Airtime Balloon Company

12/19/2024

Very disappointing =(

READINGTON, NJ - The New Jersey Lottery Festival of Ballooning has announced it will not be returning to Readington in 2025.According to a release on the festival website, in 2023 they celebrated...

12/06/2024

Well done and thank you to all the people who had a role in making Carolina BalloonFest such a success!

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Nearly two dozen local organizations received a financial boost from Carolina BalloonFest on Tuesday during the nonprofit’s annual Night of Giving Celebration. A total of $…

11/19/2024

Fun little throw back memory. First flight in our first balloon. AirTime Balloon Company is born. (October '93)

And then 2 weeks later we owned our own balloon. (See y'all thought we were only kidding about it being 2 weeks!) This is Oochie 1 and I (Ursula) am taking her on her maiden voyage!! 10/24/93

10/29/2024

Light, love & laughter at
Equuvation :: Therapy + Education Center . 3rd annual glow and Trick or Treat was phenomenal 🎃 Thank you for having us!

10/23/2024

49th Carolina BalloonFest is a wrap. What a glorious weekend it was! Very honored to be the featured balloon for Saturday's afternoon flight, carrying out our beautiful flag! Photo credit: City of Statesville

10/19/2024

With Discover Statesville, NC – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

10/08/2024

As we reflect on yesterday’s incredible event, we want to take a moment to say THANK YOU! 🙌 It truly takes a village to make things like this happen, and there are too many people to thank individually—but we hope you know who you are! 💙

A special thank you goes out to Cycle North Carolina 🚴‍♂️ and all the participants for choosing Statesville as a stop on your journey. To the amazing local businesses who opened their doors in support, your participation meant the world to us. 🏬💫

And finally, we want to give a huge shout-out to the incredible hot air ballooning community 🎈 here in Statesville, who brought extra magic to the day. Your support and enthusiasm made all the difference! ✨

A special thank you to:

🎈 Charles Page (Big oh! Balloons) – Big Oh!
🎈 Tony Colburn (Yadkin Valley Balloon Adventures) – Dream On
🎈 Dan Gerbus (Bourbon Flight Balloon) – Irish Whiskey
🎈 Britan Stepanek (Lucky Day Balloon) – Lucky Stars
🎈 Daniel Sasser (A Flight Above Balloon Adventures) – Not Common
🎈 Marc Klinger (Airtime Balloon Company) – Oochie

We are incredibly grateful for the way our community comes together. Here’s to more unforgettable moments in Statesville! 🎉

10/08/2024

In partnership with multiple Statesville departments and local balloonists yesterday, tethering to raise funds for Spruce Pine, NC

10/04/2024

Come see us! Downtown Statesville on Monday, October 7th

🚨 Help Us LIFT UP Downtown Spruce Pine

Join us on Monday, October 7 for tethered hot air balloon rides (weather permitting)🎈 for just a $10 donation! ⬇️ FULL DETAILS: https://scvb.statesvillenc.com/2024/10/02/14717/statesville-partners-with-local-balloon-pilots-to-lift-up-spruce-pine-during-cycle-nc-stop-on-october-7-2024

📍 Where?

• Statesville Housing Authority 🏢
• Broad Street United Methodist Church - Statesville NC⛪
• Static balloon display at Mitchell Community College🎓

⏰ When? 5:30-7:30 PM
✨ Balloons will glow at dark! ✨

💸 Plus, many Downtown Statesville will have special hours (1-8 PM)

🍺 Red Buffalo Brewing Co. will donate $1 per pint! 🍻

Let’s come together to support our neighbors in Spruce Pine after Hurricane Helene ❤️

09/11/2024

09/11/2024

Special to IFN The skies over Statesville are set to dazzle once again as the 49th annual Carolina BalloonFest returns to the Statesville Regional Airport on October 18-20. Presented by National Ba…

08/05/2024

Rides are now available for purchase for the Carolina Balloonfest, Oct 18, 19 & 20. Reserve your ride with a pilot directly, using the "Book a ride". Prices also listed in the link.

Purchase your 2024 Event Tickets before booking a ride!

06/19/2024

We still have 4 months before the 49th Carolina BalloonFest happens...🎈🔥

But time flies so fast, right???!!!

Plan your trip now!🧳

Save the date!📅

Book your ticket!🎫

Visit our website or subscribe to our email list and stay updated: https://www.carolinaballoonfest.com/newsletter.html

06/19/2024

Wanna be part of the Balloon Chasers 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run by the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce? 🎈🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Come early for the run and stay late to stick around after the race and enjoy the festival activities on Sunday, October 20!

Visit our website to register: https://www.carolinaballoonfest.com/balloon-chasers-5k-and-fun-run.html

FYI, registration includes a one-day pass to the Carolina BalloonFest ($20 value)!🎫

06/19/2024

If you plan to RV camp during the , hurry and reserve your spot!

Limited RV spots are available! 🚛

Visit our website for more info- RV camping costs and ticket availability: https://www.carolinaballoonfest.com/rv-camping.html