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The FireLake Fireflight Balloon Festival will offer two days of balloon glows, balloon launches and rides, and family friendly entertainment in Shawnee, OK.

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‼️NEW in 2026‼️Festival-goers should be aware that Fireflight Balloon Festival will implement a Clear Bag Policy during the 2026 Festival this August 7 & 8 for the safety of all our guests. Visit https://t.co/Z0fe4L6NS5 for more details.

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The drone show is BACK at Fireflight Balloon Festival for 2026, produced by LimeLight Productions. Don't miss it! The drone show is FRIDAY ONLY, starting about 9 p.m. after the balloon glow, weather permitting.

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Fireflight Balloon Festival is pleased to announce our headlining concert artist, Austin Snell! Snell will perform in a FREE outdoor concert Saturday, August 8 at 9 p.m.

Learn more about Snell on our mobile app, and mark your calendars for a show you don't want to miss!

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Whatever your age, whatever your pace, the Fireflight 5K fun run & walk is for everyone! The 5K kicks off the second day of the Fireflight Balloon Festival at 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 8. Learn more and register at https://t.co/9nlGbfDJ2p!

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Clear Sky Tours will offer helicopter rides during the 2026 Fireflight Balloon Festival! The cost is $60 per person, and rides will be offered 6-9 p.m. Friday, August 7, and 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday, August 8.

Find a full schedule of events on our mobile app.

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🎈UP, UP, and AWAY 🎈Yes, you can take a hot air balloon ride at Fireflight Balloon Festival! A limited number of flights are available for purchase each year. Registration opens in July. Download our mobile app to be notified when registration opens!

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FAQ: How much does Fireflight Balloon Festival cost? Admission to the festival is free, including parking and live entertainment. Guests are encouraged to bring cash for the vendor market, food trucks, tethered rides ($25), and kids' zone ($10). There is one ATM on site.

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Touch-A-Truck returns to FireLake Fireflight Balloon Festival on August 8! This free attraction gives guests of all ages a hands-on experience with vehicles and equipment from first response, emergency management, and construction and utility organizations throughout the area.

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Touch-A-Truck returns to FireLake Fireflight Balloon Festival on August 8! This free attraction gives guests of all ages a hands-on experience with vehicles and equipment from first response, emergency management, and construction and utility organizations throughout the area.

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FREE live music August 7 & 8 at FireLake Fireflight Balloon Festival! Keep an eye out for concert lineup announcements coming soon 👀

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🐾Your chance to meet creatures and critters of all kinds during Fireflight Balloon Festival! A petting zoo by PAWsitively Wild Animal Encounters & Education Center will be open from 5-8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, August 7 & 8. This attraction is FREE!

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✨ BALLOON GLOW ✨Always a crowd favorite and a perfect photo op, hot air balloons fill the balloon field at dusk each night of the FireLake Fireflight Balloon Festival, August 7 & 8 for a display of light and color. For a full schedule of events, download our mobile app.

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BEYOND THE BALLOONS | Kids enjoy unlimited inflatable and carnival rides for just $10 during Fireflight Balloon Festival! The Kids' Zone is open beginning at 4 p.m. on Friday, August 7, and 12 p.m. on Saturday, August 8. Find a full event schedule in our mobile app!

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BEYOND THE BALLOONS | Kids enjoy unlimited inflatable and carnival rides for just $10 during Fireflight Balloon Festival! The Kids' Zone is open beginning at 4 p.m. on Friday, August 7, and 12 p.m. on Saturday, August 8. Find a full event schedule in our mobile app!

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The official Fireflight Balloon Fest 2026 App is now available on the App Store and Google Play! Download now and stay in the know about exclusive offers, festival news, and more 🎈

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That's a wrap on Fireflight Balloon Festival 2025! See you next year 🎈

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It's Balloon Fest Time!! 🤩🤩

🔵 Kids Zone
🟡 Live Music
🔵 Balloon Glows

Experience the FireLake Fireflight Balloon Fest in #ShawneeOK August 8 & 9.

Details and more Shawnee fun at https://t.co/VuZLEED9De and download the official Balloon Fest app.

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The Outdoor Nation Expo in #ShawneeOK is here! Head over to FireLake Arena! It's packed with everything for outdoor enthusiasts.

A wide array of vendors, engaging demos, and exciting activities designed to help you gear up for your next adventure.

Friday Noon-9pm.

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🎈☁️ ENTER TO WIN a FREE balloon flight during an exclusive pre-festival event on the evening of Thursday, Aug. 7. To enter, download the Fireflight Balloon Festival app at https://t.co/u9U9c4iwI1 and fill out the "sweepstakes" form. Winner selected at random on Friday, Aug. 1!

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TWO WEEKS Balloon Fans!! 🤩🤩

🔵 Kids Zone
🟡 Live Music
🔵 Balloon Glows

Plan to experience the @FireLakeBalloon Fest in #ShawneeOK August 8 & 9.

Details and more Shawnee fun at https://t.co/VuZLEED9De and download the official Balloon Fest app.