About Waterford Balloonfest
Experience the Best of Waterford Balloonfest
Waterford Balloonfest is a one-of-a-kind event that brings together music, food, and hot air balloons.
July 17, 2026
4-9pm
July 18, 2026
1-9pm
- Waterford hosted the balloon festival from 2011-2018, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
- Average attendance ranged from 8,000 to 10,000
- Over 30% of attendees were from out of state
- This is the only hot-air balloon festival in the area
- The Village of Waterford and Waterford Union High School are planning the event this year.
- The event will take place on the grounds of Waterford Union and Waterford Graded School Districts.
Become a Sponsor Today
Event Sponsor- $5,000
- Recognition during morning launch and evening glow
- Logo on all banners and marketing materials
- 4 VIP parking passes
- 4 complimentary dinners at one of the food vendors
- 4 complimentary adult beverages or soft drinks
- Logo on event brochure and print materials
- Recognition, logo, and company link on the website for six months
- 3 months of promotions on the website, including business vacancies and special offers
- All social media posts will recognize your company
Gold - $2,500
- 2 gondola banners 3’x3′
- Tether Ride for four people (not four couples)
- 4 VIP parking pass
- 4 complimentary dinners at one food vendor
- 4 complimentary adult beverages or soft drinks
- Recognition in event brochure
- Recognition in print materials
- Recognition, logo, and company link on the website for three months
- 2 social media recognition posts
Silver- $1,000
- 1 gondola banner 3’x3′
- Tether Hot Air Balloon Ride for two people (not two couples)
- 1 VIP parking pass
- 2 complimentary dinners at one food vendor
- Announcement recognitions throughout the day
- 2 complimentary adult beverages or soft drinks
- Recognition, logo, and company link on the website for three months
Bronze - $500
- 1 gondola banner 3'x3'
- Announcement recognitions throughout the day
Green - $250
- Logo on the website and on banners on-site for the event
Interested in Becoming a Vendor?
Join us at Waterford Balloonfest!
If you are interested in being a vendor at Waterford Balloonfest, please reach out to the following people.
Craft Vendor Fair ($60 for a 10x10 space)
July 18 from 1-6pm, but vendors can stay later if they would like
Email: kbrown@wuhs.us
Food Vendor Information
Email: klindbloom@waterfordwi.org
