Support Us Button Widget
Sponsored Content

Soar into spring at the 11th annual Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort

Guests will be treated to three days of spectacular hot air balloons from across the US.

Sponsored by
an aerial view of a hot balloon festival

Treat your family to an unforgettable Easter weekend.

Photo courtesy of Horseshoe Bay Resort

Looking for your next spring adventure? We’ve found one that’s fun for the whole family.

Experience a weekend of breathtaking hot air balloons, live music, and family fun at the Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort Festival, happening Easter Weekend (April 18-20). Here’s what to expect:

  • Friday | Kick off the festivities Friday night with a VIP Texas Hill Country Cowboy Cookout + Wine Tasting, live country music, and a stunning balloon glow.
  • Saturday | Wake up early for the unforgettable balloon ascensions (weather permitting), giant kites, and a helicopter Easter egg drop. The fun continues into the evening with skydivers, kids games, food trucks, and live music.
  • Sunday | Wrap up the festival with a delicious Easter Brunch and one last chance to see one stationary hot air balloon and five RC balloons take to the sky.

Pro tip: Book a one-night Saturday Festival Package or the two-night VIP experience (both include Sunday Brunch) at Horseshoe Bay Resort. Single-day passes are also available if you’re making a day trip to the fest.

Don’t miss this high-flying adventure — reserve your spot below.

Explore packages + grab a day pass.

More from ATXtoday
We’ve got some jokers in the Capital City, and these pranks from local businesses almost had us fooled.
Who says the kids should have all the fun? Here are four Easter egg hunts where everybunny 21 and up can relive the nostalgia.
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
The momentous 40th anniversary of the festival brought hundreds of celebrities, dozens of premieres, thousands of steps, and some key messages to ATX in 2026.
Help us create a growing guide to small businesses by submitting your favorite local makers, restaurants, and professionals, and sharing this page with a friend.
Experience jousting, live performances, artisan markets, and feasts every weekend through Sunday, April 19.
This year’s national list includes 14 entrepreneurs behind local companies — from dating apps to jewelry to nutrition.
We know Austin has an exquisite culinary scene, and apparently celebrities do too, because they’re all over town visiting the city’s famous restaurants and hidden gems.
Warning: Setting foot on Lunch Ranch may make you want to never leave.
Check out these brunch restaurants, cafes, and diners in town, serving a variety of egg dishes, mimosas, micheladas, and more.