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It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a… hot air balloon?
After a pandemic-related two-year pause, the 47th Carolina BalloonFest will launch in Statesville from October 14–16.
Alongside several hot air balloons that will decorate Iredell County’s skies, there will be live entertainment, a wine and craft beer garden, and kid-friendly activities.
Balloon rides will be available, dependent upon the weather.
Carolina BalloonFest details:
Location: Near the Statesville Regional Airport at 260 Hangar Drive.
Date/Time: 3 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Saturday and 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.
Price: $15 on Friday and $20 on Sunday; Saturday costs $20 in advance or $25 at the event; A weekend pass costs $40 in advance or $45 at the event
Children ages 12 and younger are free!
