Upcoming Events at The Preakness Balloon Festival
Fri May 11, 4:00 PM - Sun May 13, 8:00 AM
The Preakness Balloon Festival
2210 Fairgrounds Road, West Friendship, MD 21794
Community: Columbia
Description
WCBM and WQLL present the annual Preakness Balloon Festival with over 25 hot air balloons!
Event Details
Tethered balloon rides, a large kid zone, a beer and wine garden, Maryland’s finest vendors, the Baltimore area’s best food, a balloon glow after dusk, live music on the main stage by Pressing Strings, Higher Education, Amber North, Rhett Repko, Shiftwork, Spencer Joyce, and many more! Nathan's Hotdogs will be having a qualifying round for their national Hotdog Eating Championship and the winner will be competing in Coney Island to compete in the finals on July 4th! Join us May 11-13 for music, food, and tons of balloon fun. The event is FREE, parking is $20.
FESTIVAL ADDRESS:
Howard County Fair (Fairgrounds)
2210 Fairgrounds Road
West Friendship, MD 21794
START & FINISH TIME:
May 11th & May 12th 4PM - 9PM
May 13th 6AM - 8AM
AREA HOTELS – Are there Hotels near by?
We encourage all guests who require lodging to book a stay at Turf Valley Resort and Conference Center by calling 410-465-1500.
PARKING – Where can I park?
We have reserved several large, well lit, secured parking lots on and directly across from festival grounds.
RAIN – What happens if it rains?
The festival is Rain or Shine.
ATM – Will there be ATM’s on site?
Yes.
PETS – Are pets allowed?
Only service animals.
HANDICAP – Will the festival be handicap accessible?
Yes.
VENDING – I would like to be considered as a vendor. Who should I contact?
Call Jeff Ashkenasy at 410-580-5348.
SPONSORS – I would like to be considered as a sponsor. Who should I contact?
Call Jeff Ashkenasy at 410-580-5348.
PRESS & MEDIA – I am a photographer or journalist and want to cover the festival. Who should I contact?
Email tyler@humdingerenterprise.com
Include your company name, website, and any other festival/events you’ve recently worked.
FREE TICKETS – How can I try to win free tickets for a balloon ride?
Listen to WCBM and WQLL for more details on how to win.
WHAT TYPES OF VENDING WILL BE THERE?
A variety of food vendors, including some of Baltimore-area favorites, as well as a wide selection of hand-picked local retail vendors.
WHAT CAN I BRING TO THE FESTIVAL?
Personal cameras, personal video recorders, blankets, regular size backpacks, and
FESTIVAL ADDRESS:
Howard County Fair (Fairgrounds)
2210 Fairgrounds Road
West Friendship, MD 21794
START & FINISH TIME:
May 11th & May 12th 4PM - 9PM
May 13th 6AM - 8AM
AREA HOTELS – Are there Hotels near by?
We encourage all guests who require lodging to book a stay at Turf Valley Resort and Conference Center by calling 410-465-1500.
PARKING – Where can I park?
We have reserved several large, well lit, secured parking lots on and directly across from festival grounds.
RAIN – What happens if it rains?
The festival is Rain or Shine.
ATM – Will there be ATM’s on site?
Yes.
PETS – Are pets allowed?
Only service animals.
HANDICAP – Will the festival be handicap accessible?
Yes.
VENDING – I would like to be considered as a vendor. Who should I contact?
Call Jeff Ashkenasy at 410-580-5348.
SPONSORS – I would like to be considered as a sponsor. Who should I contact?
Call Jeff Ashkenasy at 410-580-5348.
PRESS & MEDIA – I am a photographer or journalist and want to cover the festival. Who should I contact?
Email tyler@humdingerenterprise.com
Include your company name, website, and any other festival/events you’ve recently worked.
FREE TICKETS – How can I try to win free tickets for a balloon ride?
Listen to WCBM and WQLL for more details on how to win.
WHAT TYPES OF VENDING WILL BE THERE?
A variety of food vendors, including some of Baltimore-area favorites, as well as a wide selection of hand-picked local retail vendors.
WHAT CAN I BRING TO THE FESTIVAL?
Personal cameras, personal video recorders, blankets, regular size backpacks, and
