Balloons over Waikato 2019

Balloons over Waikato is New Zealand's premier hot air balloon festival. Held annually in March, in Hamilton, this five-day iconic event is arguably the most popular event in the city. It attracts balloonists from all over New Zealand and around the world, who come to experience the fun, friendship and warmth this balloon friendly city provides and to demonstrate their skills in a range of competitive activities.

Over 130,000 spectators over 5 days will enjoy the amazing site of over 20 balloons ascending through the Waikato sunrise at 7.00am every morning and Hamilton's biggest night out at the Zuru Nightglow, where the balloons glow to orchestrated music finishing with the best fireworks display in town, creating the perfect family outing!

Admission to this event is FREE!