Friday, Saturday & Sunday · 7–9 PM
Evening Desert Glows
After sunset, balloons stay on the ground and light up with their burners. No flying: walk Airstream Field, take photos, and meet the pilots and crews.
Tips
- Bring a warm layer. Desert evenings get cold quickly after sunset.
- Glows are weather permitting. Check balloon status before arriving.
- Days
- Friday, Saturday & Sunday
- Planned time
- 7–9 PM
- Weather
- All balloon activities are weather permitting.
Plan your ABC16 visit
Evening Desert Glows is part of the 16th Annual Arizona Balloon Classic, January 15–17, 2027, at Wild Horse Pass Festival Grounds in Chandler, Arizona. It’s included with festival admission. Kids 12 and under get in free.