# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Hot Air Affair Rising Above Cancer 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun, 06 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: The 9th annual Hot Air Affair Rising Above Cancer will be held Labor Day Weekend September 4-6 2026 in Anderson SC . This event will help raise money and awareness for the Cancer Association of Anderson. Anderson's own Cancer charity that receives no money from relay for life or other cancer charities!! ALL money stays local to assist LOCAL patients with travel, insurance premiums etc.. ALL Proceeds will go toward this cause. Stay Tuned for more information about how you can be a part of this one of a kind event !!!
🎈 HOT AIR AFFAIR: Rising Above Cancer 🎈
Hot Air Balloon Festival

9th Annual Event!! Celebrating 200 years of Anderson County and 250 of the USA!!

📅 September 4–6, 2026
📍 Anderson Civic Center Launch Field
Anderson, South Carolina

Join us for a breathtaking weekend filled with color, community, and hope as vibrant hot air balloons take to the skies in support of a powerful cause.

✨ Festival Highlights ✨
• Spectacular Hot Air Balloon Launches & Displays as well as Balloon Glows
• Live Entertainment
• Delicious Food Vendors
• Children’s Activities & Family Fun
• Craft & Merchandise Vendors
• Cancer Survivor Tent
• And Much More!

💖 A Festival with Purpose
All proceeds benefit the Cancer Association of Anderson, supporting local individuals and families affected by cancer.

Bring your friends, bring your family, and help us rise above cancer—together.

 Don’t miss this unforgettable event!

Vendor Application is below!
https://cancerassociationanderson.dm.networkforgood.com/forms/2026-hot-air-affair-rising-above-cancer?fbclid=IwdGRjcAQph5pjbGNrA-3EzmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHpbJDe4YjznY9MWgDIU0MuG1uH7Sh2be8dFpcZXBWZqs3zWHng9LFTS07Mcj_aem_izXfFpACylztKTQSP60LwQ
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/anderson/hot-air-affair-rising-above-cancer-2026/200029456050549
- **Event Categories**: nonprofit, festivals, charities, labor-day, kids
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 6452

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Anderson
- **state**: SC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Anderson Civic Center Sports Complex
- **lat**: 34.53831604688
- **long**: -82.684376413717
- **full address**: Anderson Civic Center Sports Complex, Anderson, South Carolina, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Hot Air Affair Rising Above Cancer 2026
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## Comments

- [mikell grant sr. | 2026-08-26 20:12:02] How much does it cost to take a hot air balloon out?
- [mikell grant sr. | 2026-08-26 20:14:40] How do I get tickets for the hot air balloon ride?

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Hot Air Affair Rising Above Cancer 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Hot Air Affair Rising Above Cancer 2026 takes place on Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sun, 06 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Anderson Civic Center Sports Complex, Anderson, South Carolina, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Hot Air Affair Rising Above Cancer 2026?
  - **A:** Hot Air Affair Rising Above Cancer 2026 is organized by Hot Air Affair Rising Above Cancer.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Hot Air Affair Rising Above Cancer 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Anderson, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 6,400+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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