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Welcome to The Canberra Balloon Spectacular 2026!

The Canberra Balloon Spectacular returns in 2026 from 14 - 22 March at Patrick White Lawns, Parkes.

Get closer than ever

Perfect for the whole family, enjoy a magical morning at the Canberra Balloon Spectacular. Marvel as hot air balloons rise over the city skyline at dawn, capturing the hearts and imaginations of all ages.

Meet our 2026 special shape balloon - Finley the Turtle!

We’re delighted to welcome Finley the Turtle from the UK as our special shape balloon for 2026. Finley made his maiden flight in Qatar in December 2025, and will make his Australian debut at the Canberra Balloon Spectacular!

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Hot air balloons in the sky over a scenic landscape with hills, trees, and a tower, during sunrise at the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
Hot air balloons flying over a scenic landscape with hills, trees, and water bodies during sunrise at the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
Hot air balloons near a bridge over a river at sunset with people watching and a person kayaking in the water at the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
Hot air balloons flying over a scenic landscape with hills, trees, and a body of water during sunrise with people observing from a grassy hill at the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
People photographing hot air balloons over a lake with hills and a tower in the background during the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
Crowd watching colourful hot air balloons at at the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
Crowd watching colorful hot air balloons at at the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
Hot air balloons over Lake Burley Griffin, Canberra, with a kayaker paddling in the foreground at the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
Red and white hot air balloon with stars, two people in foreground, trees and greenery, outdoor setting at the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
Group of people watching a red and white hot air balloon in the sky, with trees and landscape in the background at the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
Hot air balloon with cartoon face design flying over a hillside with people taking photos and trees in the background during the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
Colorful hot air balloon in sky with basket and pilot during the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
Scenic sunrise landscape with tree, people, and hot air balloons in the sky; grassy hills and distant mountains in the background at the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
People watching hot air balloons over a landscape at sunrise during the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
People watching hot air balloons at sunrise over hilly landscape with trees and the Telstra tower in the distance during the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
Hot air balloons in a scenic landscape with a sunset view, trees, and people taking photos at the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
Hot air balloons flying over a landscape at sunrise with trees, a lake, and distant hills during the Canberra Balloon Spectacular
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