Balloons on the Ridge: Hot Air Balloon Weekend 2026

Join us for our very first Hot Air Balloon Weekend here on the Ridge! We're partnering with Freedom Ballooning and Flynn Energy for an unforgettable weekend filled with hot air balloon rides, live music, great food, and family-friendly fun. Schedule of Events 🎈: Friday September 25th Book a sunset hot air balloon ride HERE Live Music with Old World Warblers 5:30pm-8:30pm Glow Balloon 8pm-9pm - as the sun goes down, we'll be lighting up the hot air balloon! Get a close up look at the balloon, stargaze over Seneca Lake, and enjoy the live tunes Our outdoor bar will be serving up wine, handcrafted cocktails, ice cold wine slushies, and non-alcoholic drinks Saturday September 26th Book a sunrise or sunset hot air balloon ride HERE Enjoy balloon activities throughout the day: tethered rides (first come first serve, weather dependent, $25/ticket), balloon tours (on the ground, free), and balloon Q&A with the pilots! Live music with Mike & Angie 12pm-3pm and Roc Street 4pm-7pm Food from JJ's Dogs and More food truck Outdoor bar serving up our wine, handcrafted cocktails, ice cold wine slushies, and non-alcoholic drinks Sunday September 27th Book a sunrise or sunset hot air balloon ride HERE Sunday Brunch mimosa and bloody mary specials This event is free admission and open to all ages for a fun-filled weekend. Parking is $10 for Friday evening and Saturday festivities. Hot air balloon flights must be booked in advance through Freedom Ballooning. As we get closer to the event, Freedom Ballooning will adjust flight times based on weather conditions and scheduling. Purchase Balloon Ride Tickets Here