Event Information

Everything you need to know about the 16th Annual Arizona Balloon Classic.

Dates, hours & location

Dates: January 15–17, 2027 (Friday–Sunday)
Friday: Open 4–9 PM
Saturday: Open 7 AM–9 PM
Sunday: Open 7 AM–9 PM
Location: Wild Horse Pass Festival Grounds (Former Wild Horse Pass Stadium), 19593 S 48th St, Chandler, AZ 85226 · Gila River Indian Community

All balloon activities are weather permitting. Balloons are not flying or inflated all day.

Kids 12 and under get in free. Active military and veterans get in free with valid ID. No ticket needed: just show ID at the gate.
General admission does not include a hot air balloon ride or a tethered balloon ride.
ABC16 is a rain-or-shine event. Balloon activities are weather permitting. No refunds.
General admission tickets are not day-specific: use yours any day, any time during the weekend, for one entry.
Classic Pass and Classic Pass+ holders can come and go all weekend, as many times as they want.
No weapons.
No outside food or drink.
Friendly pets are welcome; owners must clean up after them.
Event schedule and attractions are subject to change.