Join us on August 22nd, 23rd, and 24th for the 12th Annual Kalamazoo Balloon Fest at Gull Meadow Farms presented by BlueOx Credit Union and Zeigler Auto Group. You don’t want to miss the breathtaking display of balloons taking to the skies. The best part? Parking is $10 per vehicle (Friday & Saturday) and admission is FREE! Gull Meadow Farms will be offering activities for $12.99 per person if choose to enjoy activities while at the farm (purchased in person) Children 36 inches and under are FREE.
2025 Schedule of Events:
Friday, August 22nd:
-10:00am – Gull Meadow Farms market opens
-4:00pm – Gull Meadow Farms family activities open ($12.99 per person, children under 36 inches are FREE)
**PARKING FEE - $10 (exact cash preferred to help keep the line moving, but we do accept credit card)**
-6:00pm - Food Service Begins
-6:30pm (approx.) – Hot air balloon launch from Gull Meadow Farms (weather dependent & time approx.)
-8:30pm (approx.) – Balloon Glow begins (weather dependent & time approx.), family activities close for the evening
Glow will last for approximately 30 minutes once balloons are inflated
If you plan to watch the glow, plan to arrive BEFORE 8:30pm so you don’t miss it!
Saturday, August 23rd:
-Early Morning – Balloons fly in to Gull Meadow Farms (weather dependent). Balloons will take off just after sunrise. They will fly over the farm approximately 15-30 minutes after launching. Updates will be posted on social media
-10:00am – Gull Meadow Farms market and activities open
-10:00am- 2:00pm - Car show
PARKING FEE - $10 (exact cash preferred to help keep the line moving but we do accept credit card)
-4:30pm – Pilot and Crew Meet & Greet on the Balloon Field
-6:00pm – Food Service Begins
-6:30pm (approx.) – Hot air balloon launch from Gull Meadow Farms (weather dependent & time approx)
-8:30pm (approx.) – Balloon Glow begins (weather dependent & time approx), family activities close for the evening
Glow will last for approximately 30 minutes once balloons are inflated. If you plan to watch the glow, plan to arrive BEFORE 8:30pm so you don’t miss it!
Sunday, August 24th:
-Early Morning – Balloons fly in to Gull Meadow Farms (weather dependent). Balloons will take off just after sunrise. They will fly over the farm approximately 15-30 minutes after launching. Updates will be posted on social media
The market and activities are NOT open at this time.
Gull Meadow Farms Market will be open from 10am-5pm on August 18th. NO ACTIVITIES this day.
Please note that balloon flights and glows are subject to change or cancel due to weather. Please follow the Kalamazoo Balloon Fest Facebook page for all updates. A more detailed schedule with times with be posted closer to the event.
Food Options at the 2025 Event:
-GMF BBQ
-GMF Specialty Dogs
-Kona Ice Cider Slushies/Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
-And...of course...the yummies from the market!
Stay tuned to our official Facebook page for updates regarding the event and activities. In addition, remember that all activities are subject to change.
**Event Last Upated at 4:26 PM on 06/04/2025**
Also check out other Festivals in Richland.
