17/06/2026
Leicester Balloon Festival FAQ's β
πWhen is the event?
19th, 20th and 21st June
πWhere is the event?
Victoria Park - Leicester LE1 7RY
π What are the times?
Friday - 4pm - 10:30pm
Saturday and Sunday - 12pm-10:30pm
All show times are below. Please note all event times are subject to change on the day.
ποΈ How can I get tickets?
For the best price, tickets are available at Skiddle: https://www.skiddle.com/e/41951089
Tickets are also available at the gate
οΏ‘ How much are tickets?
Friday - Β£5 (+booking fee) online/ Β£8 adults & Β£6 children on the gate
Saturday and Sunday - Β£8 adult and Β£6 children (+booking fee) online/Adults Β£10 and Β£6 children on the gate
Children under 1m tall go free
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ΏοΈ Parking
There is NO onsite parking available and no disabled parking. Parking can be booked here: https://www.parkthecarhere.com/Events.aspx?CustomerId=240
We always recommend using public transport where possible. You can plan your journey straight to Victoria Park here:
https://www.choosehowyoumove.co.uk/
βοΈ Disabled Access
Do you offer concessions for carers?
No, we have kept the price low to make the event accessible to everyone.
Are there disabled toilets?
Yes, there are plenty of disabled toilets available on site.
Is there disabled parking?
No unfortunately, we have no parking available on site.
Balloon flights
πWhen will the balloons fly?
Typically, balloons fly at sunrise and sunset. There are planned balloon launches from 7pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There is a Saturday morning ascent between 6am and 7:30am. There will be an opportunity to come in and see this. IMPORTANT: Balloons require specific weather conditions to fly and the safety of our pilots and guests is of the utmost concern and all balloon activity is weather permitting.
Can I fly in a balloon?
Vista Balloon Flights are the only passenger-operated flights from the event: https://www.vistaballoonflights.co.uk/book-your-flight/
(No a balloon flight isnβt included in the cost of the ticket).
What if the weather is bad?
All balloon events are weather permitting, we canβt predict the Great British weather, unfortunately, all balloon announcements will happen on the page after the pilotβs briefing. Please be aware that balloons cannot fly in the wind or rain. The event will go ahead and the act timings are subject to change.
Balloon Updates
All Balloon updates will be published on the page
Other
βΊοΈ No Gazebos or BBQβs
We do not permit gazebos or large umbrellas as they can obstruct the view of other visitors. Small shade tents for children and portable chairs are allowed. We also donβt permit the use or portable BBQβs.
π Are dogs allowed?
We are a dog-friendly event but request all dogs remain on leads. Please be aware, if the weather is extremely hot, we will not allow dogs for their own safety.
π§Ί Can I bring my own food and drink?
Yes, picnics are permitted, but strictly no glass or alcohol is to be bought into the event. Bag searches will be in operation.
β Can I leave and come back again?
Yes you can, be sure to get a hand stamp from security on the way out.
Please note, we have very vigilant security staff, anyone found to have knives, drugs, or alcohol and/or is being disruptive will be asked to leave and no refunds will be given. We are a family event and any anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated.
If you have any other questions! Let us know.
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