Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Craft & Arts Festival Returns June 1 & 2
The Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Arts & Crafts Festival, set for June 1 & 2, 2024, promises a fun-filled day for families with hot air balloons, drone demos, music, entertainment, food trucks, vendors, and more! (Rain dates: June 8 – 9).
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Event Details:
- Discounted Tickets: Purchase online through May 30 – $8/adult, $4/children (ages 4-12), $5 parking. Family packs are available for $35 (up to 5 people, including parking). After May 30, prices rise to $10/adult and $5/children. Ticket protection is available for a nominal fee.
- Hot Air Balloons: Tethered balloon rides from 4:30-5:00 pm (weather permitting). Pricing: $30/adult, $20/children (ages 4-12), free for ages 3 and under with a paying adult.
- Drone Demos: Warren Community College’s top drone program will showcase drone building, repair, and flying, including air, ground, and underwater vehicles. Demos on both days.
- Car & Truck Show: On June 2. Pre-register to secure your spot. Trophies for the Top 10 entries, People’s Choice, and Best of Show.
- Chalk Art Contest: Cash prizes for youth and adult categories. Artists will create on the Walking Trail on Saturday.
- Combat Robot Competition: June Jumble with up to 105 combat robots starting Saturday at noon and continuing on Sunday.
- Timeline of Technology: Storyteller Henry Skirbst takes you through the history and future of Warren County, including a Bicentennial Celebration along a scenic 1.2-mile walking trail.
- Entertainment: Easton School of Rock Bank Street Band on Saturday (6-8 pm) and Sunday (5:30-7:30 pm). Other acts include Balloons the Clown, Grins & Grins juggling, Amethyst Quartet, and DJ entertainment by Calderon Charities of America Broadcasting Network.
Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Craft & Arts Festival Additional Information:
- Venue: Warren Community College’s large lawn, suitable for blankets, lawn chairs, and small games.
- Restrictions: No pets, food, or alcoholic beverages allowed (except for children’s snacks and beverages).
- Tickets & Info: Visit www.balloonfestnj.com for pricing, admission, parking, and tethered/full balloon flight details. Tethered rides are first-come, first-served. Call 908-283-0721 to schedule a full-flight balloon ride.
For more information, be sure to visit their Website and Facebook Event.
The event is supported by a grant from the NJ Department of State, Division of Travel and Tourism. VisitNJ.org.
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