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Get ready for a sky full of colour and a weekend packed with fun.
Telford Balloon Fiesta is back this August Bank Holiday – and it’s set to be bigger, brighter, and more exciting than ever! Taking place from Friday 22 to Sunday 24 August 2025, this unmissable event promises high-flying thrills, family-friendly activities, and free entertainment all weekend long in the heart of Telford Town Park’s QEII Arena.
Friday Night Glow – A magical start to the weekend
The festivities kick off on Friday 22 August with the iconic Night Glow. Expect live music, family fun and entertainment all evening – before the skies light up with a mesmerising display of glowing hot air balloons set to music. This event is ticketed, with tickets on sale now!
Priority booking for Telford and Wrekin residents is open from 18 June to midnight Tuesday 1 July 2025 BOOK HERE
From 10am Wednesday 2 July the booking link will be open for ALL.
Tickets are priced:
Family Ticket up to five people £8
Single Adult Ticket £2.50
Single Child Ticket £1.50
Children under 12 months old – FREE but still need a ticket to be booked for them
Gates open at 5pm on Friday 22 August with family entertainment throughout the evening leading up to Night Glow.
Boardroom Café Science Show
Family Disco
Crazy Golf
Music and Light Show
9.30pm NIGHT GLOW
Weekend Line-up: So much to see and do
The Telford Balloon Fiesta Weekender runs on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 August, from 12noon–7pm each day. Expect action-packed displays in the QEII Arena, including:
- The Wings Parachute Team flying in at 12 noon both days
- Stanage Stunt Team performing jaw-dropping tricks
- Balloon tethering displays – get up close to the balloons
And for the little ones, the Kids Zone is full of excitement:
- Storm In a Tea Cup Circus
- Emma’s Donkeys
- Creative workshops and crafts
- Archery and Crazy Golf
- Boardroom Café “have-a-go” activities
Live music from 12–6pm, tasty food and drink stalls, and a dedicated Montessori Rainbow zone for feeding and changing make this a relaxed day out for the whole family.
Sunday’s extra special celebration
Sunday also includes our Telford Community Carnival Day, with a vibrant parade, community showcases, and participatory dance workshops to get involved in!
Hot Air Balloon launches – A spectacle in the sky
Weather permitting, balloon launches will take place at 6am and 6pm on both Saturday and Sunday – a breathtaking sight worth setting your alarm for.
Make a day of it
While you’re here, explore more of what Telford has to offer:
- Telford Aerial Adventure in the Town Park
- Telford Ice Rink just minutes away – family skating sessions all weekend for only £25
Telford Balloon Fiesta 2025 is free to attend (excluding Friday Night Glow) – so gather your family and friends for a weekend filled with sky-high fun, community spirit, and non-stop entertainment.
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