# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Cookeville Takes Flight - second annual hot air balloon festival! 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: BACK FOR YEAR TWO & EVEN BIGER!

Get ready, Cookeville! On Saturday, june 27th the skies will come alive at the NEW Putnam County Fairgrounds for a FULL day packed with fun, food, and unforgettable experiences.
This year we’re leveling up in every way , more balloons, more entertainment, more magic!

🌟 What’s New & What to Expect This Year:
• A Minimum of 10 Hot Air Balloons 
•Morning Balloon Launch Session –  (Rides available for purchase.)
• Evening Tethered Rides 
• Massive Balloon Glow 
• Laser Light Show
• Food Trucks & Vendors 
• Live Entertainment 
And even more surprises waiting for you throughout the day!
The morning launch time is tbd . Evening session is 3-9
🎟 Admission:
• Presale Tickets: $3 per person per session
• Gate Admission: $5 per person per session 
• Kids 10 & under: FREE
(Separate charges apply for balloon rides.)

⚠️ Important Info:
This is a weather permitting event. If rescheduled due to weather, a make-up date will be provided. No refunds will be issued.

Tiera Wester is the ONLY point of contact for this event.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/baxter/cookeville-takes-flight-second-annual-hot-air-balloon-festival/200029295759150
- **Event Categories**: festivals, food-drinks, kids
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 241

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Baxter
- **state**: TN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Putnam County Convention Center 
- **lat**: 36.149380477295
- **long**: -85.57731628418
- **full address**: Putnam County Convention Center , 2121 Event Center Drive ,Baxter, Tennessee, United States
- **location**: Putnam County Convention Center

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Cookeville Takes Flight - second annual hot air balloon festival!  being held?
  - **A:** Cookeville Takes Flight - second annual hot air balloon festival!  takes place on Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Putnam County Convention Center , 2121 Event Center Drive ,Baxter, Tennessee, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Cookeville Takes Flight - second annual hot air balloon festival! ?
  - **A:** Cookeville Takes Flight - second annual hot air balloon festival!  is organized by Tiera Wester.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Cookeville Takes Flight - second annual hot air balloon festival!  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 Baxter, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 240+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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