Canberra Balloon Spectacular

Canberra Balloon Spectacular is Australia’s longest-running hot air ballooning festival, celebrating the awe-inspiring beauty of balloons in flight. In 2025 the event has been elevated and is again its own distinct festival, offering a magical experience for all attendees.

For 9 spectacular days in March, vibrant hot air balloons will fill the skies over the nation’s capital, creating breathtaking views that captivate families, photographers, and visitors alike.

This year, the festival takes place at John Dunmore Lang Place, Parkes, where attendees can experience the balloons up close as they prepare for lift-off.

Don’t miss this unique celebration of wonder and flight in the heart of Canberra!