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12th Annual Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort

Easter Weekend | Friday-Sunday, April 3-5, 2026

Witness the sky come alive at the 12th Annual Balloons over Horseshoe Bay Resort! One of the most anticipated events of the year is back Easter Weekend 2026 at Horseshoe Bay Resort. Enjoy hot air balloons from across the United States.

Festivities include a Friday night VIP BBQ & Balloons event. Saturday morning (6:30-10:00 AM) features a hot air balloon glow, helicopter Easter egg drop, skydivers, breakfast foods, cocktails, and more. Saturday evening (4-9 PM) brings more fun with added Great American Kites, rock climbing wall, bungee trampoline, face painters, henna artists, food trucks, live music, and more.

 

  • Couple in front of hot air balloons at Balloons over Horseshoe Bay Resort

    Balloon Festival 1-Night Package

    Balloon Festival 1-Night Package

    • One night (Saturday) accommodations
    • Festival admission Saturday Morning and Saturday Evening
    • Easter Sunday Brunch
    • Complimentary transportation throughout the festival

     

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  • Balloon Festival VIP Package

    Balloon Festival VIP Package

    • Two nights (Fri-Sat) accommodations
    • Friday Night VIP Texas Hill Country Cowboy Cookout & Wine Tasting with live country music and balloon glow
    • Festival admission Saturday Morning and Saturday Evening
    • Easter Sunday Brunch
    • Complimentary transportation throughout the Festival
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  • Balloon Festival Saturday Day Pass

    Balloon Festival Saturday Day Pass

    Join us as hot air balloons from across the United States come to Horseshoe Bay Resort along with fun festivities that include live music, an Easter egg drop, skydivers, balloon glows, kids games, face painters, great food and more!

    Open to the Public – Saturday, April 4th
    6:30-10am | Morning Session
    4-9pm | Evening Session

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Maple syurp being poured by a server- just the hand is in the shot- on a chicken and waffles dish. With bloody marys and mimosas in the background

Easter Brunch

Sunday, April 5 | 10-12:30PM | Granite Ballroom

Indulge in an unforgettable Easter Brunch, Sunday, April 5, 2026. Enjoy a culinary journey featuring favorites like an omelet station, blintz + French toast, Texas breakfast potatoes, citrus poached shrimp, smoked bone-in ham, carving stations with prime rib and smoked salmon, plus soup, salads and sides. Finish your brunch with delectable desserts.

Easter Brunch is included in both Balloon Festival resort guest packages.
Easter Brunch reservations are exclusively for resort guests and members of The Club at Horseshoe Bay Resort.

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  • HSBR Balloon Fest

    Friday VIP Kick-Off | Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort

    Friday VIP Kick-Off | Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort

    Friday, April 3, 2026 | 6PM-9PM

     

    Horseshoe Bay Resort Ranch, Highway 71

     

    6:00pm | Gates Open at The Ranch

    6:00pm | Gunnar Latham Preforming Live on Main Stage

    6:30pm | Texas Hill Country Cowboy Cookout & Wine Tasting

    7:30 pm | Alex Lambert Performing Live on Main Stage

    Sunset | Hot Air Balloon Glow & Pilot Introductions

    Complimentary Parking

     

    *Private event for VIP Package Guests, Sponsors, and Members of The Club at Horseshoe Bay Resort.

  • Saturday Morning | Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort

    Saturday Morning | Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort

    Saturday, April 4, 2026 | 6:30AM-10AM

     

    Horseshoe Bay Resort Ranch, Highway 71 Entrance

     

    6:30am | Gates Open at The Ranch

    6:30am | Light Breakfast + Mimosas/Bloody Mary Bar – Available For Purchase​

    7:00am | Balloon Ascensions Begin at Daylight (Weather Permitting)​

    8:45am | Disc Dog Show​

    9:30am | Helicopter Easter Egg Drop For The Kids

     

    *No Activities between 10:00 am to 4:00pm.

    Weather Permitting

  • Saturday Evening | Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort

    Saturday Evening | Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort

    Saturday, April 4, 2026 | 4PM-9PM

     

    Horseshoe Bay Resort Ranch, Highway 71 Entrance

     

    4:00pm | Gates Open at The Ranch

    4:00pm | Food Concessions, Food Trucks, Bars Open , Retail Market, Games, Rock Climbing Wall, Bungee Trampoline, Inflatables For Kids, Face Painters, Henna Artists, Balloon Artists​

    4:00pm | Main Stage – The Pictures Band | 4:00-4:30​pm

    4:15pm | Wild Zoofari Animal Show​

    4:30pm | Powered Parachutes Demonstration​

    4:45pm | Disc Dog Show​

    5:00pm | Main Stage – The Pictures Band | 5:00-5:30​pm

    5:05pm | Wild Zoofari Animal Show​

    5:30pm | Opening Ceremonies and Skydivers​

    5:45pm | Disc Dog Show​

    6:00pm | Main Stage – The Pictures Band | 6:00-7:30pm​

    7:30pm | Announcements / Thank Sponsors​

    8:00pm | 2025 Balloon Glow Finale​

    8:30pm | Main Stage – The Pictures Band | 8:30-9:00​pm

    9:00pm | Conclusion​

     

     

Note: Times and events are subject to change

**All events are weather permitting. Blankets and fold-up chairs are encouraged. Bring your camera. No outside food or beverage allowed. No smoking allowed on festival grounds. Times are subject to change.***No Pets Allowed***No Drones Allowed***

CHILDREN 12 and under FREE WITH ACCOMPANYING PARENT.

*NO REFUNDS OR  EXCHANGES ON PURCHASED TICKETS.