11th Annual Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort

Easter Weekend | Friday-Sunday, April 18-20, 2025

Witness the sky come alive at the 11th Annual Balloons over Horseshoe Bay Resort! One of the most anticipated events of the year is back Easter Weekend 2025 at Horseshoe Bay Resort. Enjoy hot air balloons from across the United States.

Festivities include a Friday night VIP BBQ & Balloons event. Saturday morning (6-10 AM) features a hot air balloon glow, helicopter Easter egg drop, skydivers, breakfast foods, cocktails, and more. Saturday evening (4-9 PM) brings more fun with added pony rides, petting zoo, rock climbing wall, bungee trampoline, face painters, henna artists, food trucks, live music, and more.

 

  • Couple in front of hot air balloons at Balloons over Horseshoe Bay Resort

    Balloon Festival 1-Night Package

    Balloon Festival 1-Night Package

    The Saturday festival package includes a 1-Night (Saturday) stay in a classic guest accommodation. You’ll have admission to both the Saturday Morning and Evening Sessions. Plus the Easter Sunday Brunch.

     

  • A Dad holding his daughter while looking at the hot air balloons inflating at Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay

    Balloon Festival VIP Package

    Balloon Festival VIP Package

    Experience a two-night classic guest accommodation with all access VIP passes to our 11th Annual Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort. Package includes admission to Friday Night’s VIP Party, featuring a Texas Hill Country Cowboy Cookout & Wine Tasting, live music, retail market, and Balloon Glow. Admission to Saturday Morning and Evening Sessions. Plus Easter Sunday Brunch, and complimentary transportation throughout the Balloon Festival.

  • Hot Air Balloon Close Up

    Friday VIP Kick-Off Party | Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort

    Friday VIP Kick-Off Party | Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort

    Friday, April 18, 2025 | 6PM- 9PM

    Horseshoe Bay Resort Ranch, Highway 71

    Opening Ceremonies, Sponsor Meet & Greet
    Live Music on the Main Stage
    Texas Hill Country Cowboy Cookout & Wine Tasting
    Hot Air Balloon Glow & Pilot Introductions
    Complimentary Parking

    *Private event for VIP Package Guests, Sponsors, and Members of The Club at Horseshoe Bay Resort.

  • Saturday Morning Session | Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort

    Saturday Morning Session | Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort

    Saturday, April 19, 2025 | 6:30AM – 10AM

    Horseshoe Bay Resort Ranch, Highway 71

    6:30am | Gates Open At Horseshoe Bay Ranch, Highway 71

    6:30am | Light Breakfast Available For Purchase

    7:00am | Balloon Ascensions Begin at Daylight (Weather Permitting)

    9:30am | Helicopter Easter Egg Candy Drop for The Kids

    Helicopter Rides from 10am-5pm by Lone Star Helicopters – based on availability – day of event registration only.

    *No Activities between 10:00 am to 5:00pm.
    All events are weather permitting.

  • Saturday Evening Session | Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort

    Saturday Evening Session | Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort

    Saturday, April 19, 2025 | 5pm -10pm

    Horseshoe Bay Resort Ranch, Highway 71

    4:00pm | Gates Open at The Ranch, Highway 71 Entrance

    4:00pm | Live Music on the Main Stage

    4:00pm | Food Concessions, Food Trucks, Bars Open

    4:00pm | Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Rock Climbing Wall, Bungee Trampoline, Inflatables For Kids

    4:00pm | Face Painters, Henna Artists and Balloon Artists Begin

    4:00pm | Giant American Kites

    5:30pm | Opening Ceremonies

    5:30pm | Skydivers & Powered Parachutes Demonstration

    6:30pm | Live Music on the Main Stage

    8:00pm | 2025 Balloon Glow Finale

    8:30pm | Live Music Finale on the Main Stage

    9:00pm | Conclusion

Easter Sunday Brunch

Maple syurp being poured by a server- just the hand is in the shot- on a chicken and waffles dish. With bloody marys and mimosas in the background

 

Indulge in an unforgettable Easter Brunch experience at Horseshoe Bay Resort on Sunday, April 20, 2025. From 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM in the Granite Ballroom, guests will be treated to a culinary journey featuring morning favorites like an omelet station, blintz + French toast, Texas breakfast potatoes, citrus poached shrimp, and carving stations with prime rib and smoked salmon.


Note: Times and events are subject to change

**All events are weather permitting. Blankets and fold-up chairs are encouraged. Bring your camera. No outside food or beverage allowed. No smoking allowed on festival grounds. Times are subject to change.***No Pets Allowed***No Drones Allowed***

CHILDREN 12 and under FREE WITH ACCOMPANYING PARENT.

*NO REFUNDS OR  EXCHANGES ON PURCHASED TICKETS.