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The 12th Annual Cathedral City International Hot Air Balloon Festival takes flight November 20–22, 2026, presented by Agua Caliente Casinos! Three days of spectacular balloons, live music, nighttime glows, drone light shows, food, family fun and more. 🎈✨🔥 FRIDAY, NOV. 20 — FREE FOR ALL!
The festival opens at 5 PM with a U2 Tribute Concert, Mini Balloon Glow and Drone Light Show!
🎶 SATURDAY, NOV. 21
The party continues with Just A Girl — No Doubt Tribute, DJ A-One and multi-platinum recording artist ROBIN THICKE live at the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater! The evening culminates with the Official Festival Balloon Glow and Festival Drone Light Show.
🌅 PLUS: Morning balloon launches, tethered rides (weather permitting), food vendors, activities and incredible sights throughout the weekend.
📅 NOVEMBER 20–22, 2026
📍 Cathedral City & Rancho Mirage
🎟️ Friday is FREE | Saturday ticketed events
This is one of the Coachella Valley’s signature weekends — mark your calendars and come watch the desert sky light up!
For tickets, schedules and more information, visit https://www.cchotairballoonfest.com
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Cathedral City Amphitheater, 68526 Avenida Lalo Guerrero,Cathedral City, California, United States
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