Friday, August 28, 2026 through Sunday, August 30, 2026
Hosted by Crown of Maine Balloon Fest
Northern Maine Fair
84 Mechanic Street, Presque Isle, ME, 04769
About
The annual Crown of Maine Balloon Festival in Presque Isle, commemorating the 1978 launch of the Double Eagle II — the first hot air balloon to cross the Atlantic. Features hot air balloon launches, kids' activities, food, music, and family-friendly fun across three days at the Northern Maine Fairgrounds. All balloon activities are weather dependent.
The annual Crown of Maine Balloon Festival in Presque Isle, commemorating the 1978 launch of the Double Eagle II — the first hot air balloon to cross the Atlantic. Features hot air balloon launches, kids' activities, food, music, and family-friendly fun across three days at the Northern Maine Fairgrounds. All balloon activities are weather dependent.