Summer · Festivals & Culture
Colorful hot air balloons rise against the backdrop of the Smoky Mountains at the Townsend Visitors Center. Food trucks, live music, craft vendors, and tethered balloon rides round out this stunning summer weekend on the Peaceful Side of the Smokies.
Early morning launches offer the best photo ops and calmest winds. The Townsend mountain backdrop makes this one of the most scenic balloon festivals in the Southeast. Tethered rides sell out - arrive early.
