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

'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.
22h ago

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

Balloons Over Vermilion 2025 Getting Closer!
But as always, with cooperation from Mother Nature, the top goal will be balloon launches both nights at 6:30 PM, followed by the balloon glows at 8 PM.
Jun 16, 2025

Balloons Over Vermilion "Christmas in March" Community Impact Awards Distributed; Eyes Now Turn to 2026
We are excited to announce that the total of Community Impact Awards presented today to 23 different organizations is $151,000, bringing our donation total over the last eight years to $685,000!" he added.
Mar 11, 2025

BALLOONS OVER VERMILION 2024 Set to Roll; Gates Open at 3 PM Both Fri July 12th, Sat July 13th
Of course, all flights are dependent on weather conditions. In addition to tethered balloon rides on Friday and Saturday there will also be helicopter rides available for purchase.
Jul 12, 2024