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Thursday, June 27, 2024
* All events/activities are subject to change and WEATHER PERMITTING.

Start End Event Location
2:00 PM 11:00 PM Wade Shows Carnival produced by Big Rock Amusements Freshman Campus Lot

Friday, June 28, 2024
* All events/activities are subject to change and WEATHER PERMITTING.

Start End Event Location
2:00 PM 11:00 PM Wade Shows Carnival produced by Big Rock Amusements Freshman Campus Lot
2:00 PM Close Open-Air Marketplace Highschool Campus
2:00 PM Close Landing Zone Booths Landing Zone
2:00 PM 11:00 PM Highlander Food Court Highlander Food Court
6:30 PM 8:00 PM Balloon Launch* Launch Field
Dark Fireworks by Pyrotechnico Baseball Field

Saturday, June 29, 2024
* All events/activities are subject to change and WEATHER PERMITTING.

Start End Event Location
6:30 AM 8:00 AM Balloon Fly-In Competition Launch Field
9:00 AM Close Open-Air Marketplace Highschool Campus
10:00 AM Close Landing Zone booths and entertainment Landing Zone
10:00 AM 11:00 PM Wade Shows Carnival produced by Big Rock Amusements Freshman Campus Lot
10:00 AM 11:00 PM Highlander Food Court Highlander Food Court
10:00 AM Close Family Fun Tent Highschool Campus
10:00 AM 3:00 PM Classic Car Show High School Parking Lot
1:00 PM 5:00 PM Balloons & Brews Festival of Lights Fundraiser State Street
3:00 PM 4:00 PM Pilot meet and greet Launch Field
6:30 PM 8:00 PM Balloon Launch Launch Field
Dark Balloon Glow Launch Field

Sunday, June 30, 2024
* All events/activities are subject to change and WEATHER PERMITTING.

Start End Event Location
6:00 AM 8:00 AM Balloon Fly-In Launch Field
9:00 AM 2:00 PM Downtown Howell Farmers Market State Street
9:00 AM Close Open-Air Marketplace Highschool Campus
10:00 AM Close Family Fun Tent Highschool Campus
10:00 AM Close Landing Zone booths and entertainment Landing Zone
10:00 AM 9:00 PM Highlander Food Court Highlander Food Court
11:00 AM 9:00 PM Wade Shows Carnival produced by Big Rock Amusements Freshman Campus Lot
6:30 PM 8:00 PM Balloon Launch Launch Field

Rules & Reminders

The Michigan Challenge Balloonfest event is one of the premier summertime activities in Michigan, offering entertainment for the entire family. This community event has activities planned for everyone – from carnival rides, kid attractions, fireworks, and the always-popular balloon launches, fly-ins, and evening glow. There are lots of events and attractions planned this year, and we look forward to seeing you there!

For the comfort and safety of all who attend the Michigan Challenge Balloonfest, please follow these basic guidelines:

  • Remember to bring:
    • family and friends
    • a jacket for the evening
    • a camera to take photos
    • comfortable walking shoes
    • lawn chairs, beach chairs or blankets
    • sunglasses
    • sunscreen and bug spray.
  • Please leave pets and sparklers at home for safety reasons.
  • Remember, alcoholic beverages, grilling and smoking are prohibited at the site on schools grounds.
  • Balloon rides are not available during the event since the pilots are competing.
  • Visit the information booth for pilot information, and meet the pilots on the launch field at 5 p.m. on Saturday.