# Event Details - **Event Name**: L&N Federal Credit Union Kentucky Derby Festival Great BalloonFest - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: Pre-order 2026 Pegasus Pins here: https://pegasuspins.com/purchase-your-pin/ Four balloon events over three days. Colorful hot air balloons will light up the Louisville skyline during one of the Festival’s most picturesque events. Admission is free with a 2026 Pegasus Pin®. Sponsor: L&N Federal Credit Union. Contributing Sponsors: KCS Foundation and Waterproofing, Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay, Shady Rays and UA Local 502. Official Broadcast Partner: WLKY. Media Sponsor: MIX 106.9. April 23: L&N Federal Credit Union Kentucky Derby Festival Great Balloon Glow. 7 PM Parade of Balloons. 8 PM Balloon Staging. 9 PM Glow. Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront. Admission is free with a 2026 Pegasus Pin®. Streamed live on WLKY.com on April 23. Broadcast special on April 25 at 8 PM on WLKY. Sponsor: L&N Federal Credit Union. Contributing Sponsors: KCS Foundation and Waterproofing, Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay, Shady Rays and UA Local 502. Official Broadcast Partner: WLKY. Media Sponsor: MIX 106.9. April 24: L&N Federal Credit Union Kentucky Derby Festival Great Balloon Rush-Hour Race. 7 AM Launch. Bowman Field. Admission is free with a 2026 Pegasus Pin®. Public entrance off Pee Wee Reese Road. Sponsor: L&N Federal Credit Union. Contributing Sponsors: KCS Foundation and Waterproofing, Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay, Shady Rays and UA Local 502. Official Broadcast Partner: WLKY. Media Sponsor: MIX 106.9. L&N Federal Credit Union Kentucky Derby Festival Great Balloon Glow. 7 PM Parade of Balloons. 8 PM Balloon Staging. 9 PM Glow. Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront. Admission is free with a 2026 Pegasus Pin®. Sponsor: L&N Federal Credit Union. Contributing Sponsors: KCS Foundation and Waterproofing, Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay, Shady Rays and UA Local 502. Official Broadcast Partner: WLKY. Media Sponsor: MIX 106.9. April 25: L&N Federal Credit Union Kentucky Derby Festival Great Balloon Race®. 7 AM Launch. Bowman Field. Admission is free with a 2026 Pegasus Pin®. Public entrance off Pee Wee Reese Road. Sponsor: L&N Federal Credit Union. Contributing Sponsors: KCS Foundation and Waterproofing, Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay, Shady Rays and UA Local 502. Official Broadcast Partner: WLKY. Media Sponsor: MIX 106.9. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/events/landn-federal-credit-union-kentucky-derby-festival-great-balloonfest/200029673026403 - **Event Categories**: kentucky-derby, festivals, sports, parades - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 100 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **location**: louisville, kentucky - **full address**: louisville, kentucky ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: L&N Federal Credit Union Kentucky Derby Festival Great BalloonFest - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/8e8197cc463f1c287cb7b361b521906521e9f5e464d14b2a1b754ccbe079c223-rimg-w1200-h628-dc8bab62-gmir?v=1775150781 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is L&N Federal Credit Union Kentucky Derby Festival Great BalloonFest being held? - **A:** L&N Federal Credit Union Kentucky Derby Festival Great BalloonFest takes place on Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 pm to Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 pm at louisville, kentucky. - **Q**: Who is organizing L&N Federal Credit Union Kentucky Derby Festival Great BalloonFest? - **A:** L&N Federal Credit Union Kentucky Derby Festival Great BalloonFest is organized by Kentucky Derby Festival. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Kentucky Derby Festival's events? - **A:** Kentucky Derby Festival has 164+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Kentucky Derby Festival has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** L&N Federal Credit Union Kentucky Derby Festival Great BalloonFest 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, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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