Nashville, MI Balloon Festival

03/15/2023

Over the past couple of months, as we approach what would normally be event weekend we have received many inquiries from vendors and patrons looking for event information. Unfortunately this years event is postponed as we look for a new venue to support expansion.

In order to be the event we wish to be we are working on some partnerships that will support larger crowds, better parking, and new opportunities. While this may mean relocation from our beautiful Nashville, MI area we will ensure an event that can grow for years to come. We will post more updates later this year. Thank you for all of your support!

05/12/2022

Our pilots got a little something extra at our awards banquet this year thanks to DCR II Studios!

05/10/2022

Although the weather was very challenging this year for the balloons we had a beautiful flight Sunday morning and a competition. The 2nd annual - 2022 winners are: 3rd Place Pat Rolfe, 2nd Place Joey Strutz and 1st place Eric Reeder! Congrats to these very skilled pilots!

05/08/2022

Our event is slowly wrapping up. The vendors have come and enjoyed the festival and your participation! The hot air balloons even got a flight in and a static display on the field with a candlestick glow! The car show was a hit and we are looking forward to next year!

Thank you for coning and being with us on Mother’s Day weekend!

See you in 2023!

05/08/2022

While we got a beautiful flight in this morning, unfortunately, we are unable to fly this evening due to high winds.

We do still have some vendors open on the grounds.

05/08/2022

And we have Balloons in the sky here in Nashville! Look to the East coming to the west! They are flying into Foxview!

05/08/2022

Pilots will be doing a fly in to FoxView this morning! This is a little different than what we have done before, as we have flown out out of the venue!

This is a pretty cool sight to see! There will be a little competition for the pilots too!

05/08/2022

Good morning! Pilots are getting ready for their pilot briefing! We will have more information on the morning flight for you shortly!

05/07/2022

Unfortunately, this evening’s flight has been canceled due to high winds. However, please join the pilots and the Hastings School Choir at the field for our National Anthem and an all burn!

Then at 7:30 pm the pilots will reconvene on the field to determine the final details of this evening’s glow!

05/07/2022

Do you have questions about hot air balloons and how they fly? Have you ever wanted to meet a pilot? This is your chance!

Pilot Meet and Greet starts at 4 pm on the balloon field!

05/07/2022

The scavenger hunt is on! Come hunt down the items on the list and enter for your chance to win a balloon ride for 1 (one)!

Scavenger hunt is from 9-8pm tonight (Saturday) and and the winner will be drawn tonight during the glow!

05/07/2022

The festival grounds are open! The classic cars are getting up for a 12-4pm car show, vendors are open! The sun is shining and the DJ Don Bennett from Sounds 2 Good DJ Service is on site playing your favorites!

Also, did you know that you can fill out a ticket and take it to the Official Merchandise booth for a chance to win a balloon ride for 1 (one)? Tickets are attached to your parking packet when you get to the front entrance!

05/07/2022

Good Morning today is our BIG day!! Unfortunately due to continued winds this morning’s launch is cancelled as a result no activities will open until about 9:00am when we kick off our 5K balloon walk/run. Complete schedule below! Don’t forget our classic car show at noon included with your admission.

Also today is everyone’s favorite Pilot Meet and Greet from 4:00 to 4:45 and stop by our display basket and photo booth to take your picture in a real balloon basket for FREE! Scavenger hunt today only for a balloon ride and much more! Tonight is also everyone’s favorite BALLOON GLOW!!! We do expect the weather to be more favorable today for all activities and can’t wait to see you!

Please note we expect a large crowd this afternoon. Our volunteers have worked tirelessly around the clock to keep our grounds and parking area both beautiful and functional. Unfortunately there may still be wet areas limiting on site parking space. If we reach capacity in our parking area you are encouraged to use SAFE and LEGAL parking spots around town and enjoy a short walk where we will have walk-in admission available for only $5.00 per person and kids 12 and under are FREE!!! Stay tuned for more updates.

05/07/2022

Contest time! Join us tomorrow for your chance to win!

Upload photos of your scavenger hunt using and tag us in your post to be eligible. Then, visit the Official Merchandise booth to receive your drawing entry.

05/06/2022

The field is too wet to do a glow, however some of the pilots are preparing to do a short candlestick glow on the pavement starting right now!

Morning flight has been canceled also due to the wet conditions and wind in the morning.

We are preparing for a great day tomorrow with starting with our 5k Balloon Boogie at 9 am!

05/06/2022

While the balloon launch has been cancelled, there are still plenty of things to do and vendors to see here at the festival!

Balloon team briefing is scheduled for 5:45 to discuss this evening’s glow.

Pilots have baskets out on display and are available for meet and greets!

05/06/2022

Tomorrow is OPENING DAY here at FoxView!

Our last 2 pilots are:
You probably remember Cynthia Seal from last year. She is back with her pilot, Pat Rolfe! Pat is from Battle Creek, MI. Please welcome Cynthia Seal and Pat back to Nashville for our 2nd Annual Nashville Balloon Event!

