Old West Balloon Fest & BFA U.S. National Hot Air Balloon Championships

The Old West Balloon Fest in Western Nebraska is a family fun weekend for everyone from the ages of 1 to 100. Celebrating over a decade of flying, fun, and DREAMS. Many remember the event from the 1980’s and 1990’s and dreamt of the event coming back to the area. The event was “re-inflated” in 2015 to the delight of the community.

Come enjoy a spectacular show of the greatest magnitude. Hot air balloons fill the sky each morning for mass ascensions. Days are filled with activities, competition, and balloon glows to light up the evening sky.

There is an abundance of entertainment included in the low priced admission pass. And, it is good for the entire weekend of events — the best bargain in the valley!

The schedule of events and all activities for Old West Balloon Fest vary daily and are weather permitting. Many other activities are scheduled at Mitchell Airfield for you to enjoy, so check out our full schedule. Stay tuned, as weather in Western Nebraska can change quickly and last-minute fly or no fly decisions have to be made. Check out information on our main attractions below.