About:
The festival was born as part of the 2004 Isle Fest, when local pilot Dena Winslow and pilot Bill Whelan from Ontario convinced the then Presque Isle Area Chamber of Commerce to give it a try. In 2006, the name was changed to the Crown of Maine Balloon Fest
Since then the festival has continued to grow and has seen some of the best flying around. With many of our pilots claiming that The County is one of their favorite places to fly, due to the beautiful landscapes and friendly folks.
Most events are free and take place at the Northern Maine Fairgrounds. With a family friendly focus and many opportunities for beauty, the Crown of Maine Balloon Fest has become a favorite part of summer in The County.
Schedule: Thursday August 24, 2023 4:00PM-8:00PM Craft Fair and Vendor Fair Open Commercial Building 4:00PM-8:00PM Food vendors Northern Maine Fairgrounds, brought to you by Thompson Financial Group 5:00PM Opening Ceremony Launch Field,…
Read More »We are continuing to develop plans for our upcoming Crown of Maine Balloon Fest, so continue checking back for latest event updates! Schedule Thursday, August 25, 2022 4:00pm-7:00pm: live music: wally and the virginian - Event Stage, brought…
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