
Bristol International Balloon Fiesta
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The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta takes place at Ashton Court Estate on 13 August 2027. The free event features over 100 balloons, night glows, aerial displays, and family entertainment throughout the day.
AboutEurope's biggest hot air balloon eventThe spectacular free event will once again feature over 100 hot air balloons taking off at dawn and dusk as well as the famous Night Glows, when the balloons light up the sky in time to a soundtrack provided by BBC Radio Bristol.The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is Europe's largest annual meeting of hot air balloons, attracting over 130 hot air balloons from across the globe. It's a sight that can only be seen in Bristol.Alongside the fantastic sight of hot air balloons filling the skies, visitors can also expect entertainment for all the family, throughout the day including aerial displays, children’s activities and entertainment, fairground rides, delicious food stalls and bars, balloon tethering and demonstrations, model aircraft display
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Hotels within walking distance of Ashton Court Estate, Long Ashton.
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Frequently asked questions
Bristol International Balloon Fiesta takes place on Friday, 13 August 2027. The event runs until Sunday, 15 August 2027.
Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is held at Ashton Court Estate, Long Ashton in Bristol (Ashton Court Estate, Long Ashton, Bristol, BS41 9JN).
Entry to Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Ashton Court Estate, Long Ashton can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Bristol International Balloon Fiesta can be booked via greatwestway.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta takes place at Ashton Court Estate on 13 August 2027. The free event features over 100 balloons, night glows, aerial displays, and family entertainment throughout the day.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
AboutEurope's biggest hot air balloon eventThe spectacular free event will once again feature over 100 hot air balloons taking off at dawn and dusk as well as the famous Night Glows, when the balloons light up the sky in time to a soundtrack provided by BBC Radio Bristol.The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is Europe's largest annual meeting of hot air balloons, attracting over 130 hot air balloons from across the globe. It's a sight that can only be seen in Bristol.Alongside the fantastic sight of hot air balloons filling the skies, visitors can also expect entertainment for all the family, throughout the day including aerial displays, children’s activities and entertainment, fairground rides, delicious food stalls and bars, balloon tethering and demonstrations, model aircraft display
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Ashton Court Estate, Long Ashton. Searching near Ashton Court Estate, Long Ashton, Bristol, BS41 9JN; check-in Friday, 13 August 2027.
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WhereAshton Court Estate, Long Ashton
Ashton Court Estate, Long Ashton, Bristol, BS41 9JN
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Bristol International Balloon Fiesta?
Bristol International Balloon Fiesta takes place on Friday, 13 August 2027. The event runs until Sunday, 15 August 2027.
Where is Bristol International Balloon Fiesta taking place?
Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is held at Ashton Court Estate, Long Ashton in Bristol (Ashton Court Estate, Long Ashton, Bristol, BS41 9JN).
How much are tickets for Bristol International Balloon Fiesta?
Entry to Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near Bristol International Balloon Fiesta?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Ashton Court Estate, Long Ashton can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Bristol International Balloon Fiesta?
Tickets for Bristol International Balloon Fiesta can be booked via greatwestway.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Price
Free Entry
Date
Until Sunday, 15 August 2027
Venue
Ashton Court Estate, Long Ashton, Bristol, BS41 9JN
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