Northampton Balloon Festival 2026
August 14 - August 16
Northampton Balloon Festival 2026
📅 14–16 August 2026
📍 The Racecourse, Kettering Road, Northampton, NN1 4LG
The much-loved Northampton Balloon Festival returns for a weekend packed with family entertainment. Highlights include:
- 🎈 Hot air balloon launches (weather permitting)
- 🌟 Evening balloon glows
- 🎆 Fireworks display
- 🎪 Live arena entertainment
- 🎠 Funfair rides
- 🎭 Circus workshops
- 🛍️ Trade stalls
- 🍔 Street food and licensed bars
- 🎖️ Historical re-enactments
- 🎈 Special-shaped balloons
Please note that balloon launches and glows are weather dependent. The full entertainment schedule is released closer to the event.