Once again, the skies over Quechee and the Upper Valley of Vermont and New Hampshire will be filled with hot air balloons ushering in the annual Quechee Hot Air Balloon, Craft & Music Festival. This event welcomes visitors from all over New England and beyond! Sponsored by the Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce, it is one of the longest running hot air balloon festivals in New England and continues to focus on family entertainment and fun.
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33rd Annual Quechee Hot Air Balloon Craft and Music Festival
Featuring Music, Fine Art, and Crafters at Quechee Inn at Marshland Farm
Father’s Day Weekend - June 15, 16 and 17, 2012
Sorry, no dogs or bicycles allowed on festival grounds.
While Tropical Storm Irene left much devastation in her path, the Quechee Hot Air Balloon Craft and Music Festival is alive and well and in a new location. Still on Quechee Main Street, off Highway 89, the festival finds itself on the picturesque grounds of the Quechee Inn at Marshland Farm.
The longest continuously running Hot Air Balloon Festival in New England has been chosen by Yankee Magazine as one of the top 20 events of summer. It features over 20 hot air balloons, with flights scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Friday, June 15th; 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 16th and Sunday, June 17th (always weather and wind permitting). Balloon rides will be available to purchase on our website prior to, and during the event. Featuring continuous music and entertainment for all ages, and over 60 craft artisans and commercial vendors. Children’s activities include train rides, an inflatable climbing wall, slide and tunnel; craft activities, and face painting. And of course there will be festival food, a beer and wine garden, and more surprises!
Balloon Flights6:00 p.m. Friday evening and 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday There are five flights over the weekend--wind and weather permitting--during which over twenty colorful balloons ascend over the Quechee valley and beyond. What a sight! Tethered balloon rides are available during the day (again - weather permitting!) $20 per adult and $15 for children 48" and under
EntertainmentEnjoy the Balloon Glow on Friday evening, continuous bands, comedy acts, dance routines all weekend and the "Kid's Zone" (by the Green Mountain Children's Center) with games, rides, playground, face-painting & more.
Watch the amazing New England Disc Dogs & the Jumptown Parachute Demonstration Team. Fun! CLICK HERE or on "Schedule of Events" for the 2012 schedule.
Food Court & VendorsNortheast Concessionaires returns again this year with their fabulous Food Court. The Food Court offers great food for everyone including those blooming onions & healthy wraps! There are over 60 outstanding craft artisans from pottery to potpourri. Commercial vendors, area businesses and non-profit organizations offer information and bargains galore! Interested in being a Festival vendor this year? Click HERE
AdmissionAdmission Tickets are good for the entire weekend.
Adults $12, Children(6 - 12) $5, and Children 5 and under are FREE!!
Once in, there is a reasonable charge for the day at the Kid's Zone & small charge for the Rambling Railroad. All other entertainment is included in the admission fee.
On Sunday, Dads accompanied by a child get half-price admission. Happy Father's Day!
Sorry - No Dogs or Bicycles Allowed on Festival Grounds, service dogs only.
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Check out these video showcasing a balloon flight in Quechee or book your own to experience this adventure!
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