# Event Details - **Event Name**: Great Texas Balloon Race - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 12 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri, 12 Jun, 2026 at 11:45 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: The 49th annual Great Texas Balloon Race returns June 12-14 to the Longview Convention Complex. This world class event attracts the very best competitive pilots from across the United States and the world. Considered by many of the pilots that compete at the Great Texas Balloon Race to be the best run event on the circuit, the Great Texas Balloon Race earned Longview the official designation as "The Balloon Capital of Texas" by the Governor of Texas in 1985. The mornings of June 12-14 will feature daily balloon flights over Longview as pilots compete in the competition. Check GTBR.net and our social media to find public launch targets each day of the race. Meanwhile, the Great Texas Balloon Race festival will be Friday, June 12, through Saturday, June 13. All ticketed events will be held at the Longview Convention Complex, 1123 Jaycee Drive. Gates open at 5 p.m. June 13-14 for the festival, which includes (weather permitting) special shape balloon inflations, RE/MAX skydiving team, vendors, KidsLand, tethered balloon rides, Bill Bussey Balloon Glows, a drone show, live music, and more. Tickets are available EXCLUSIVELY at GTBR.net. Event Schedule (weather permitting) June 12: 5:00 PM: Gates Open at Longview Convention Complex 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Walk-About Balloon Experience 7:00 PM: Tethered Balloon Rides $25 per person (cash) 7:30 PM: Opening band (TBA) 8:15 PM: Special Shapes Spectacular 8:45 PM: Great Texas Balloon Race Opening Ceremony 8:50 PM: The Bill Bussey Balloon Glow Following balloon glow: Drone show 9:45 PM: Entertainment headliner (TBA) 12:00 AM: Gates Close for the Day June 13: 5:00 PM: Gates Open at Longview Convention Complex 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Walk-About Balloon Experience 7:00 PM: Tethered Balloon Rides $25 per person (cash) 7:30 PM: Opening Band (TBA) 8:15 PM: Special Shapes Spectacular 8:45 PM: Great Texas Balloon Race Opening Ceremony 8:50 PM: The Bill Bussey Balloon Glow Following balloon glow: Drone show 9:45 PM: Entertainment headliner (TBA) 12:00 AM: Gates Close for the Day See less - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/longview/great-texas-balloon-race/200029869635252 - **Event Categories**: sports, music, entertainment, festivals, contests, live-music - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 176 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Longview - **state**: TX - **country**: United States - **location**: 1123 Jaycee Drive, Longview, TX, United States, Texas 75604 - **lat**: 32.49162 - **long**: -94.76335 - **full address**: 1123 Jaycee Drive, Longview, TX, United States, Texas 75604 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Great Texas Balloon Race - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/bdc3d051b16f0cc8379cd9ee75170d7b69a28ee1f91b246a855715c66b56c4bb-rimg-w1200-h444-dc4f5c6f-gmir?v=1776007929 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Great Texas Balloon Race being held? - **A:** Great Texas Balloon Race takes place on Fri, 12 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Fri, 12 Jun, 2026 at 11:45 pm at 1123 Jaycee Drive, Longview, TX, United States, Texas 75604. - **Q**: Who is organizing Great Texas Balloon Race? - **A:** Great Texas Balloon Race is organized by The Great Texas Balloon Race. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at The Great Texas Balloon Race's events? - **A:** Attendees have given The Great Texas Balloon Race a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. The Great Texas Balloon Race 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:** Great Texas Balloon Race 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 Longview, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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