Festival of Balloons

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Festival of Balloons

TFOB Mission: To provide fundraising opportunities for local non-profit organizations while celebrating our community.

Welcome to the Tigard Festival of Balloons

June 26–28, 2026 | Cook Family Park | Tigard, Oregon

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The Tigard Festival of Balloons is more than balloons — it's a three-day celebration of community, family fun, and unforgettable experiences.

Join us in the pre-dawn hours as hot air balloons launch into the morning sky during the Morning Launches Presetned by Explore Tualatin Valley (weather and pilot permitting). Return at sunset for the spectacular NW Natural Night Glow. Spend the day enjoying live entertainment on the Krista Britton Realtor & Movement Mortgage Main Stage, the Landmark Ford Festival of Cars, artisan vendors, Kids Zone activities, food and beverage vendors, Funtastic Carnival rides and games, and much more.

As a nonprofit community event, TFOB helps raise funds for local organizations while bringing visitors together from across the Pacific Northwest. Every ticket purchased helps support local nonprofit organizations and community programs.

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Festival Highlights

• Morning Balloon Launches presented by Explore Tualatin Valley

• NW Natural Night Glow

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

• Ice Cream Eating Contest presented by Baskin-Robbins of Lake Oswego & Tigard

• Festival of Cars presented by Landmark Ford

• Free Tethered Balloon Rides

• Funtastic Carnival Rides & Games

• Kids Zone Activities

• Food, Beverage, and Artisan Vendors

What's Included with Festival Admission?

• Hot air balloon launches (weather and pilot permitting)

• Night Glow (weather and pilot permitting)

• Free tethered balloon rides (weather and pilot permitting)

• Live entertainment

• Festival of Cars

• Kids Zone activities

• Artisan vendors

• Food and beverage vendors

• And more

Children ages 6 and under receive free Festival admission.

Meet This Year's Balloon Lineup

From special shapes to fan favorites, check out the hot air balloons scheduled to attend the 2026 Tigard Festival of Balloons.

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Admission Tickets

3-Day Weekend Pass

$17 Total (Ages 7+)

Includes all ticketing fees and unlimited Festival admission Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

No surprise charges at checkout.

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NEW FOR 2026 – Hot Air Balloon Flights

Experience the Festival from a whole new perspective.

TFOB is excited to partner with Portland Rose Balloons as the Festival's Official Ride Provider. Sunrise balloon flights are available throughout Festival weekend and require a separate ticket purchase.

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All balloon flights are weather and pilot permitting.

Plan Your Visit

• View Schedule of Events

• Admission & Ticket Information

• Parking & Shuttle Information

• Balloon Activity Updates

• Festival Map

Stay Connected

Follow TFOB on Facebook and Instagram for balloon launch and Night Glow status updates.

Social media is the first and primary source for all balloon activity announcements. Balloon activity decisions are typically made immediately following the pilot briefing, which occurs shortly before scheduled launch times.

SPONSORS

Thank You to Our Sponsors

The Tigard Festival of Balloons would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors, community partners, volunteers, and nonprofit organizations.

As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, sponsorship support helps us bring hot air balloons, live entertainment, family activities, community celebrations, and fundraising opportunities to Tigard and the surrounding region.

Whether your goal is brand awareness, customer engagement, community involvement, hospitality opportunities, or supporting a beloved local tradition, the Festival offers a variety of sponsorship opportunities designed to meet your goals and budget.

From presenting sponsorships and featured attractions to on-site activations, digital marketing, and community engagement opportunities, our team will work with you to create a partnership that delivers meaningful exposure and measurable value.