PLAN YOUR TRIP TO THE FESTIVAL - ATTENDANCE IS FREE!
The Festival Is An Open-Air Event
Please Plan Accordingly
The Festival is held at the Hot Springs, SD Municipal Airport field. Some suggested items to bring are a camp chair or blanket to sit on, warm jacket or coat if the weather is chilly in the morning, sunscreen if staying longer for other events planned, bug spray, and closed-toe footwear.
PLEASE NOTE: No pets or alcohol/tobacco
allowed at the Hot Springs Municipal Airport.
Balloon Rides WILL BE AVAILABLE
for Purchase This Year
For 2025, we will be offering balloon rides for purchase!
Reservations will be begin early August. Balloons rides are
$400 per person. More information regarding purchasing rides
will be available soon, so check back often.
Reserve Your Room
The festival starts early, so plan to stay overnight in one of
Hot Springs’ affordably unique lodging options.
Whether you’re staying at traditional hotel/motel accommodations or a campground, B&B or cabin, you can be rested and ready to experience the Fall River Hot Air Balloon Festival bright and early.
Southern
Black Hills
Hot Springs is the home base for trips to the Southern Black Hills.
See the remnants of ancient mammoths, feel the thunder of wild bison,
explore historic landmarks, and soak in naturally warm mineral spring water.
Come join us for the 10th Annual Fall River Hot Air Balloon Festival, August 22-24 in beautiful, historic Hot Springs, South Dakota!
Sponsorships Available
Our Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, and KidsZone Sponsorships are available for the 2025,
10th Annual Fall River Hot Air Balloon Festival. If you are interested, or would
like to find out more information on sponsorship, please contact the
Hot Springs, South Dakota Chamber of Commerce.
RACE SPONSOR