Balloons Over Vermilion 2025
July 11 – 12, 2025
Vermilion Regional Airport, Danville, IL
Admission & Parking
Hours: 3pm – 11pm
$5 per person
10 & under FREE with each paid adult
$5 parking – per vehicle
$25 RV parking – no utilities or water
Tickets available at gate – CASH ONLY (ATM’s on site)
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Latest Balloons Over Vermilion News

BOV 2025 Wraps Up with Flights Across the Airport Grounds; Amazing Glow after Dark
A great Saturday evening crowd on hand watched as they were inflated, watched as they took off, and watched as they landed.
Jul 14, 2025

Balloons Over Vermilion | Student Ambassadors Delight in Role
As junior balloon pilots, they asked lots of questions of pilots Dean Carlton and Larry Owen and learned a lot about hot-air ballooning.
Jul 10, 2025

Balloons Over Vermilion Set to Soar July 11-12, 2025
"Each year, Balloons Over Vermilion grows in energy, attendance, and impact," said Carly Goodwin, Event Coordinator. "We're thrilled to bring back this beloved event with even more ways to eat, play, connect, and enjoy the magic of hot air balloons all around us."
Jul 07, 2025

'Kids Zone' Returns to Balloons Over Vermilion 2025
One of the most anticipated features of Balloons Over Vermilion, the Kids Zone continues to grow to meet the excitement of young festivalgoers. With activities designed for children of all ages, the area will be open from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. both days of the festival.
Jul 03, 2025

Woman Who Spearheaded Local Tourism Retires
The woman who has spearheaded tourism in Vermilion County for decades was honored Tuesday during a retirement party at the Palmer Arena. Bill Pickett has the story.... Rhonda Ellis, who has worked in the Danville Area Visitors Bureau Office for the past eleven years, has been named interim Director. Gary Hackler, chai...
Jun 25, 2025