1 May 2027 · Foley, US

Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival

The Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival is an annual free public festival held in Foley, Alabama featuring hot air balloon flights, glows, tethered rides, live entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, and family activities. It attracts balloon pilots who operate a range of balloons and includes VIP ticketed options (VIP passes and VIP parking) and pay-to-play areas for some children's activities. The event moved to OWA Parks & Resort in 2021 and is organized in partnership with the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce and local partners.

Last updated

Dates
1 May 2027
Venue
OWA Parks & Resort
Location
Foley, US
Frequency
Annual
Audience
Consumer
Scale
Regional
Exhibitors
149Estimate
Arts, Crafts & HobbiesMedia & Entertainment

Compiled from public sources and periodically reviewed and updated. This information is provided for general guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date — please verify all details directly with the organizer or venue before relying on them.

About Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival

Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival is a regional trade show for the Arts, Crafts & Hobbies and Media & Entertainment industries, held in Foley, United States. The 2027 edition runs 1 May 2027 at OWA Parks & Resort. It brings together an estimated 149 exhibitors. Event Scout has indexed 148 exhibiting companies for the event so far.

Known editions

Venue

OWA Parks & Resort

Foley, Alabama, US

Who exhibits at Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival

We've captured 148 exhibitors for Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival (roster as of 2027). They span 6 countries, 50% of them based outside the United States.

Where exhibitors are based

Exhibitors' head-office countries, most-represented first.

  • United States50%·5
  • Germany10%·1
  • United Kingdom10%·1
  • Italy10%·1
  • Jersey10%·1

Based on 10 exhibitors with a known head-office country.

What exhibitors do

The industries the exhibitor base works in, by share of the roster.

  • Food Beverage40%·2
  • Industrial Automation20%·1
  • Machinery Manufacturing20%·1
  • Services20%·1
  • Software It20%·1

Based on 5 exhibitors with an industry label — a company can carry several, so shares can total over 100%.

Exclusivity

89%Class Aof exhibitors exhibit nowhere else we track

Exceptionally exclusive — almost every exhibitor appears at no other event we track. A genuinely one-of-a-kind gathering.

Cross-referenced against 148 exhibitors in our event graph.

International reach

50%Class Dof exhibitors are based abroad

Regionally international — neighbouring countries alongside a strong home base.

Compiled from public sources and periodically reviewed and updated. This information is provided for general guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date — please verify all details directly with the organizer or venue before relying on them.

Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival 2027 exhibitor list

So far, 140+ exhibiting companies have been indexed for Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival. They span industries including food-beverage and software-it. The preview below shows a sample of the indexed roster; the full list is available through Event Scout.

  • The Grove
  • + Retail
  • ACCOMMODATIONS
  • WOODWORKING
  • HONEY
  • Ice Cream
  • Arts
  • Children's Clothing
  • Palmer Williams Group
  • Rebex Cutlery
  • Kona Ice
  • 2026 VENDOR LIST
  • A&O Boutique
  • A&R Group
  • Airbrushed Tattoos
  • Alabama Adult & Teen Challenge
  • Allergy Friendly Treats
  • American Fare
  • Anna's Cafe
  • Anti-Aging Products

+ 123 more exhibitors

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Frequently asked questions

When is Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival 2027?
Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival 2027 runs 1 May 2027 at OWA Parks & Resort.
Where is Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival held?
Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival is held at OWA Parks & Resort in Foley, United States.
How many exhibitors does Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival have?
Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival counts an estimated 149 exhibitors. Event Scout has indexed 148 exhibiting companies so far.
Who exhibits at Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival?
Indexed exhibitors include Food.com, Education.com, T-Mobile US and LeafFilter Gutter Protection. The event spans the Arts, Crafts & Hobbies and Media & Entertainment sectors.
Is Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival worth attending?
Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival is a regional trade show for the Arts, Crafts & Hobbies and Media & Entertainment industries, so it is most relevant to exhibitors and buyers in those industries. It brings together an estimated 149 exhibitors. Whether it is worth attending depends on your objectives, but its scale and sector focus are a useful guide.
How do I get the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival exhibitor list?
Event Scout has indexed 148 companies exhibiting at Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival so far. A sample is shown in the exhibitor-list section on this page, and the full roster is available through Event Scout.

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