Tennessee's oldest town rings in Independence Day with an old-fashioned two-day celebration featuring live music, crafts…
Kingsport Fun Fest Balloon Race
📅 Saturday, July 11, 2026
🕐 6:00am – 11:59pm 📍 Kingsport Festivals
The Kingsport Balloon Race draws dozens of colorful hot air balloons that fill the early morning sky above Northeast Tennessee, with pilots launching in a breathtaking mass ascension. The accompanying craft fair features 200+ juried artisans, food vendors, and live entertainment throughout the day. Evening balloon glows — where pilots fire their burners in synchrony after dark — are a magical experience for all ages. A beloved anchor event within the broader Fun Fest celebration.
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