Purchase Balloonfest Tickets
Thursday, June 26, 2025 * All events/activities are subject to change and WEATHER PERMITTING. |
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| Start | End | Event | Location |
| 2:00 PM | 10:00 PM | Carnival **SUBJECT TO CHANGE** | |
Friday, June 27, 2025 * All events/activities are subject to change and WEATHER PERMITTING. |
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| Start | End | Event | Location |
| 2:00 PM | 10:00 PM | Brou-Haha Blue Blocks | Family Fun Tent |
| 2:00 PM | 11:00 PM | Carnival **SUBJECT TO CHANGE** | |
| 2:00 PM | 11:00 PM | Food Court | |
| 4:00 PM | 8:00 PM | Ben the Lego Man | Family Fun Tent |
| 4:00 PM | 10:00 PM | Escape Room Novi & Donuts | Food Court |
| 4:00 PM | 4:30 PM | John Park Comedy Juggling Show | Family Fun Tent |
| 4:00 PM | 9:00 PM | Open Air Market | |
| 5:30 PM | 6:00 PM | John Park Comedy Juggling Show | Main Stage |
| 6:00 PM | 8:00 PM | Balloon Launch/Fly in Window | Baseball Field |
| 7:00 PM | 7:30 PM | John Park Comedy Juggling Show | Family Fun Tent |
| Dusk | Laser Light Show | Main Stage | |
| Dark | Balloon Glow | Launch Field | |
Saturday, June 28, 2025 * All events/activities are subject to change and WEATHER PERMITTING. |
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| Start | End | Event | Location |
| 6:00 AM | 9:00 AM | Balloon Launch/Fly in Window | Baseball Field |
| 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM | Local Talent | Main Stage |
| 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM | Howell Area Junior Football Sideline Cheer | Main Stage |
| 10:00 AM | 11:00 PM | Carnival **SUBJECT TO CHANGE** | |
| 10:00 AM | 11:00 PM | Food Court | |
| 10:00 AM | 9:00 PM | Open Air Market | |
| 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | Inspired Creations Dance Studio | Main Stage |
| 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM | Howell Community Theater | Main Stage |
| 10:00 AM | 9:00 PM | Brou-haha - Big Blue Blocks | Family Fun Tent |
| 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | Howell Parks & Rec Nerf Wars | Family Fun Tent |
| 10:30 AM | 11:00 PM | John Park Comedy Juggling Show | Family Fun Tent |
| 11:00 AM | 1:00 PM | Home Depot | Family Fun Tent |
| 12:00 PM | 12:30 PM | John Park Comedy Juggling Show | Family Fun Tent |
| 12:00 PM | 9:00 PM | Escape Room Novi & Donuts | Food Court |
| 1:00 PM | 5:30 PM | Exotic Animal Exhibit | Family Fun Tent |
| 1:00 PM | 3:00 PM | Howell Parks & Rec Nerf Wars | Family Fun Tent |
| 2:00 PM | 8:00 PM | Warrior Axe Throwing | Family Fun Tent |
| 4:00 PM | Pilot Meet and Greet | Launch Field | |
| 4:00 PM | 4:30 PM | John Park Comedy Juggling Show | Family Fun Tent/Roaming |
| 4:00 PM | 7:00 PM | The Vibe Tribe | Main Stage |
| 6:00 PM | 6:30 PM | John Park Comedy Juggling Show | Family Fun Tent/Roaming |
| 6:00 PM | 8:00 PM | Balloon Launch/Fly in Window | Baseball Field |
| Dusk | Laser Light Show | Launch Field | |
| Dark | Balloon Glow | Launch Field | |
Sunday, June 29, 2025 * All events/activities are subject to change and WEATHER PERMITTING. |
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| Start | End | Event | Location |
| 6:00 AM | 9:00 AM | Balloon Launch/Fly in Window | Baseball Field |
| 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM | Howell Community Celebration Service | Main Stage |
| 9:00 AM | 2:00 PM | Howell Farmers Market | Downtown Howell |
| 10:00 AM | 8:00 PM | Open Air Market | |
| 10:00 AM | 9:00 PM | Food Court | |
| 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | Howell Parks & Rec - Rec on the Go! | Family Fun Tent |
| 10:00 AM | 9:00 PM | Brou-haha - Big Blue Blocks | Family Fun Tent |
| 11:00 AM | 9:00 PM | Carnival **SUBJECT TO CHANGE** | |
| 12:00 PM | 8:00 PM | Escape Room Novi & Donuts | Food Court |
| 12:00 PM | 3:00 PM | Magic Bus | Main Stage |
| 1:00 PM | 5:30 PM | Exotic Animal Exhibit | Family Fun Tent |
| 12:30 PM | 1:00 PM | John Park Comedy Juggling Show | Family Fun Tent/Roaming |
| 1:00 PM | 3:00 PM | Howell Parks & Rec - Rec on the Go! | Family Fun Tent |
| 1:00 PM | 5:00 PM | Ben the Lego Man | Family Fun Tent |
| 2:30 PM | 3:00 PM | John Park Comedy Juggling Show | Family Fun Tent |
| 6:00 PM | 8:00 PM | Balloon Launch/Fly in Window | Baseball 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 on Saturday.