Live music, kid zone, food, craft booths, Balloon Rides and more! We can’t wait to see you there!
KIDS ZONE
Kids zone entry will be $10 at the kids zone area entrance on site, not online or at a ticket gate. This will give them access to inflatables, joust, axe throwing, wack a mole, slides, bounce houses, obstacle course combos, and much more!
You will need to purchase a children's admission ticket to get access to these fun items.
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Food & Drink
YES we will have MANY local food and drink options for you to enjoy at the festival!
OUR EVENT LOCATION
The Stables at Le Bocage
4550 S Park Rd
Lake Charles, LA 70607
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The Southwest Louisiana Hot Air Balloon Festival takes place annually in Lake Charles, attracting ballooning enthusiasts and professionals from all over the South. Dozens of beautiful balloons rise over the Chennault International Airport, filling Lake Charles' sky with colors.
The main highlights of the two-day Southwest Louisiana Hot Air Balloon Festival are a balloon glow and spectacular fireworks displays that take place every night of the festival at 8:30 pm. The schedule also includes a barbecue competition, live music on two stages, dance performances, and a beer festival. General admission is $15.
For the tickets and latest updates, please check with the official website (see External Resources below.)
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Lake Charles, LA (KPLC) - Lake Charles will be hosting The Residence Inn SWLA Hot Air Balloon and Kite Festival this weekend at The Stables at Le Bocage.
There will be balloons, live music, air-conditioned rest stations, a kid’s zone, giant glow-in-the-dark kites, local favorite food vendors, VIP tent tickets, and maybe even a skydiver and a few horses.
VIP entry to the festival, includes a free tethered balloon ride, an air-conditioned tent and restroom, and a gourmet dinner. Plus, a private seating area for the concerts and VIP parking. Children over 5 must have a kids VIP ticket to enter the VIP tent.
Tethered Balloon Rides will be sold on-site for $20 per person between 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Additionally, each night, a beautiful Balloon Glow will be planned for 8:30 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
The Stables at Le Bocage is located at 4550 Southpark Dr. in Lake Charles 70607.
Scheduled Bands
- Wayne Toups
- 3 Beards
- Caden Gillard
- Dustin Sonnier
- The Flamethrowers
- Parish County Line
- Johnny Jimenez
- Charlie Wayne Band
- Dani Lacour
Hours
- 5 p.m. - 11 p.m., Friday, June 10, 2022
- 12 p.m. -11 p.m., Saturday, June 11, 2022
Tickets
- General admission tickets: $20 for a one-day adult ticket and $10 for children 5 and over.
- Ultimate VIP Pass: $100 this includes entry all day to the festival on the night of your choosing.
- Weekend VIP Pass: $180 this includes entry all weekend to the festival.
You can purchase tickets online at www.swlaballoonfest.com.
Parking
VIP Parking is onsite with ticket purchase
General Admission parking will be located on South Park Rd, across the street from The Stables at Le Bocage.
Handicap parking will be available with proof of valid permit.
Premier Parking is located near the front entrance, it must be purchased online in advance for $10. The availability of premier parking is limited.
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