

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 36th Thurston Classic Hot Air Balloon Rally
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Up, up, and away! 🎈

Join us for the 36th Thurston Classic Hot Air Balloon Rally—where the sky comes alive with color and the community comes together for an unforgettable experience. From breathtaking balloon launches to glowing evening displays, this beloved tradition is a celebration of excitement, connection, and sky-high views you won’t want to miss.

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a longtime fan, there’s something magical waiting for everyone. We can’t wait to see you there!  For the event schedule, check out thurstonclassic.com

***This event is weather dependent**

#AmericanMade #36thYear #BalloonRally #SeeYouSoon
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/meadville/36th-thurston-classic-hot-air-balloon-rally/200029848572039
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029848572039?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=meadville-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Meadville
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Allegheny College Robertson Athletic Complex
- **lat**: 41.658648201727
- **long**: -80.146566090825
- **full address**: Allegheny College Robertson Athletic Complex, Meadville, Pennsylvania, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Thurston Classic (https://allevents.in/org/thurston-classic/15515849)

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- **Alt text**: thumbnail
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/af29a8720c6b9534b8b880472b2442a02f8832b1076522e6758ab5676f089abd-rimg-w300-h300-dc03490e-gmir?v=1774234959

## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Allegheny College Robertson Athletic Complex, Meadville, Pennsylvania, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Thurston Classic
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about 36th Thurston Classic Hot Air Balloon Rally ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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