Three-day hot air balloon festival in Centralia, Illinois, featuring hot air balloon glows in the evenings, live entertainment, and over 100 vendors in the food and craft fair! Centralia, Illinois, is a 2-hour drive from St. Louis, Missouri; Evansville, Indiana; and Paducah, Kentucky. Hotels are located in Centralia, Salem, Mt. Vernon, Nashville, and Carlyle. Plus, vacation rentals near Raccoon Lake and Lake Centralia!
Admissions is FREE!
Friday, August 21, 2026 - 3:00pm-10:00pm
Saturday, August 22, 2026 - 3:00pm-10:00pm
Sunday, August 23, 2026 - 12:00pm-6:00pm
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