Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival (Foley, AL)

*DAY TRIP* The Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival is in its 21st year of flying! Join us at OWA Parks and Resort for this exciting fun-filled event! The Festival is a 3-day event: May 1-2-3, 2025.

The festival kicks off on Thursday evening, May 1st from 5p-9p with live entertainment, vendors, and a balloon glow (wind and weather permitting). The excitement continues on Friday, May 2nd from 4p–10p and Saturday, May 3rd from 10a–10p. 50+ hot air balloons & pilots will join us in Foley for a magical weekend of fun!

The family-friendly event has activities for everyone! Festival admission is FREE with select activities available for an additional charge. Guests can enjoy the expansive amenities at OWA Parks and Resort; including various restaurants, unique retail shopping choices, a variety of entertainment attractions, and of course, The Park at OWA – its themed amusement park with more than 20+ rides and attractions to experience. Traditional festival activities will also be featured throughout the property during the weekend featuring children's activities, artesian and food vendors, live music, and (