5 Oct 2026 - 10 Oct 2026
1st Armenian National Open Ballooning Championship 2026
Aparan and Garni region, Armenia
From October 5 to 9, 2026, Armenia will host its first-ever National Open Ballooning Championship, bringing together some of the worlds finest pilots and their teams from across the globe. Organized by the Armenian Ballooning Sports Federation, this unique championship will welcome participants from more than 10 countries, competing in a variety of ballooning tasks that showcase skill, precision, strategy, and professionalism.
3 Oct 2026 - 11 Oct 2026
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2026
Albuquerque, NM, United States
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is the worlds largest hot air balloon event, bringing together hundreds of balloons and pilots from around the globe each October in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Known for its breathtaking Mass Ascensions, Special Shape Rodeos, Balloon Glows, and unique flying conditions, Balloon Fiesta celebrates the spirit of aviation while inspiring pilots, crew, and spectators alike. It is a world-class event that showcases the beauty, adventure, and camaraderie of hot air ballooning.
23 May 2026 - 29 Nov 2026
FLYOWA III
Indianola, Iowa, United States
Flyowa is a monthly competitive invitational series held one weekend each month from May through November. This recurring event invites local pilots to bring their balloons out of hibernation, dust off their electronics, and sharpen their piloting skills through consistent practice for upcoming summer competitions. This will not be a sanctioned event.
8 May 2026 - 6 Dec 2026
Mid Michigan Competition Series
FIshers IN, United States
Mid Michigan Competition Series is a series of competition flights held each month from May through early December. This recurring event invites local pilots dust off their electronics, and practice balloon live for upcoming summer competitions. This will not be a sanctioned event.
Various places, Sweden
1 Jul 2026 - 31 May 2027
2026 -2027 Top Gun Annual
Albuquerque and Rio Rancho, NM, United States
This is the Top Gun Balloon Club Monthly Scoring Event held in Albuquerque/Rio Rancho, New Mexico for the flying year 6/1/26 thru 5/31/27.