The Michigan Challenge Balloonfest will return in 2021. Parking is free. Entry to the event will be $5, cash only, per day per person. Children three-years-old and under will be admitted free. A limited number of weekend wristbands will be available for $10 per person at the Howell Area Chamber of Commerce located at 123 E. Washington St. while supplies last. With the purchase of a wristband, receive $2 off the price of a commemorative event pin. Purchases must be made at the same time.

Parking is sponsored by Patrick Financial Group, LLC.

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We’re located at the Howell High School complex, 1200 W. Grand River, Howell 48843.
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Please use the map below to help plan parking and entry into the event. There are six admission gates. Admission is $5/person per day, cash only. Children three-years-old and under are free. Parking is free. A limited number of weekend wristbands will be available for $10/person at the Howell chamber, 123 E. Washington in Howell.

Carnival wristbands are sold separately at the event in the carnival area. For discounted carnival wristbands, click here to purchase in advance online

After a day of fun at the event, please use this map to exit the grounds. Click here to download the 2019 event schedule

Don’t miss great shopping and restaurants in Howell. Downtown is about one mile east of the Michigan Challenge Balloonfest grounds on Grand River Avenue.