weekend to experience the magic of hot air ballooning. TFOB proudly recommends Portland Rose Balloons, our Official Hot Air Balloon Ride Provider, for unforgettable sunrise flights throughout the year. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, checking an adventure off your bucket list, or simply looking for a unique way to experience Oregon, Portland Rose Balloons offers an incredible experience you'll never forget. All balloon flights are weather and pilot permitting.

What's Included with Festival Admission*?

  • Morning Balloon Launches (weather and pilot permitting)

  • NW Natural Night Glow (weather and pilot permitting)

  • Tethered Balloon Rides (weather and pilot permitting)

  • Main Stage Entertainment presented by Krista Britton Realtor & Movement Mortgage

  • Festival of Cars presented by Landmark Ford

  • Funtastic Carnival Rides & Games*

  • Family Fun Zone

  • Eating Contests

  • Food, Beverage, and Artisan Vendors

  • And Much More!

*Please note: Carnival rides, games, 5K registration, balloon flights, and select activities require separate fees.

Why a 3-Day Weekend Pass?

Hot air ballooning is a weather-dependent sport. Some days may feature launches, some may feature tethered rides, and some may not allow balloon activity at all.

Rather than selling single-day tickets and having guests disappointed by weather conditions on a particular day, TFOB offers one affordable 3-Day Weekend Pass that allows guests the flexibility to enjoy all three days of the Festival and maximize their chances of experiencing balloon activity.

Ticket Redemption

Present the applicable QR code (mobile or printed).

  • 3-Day Weekend Passes and Friday Admission tickets are redeemed at any TFOB Admissions Gate.

  • Unlimited Ride Wristbands are redeemed at the Funtastic Carnival Kiosk located inside the Festival grounds.

Friday Combo Package Holders

Your purchase includes two separate tickets with unique QR codes:

  • Festival Admission Ticket – Redeem at any TFOB Admissions Gate.

  • Unlimited Ride Carnival Ticket – Redeem at the Funtastic Carnival Kiosk located inside the Festival grounds.

Need Tickets While at the Festival?

Forgot to purchase tickets before arriving?

No problem. Scan one of the onsite QR codes posted near the Admissions Gates and purchase your tickets directly from your mobile device.

Once you receive your ticket email, present the QR code at the gate and a volunteer will exchange it for your Festival wristband.

No cash admission sales onsite.

ADMISSION GATE LOCATIONS

The Festival has three admission tents for easy access from multiple entry points:

Main Admission Tent

  • Located at the southwest corner of Tigard High School's athletic field near SW 92nd Avenue and Waverly Street.

  • This entrance primarily serves guests parking at Tigard High School or walking from surrounding neighborhoods along Durham Road.

East Admission Tent

  • Located on the east side of Cook Family Park near the toddler playground and butterfly garden.

  • Accessible via the trail from Tualatin Community Park or from 85th Avenue.

West Admission Tent

  • Located at the west end of Cook Family Park near the basketball and sand volleyball courts.

  • Accessible from the Riverwood Lane entrance in the Cook Park neighborhood.

PARKING INFORMATION

Optional Festival Parking: Close, convenient parking is available at the Festival General Parking Lot located at the Tigard Swim Center entrance at 8680 SW Durham Road, Tigard, OR.

  • $15 per vehicle, per day. This is a fundraiser for Tigard HS Athletic Boosters and Tigard Rotary Club.

  • Debit, Credit, or Apple Pay only – no cash

  • Parking is optional. You do not need to pay to park to attend the Festival.

  • Parking fees do not include Festival admission.

  • General parking is first come, first served.

  • Parking passes are not sold in advance and space is limited.

We expect high demand during peak times, particularly during morning balloon launches and late afternoon/evening activities. We encourage guests to plan ahead and consider alternative transportation such as public transit, carpooling, walking, biking, scootering, or utilizing one of the many trail connections into Cook Family Park, including access via the footbridge from Tualatin.

If you choose not to utilize official Festival parking, please be a good neighbor by following all posted parking regulations and respecting nearby residents, businesses, driveways, and neighborhood access.

Parking fees benefit our amazing non-profit event volunteers from the Tigard Breakfast Rotary and Tigard High School Athletic Boosters.

For a visual reference, check out the Cook Family Park Access Map for neighborhood trail access and entry points.

SHUTTLE (Optional)

It's a brief walk down the hill to the Festival grounds, or catch a Shuttle brought to you by Beach Hut Deli.

The TFOB Shuttle is operated by the Tigard High School Athletic Boosters as a fundraiser.

  • Shuttles down to the Festival are FREE!

  • Ride shuttles up the hill for $2 per person

  • Small children ride free on a lap

  • Debit, Credit, or Apple Pay only – no cash