Last, but not least our very own Event Director and Balloonmeister, Tyler Jaques! Tyler flies the fan favorite Pigasus and Brittney's Rainbow. Event Director Jaques also comes from Battle Creek! Please welcome Tyler back to Nashville as he directs his 2nd Nashville Event!

05/05/2022

TOMORROW! 🔥

Complete schedule ➡️ nashvilleballoonfest.com

05/04/2022

We are getting closer to opening day of the Nashville Balloon Festival! Who's ready to have some fun?????

Our next 4 pilots are:

Al Smith: He flies the balloon Northern Lights. Al comes from Grass Lake, MI and this will be his first Nashville event! Please welcome Al to Nashville!

Next we have Alyson Murray with the M Go Balloon. This balloon is not affiliated with Michigan University, but has special meaning to Alyson and her family with the Michigan colors! Alyson comes from Battle Creek, MI and this is also her first time at the event. Welcome to Nashville, Alyson!

Rick Kerber is flying a beautiful blue and silver balloon named Sapphire. Rick comes from Wayland, MI and this will be his first time at the Nashville Balloon Festival. Please welcome Rick!

Last, but not least for today, please welcome Derrick Jones. Derrick will be flying the Zeigler Auto Group balloon. Zeigler Auto Group is also one of our Platinum Level Sponsors. Derrick comes from the Hudsonville, MI area. This will be Derrick's second event with Nashville Balloon Festival.

2 last pilots tomorrow to lead to the kick off on Friday! See you all then!

05/04/2022

Thumbs up if you're ready for a fun weekend!

Check out the complete event schedule here - nashvilleballoonfest.com/schedule-1

05/03/2022

There are still a few openings available for food vendors!

If you think you can help take this event to the next level, apply @ nashvilleballoonfest.com/vendors

If you own a food truck, sell novelty items, or are a business interested in sponsoring a booth during our festival please contact us. We are looking for partners that can feed, entertain, and provide activities to our patrons during our festival. 

05/02/2022

Good Afternoon! Our next 2 pilots are seasoned veterans in the sky!

Dale Wilson pilots "Seventh Heaven." Dale Wilson is from Augusta, MI. and this is his 2nd year at the event. Welcome back, Dale!

Michael Moore pilots the hot air balloon "Shenanigans." Michael also is from Augusta, MI. This will be his first Nashville event! Please welcome, Michael to Nashville!

We have more balloons and their pilots to come! Keep watching, we will have 2 more posted tomorrow!

05/01/2022

We are now 5 days away and it's time to announce our next 2 pilots!

Eric Reeder flies "Mesmerized." Eric comes to us from Hastings, MI and is also joining us for the 2nd year! Welcome back, Eric!

Joey Strutz flies "Blue Moon." Joey comes to us from Brighton, MI and is our youngest pilot and just graduated college yesterday!!! (Congrats Joey!) He is joining us for the 2nd year! Welcome back, Joey!

05/01/2022

We are officially 6 days away from the beginning of the 2nd Annual Nashville, MI Hot Air Balloon Festival! Over the next few days, we will share the pilots and balloons that will fill the skies of Nashville!

First up is: Tom Brown flying "Tomfoolery II." Tom is from Plainwell, MI. This will be Tom's 2nd year joining us at Nashville! Welcome back, Tom!

Next up is: Paul Felty flying Hoist the Colours." Paul is from Danville, IN. This will be Paul's 2nd year as well joining us as Nashville! Welcome back, Paul!

04/30/2022

This weekend, come see us at the Eaton County Expo! We are promoting the Balloon Event that is fast approaching next weekend May 6th-8th! Come get up and close with a balloon basket and get your schedule for the balloon event at the Eaton County Expo!!!

04/29/2022

Nashville, Michigan Balloon Festival happening May 6th - May 8th 2022. We can’t wait to see you there! Check out www.NashvilleBalloonFest.com for complete schedule and follow our official page for updates!

04/23/2022

We had a blast this afternoon at the Maple Syrup Festival parade in Vermontville! We can’t wait less than 2 weeks and the 2nd annual Nashville Balloon fest kicks off!!! Mark your calendars!

04/21/2022

A limited number of flights are still available at the 2nd Annual event coming up in just a couple weeks! Reserve your spot now!

04/05/2022

Who's excited to see some balloons over Nashville, MI this year? Here is our official lineup for the 2022 event! Comment below and let us know which one you are most excited to see! You can also read more about the pilots here: https://www.nashvilleballoonfest.com/balloons

04/04/2022

Want to help make this event a success? We are still looking for volunteers to help with parking and other tasks during the weekend. Commit as little or as much time as you are able to. With a minimum commitment you will receive a free parking pass for the whole weekend. Please use the link below or send our page a message to see how you can help!

https://www.nashvilleballoonfest.com/volunteers