Centralia Balloon Fest

When8/21/2026 @ 3 PMthrough 8/23/2026

WhereCentralia Balloon Fest / Fairview Park areaCentralia, IL

Hosted ByCentralia Balloon Fest / Centralia Chamber of Commerce

CategoryFestivals, Live Events & Performing Arts

About This Event

Centralia Balloon Fest is one of downstate Illinois' signature late-summer family events, built around balloon flights, balloon glow sessions, live entertainment, and a festival-park atmosphere. Its free-admission model and strong spectator draw make it a good qMeet match.

Cost

Free admission and free parking; optional rides, vendors, and food purchases vary.

What to Wear

Comfortable summer clothing with an extra layer for cooler balloon-glow evenings.

What to Bring

A camera, lawn chair or blanket, bug spray for evening hours, and sunscreen for daytime viewing.

When & Where

Starts8/21/2026 @ 3 PM

Ends8/23/2026 @ 6 PM

VenueCentralia Balloon Fest / Fairview Park area

Meeting SpotCentralia Foundation Park and Fairview Park event areas

Address1490 Gragg St

CityCentralia, IL 62801

MapOpen in Google Maps

Driving / Transportation / Parking

Plan to drive and follow official balloon-fest parking directions; the event promotes free parking, but arrival timing matters for the easiest lot access.

Multi-day event — hours may vary by day, so check the description and any official event link.

Who Can Attend

VisibilityPublic — anyone can join

Member LimitNo limit

Est. Attendance40,000 total (20,000 peak day)

Members (0)

No members have RSVP'd yet.

Created & Updated

Created: 4/22/2026 2:44 PM by Admin

Last updated: 4/22/2026 2:44 PM by Paul M.

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