Georgia Air Shows and Balloon Festivals
Let your spirit soar with these high-flying festivals happening in Georgia this summer and fall!
There's nothing quite like the delightful sight of colorful hot air balloons floating slowly through the sky or the heart-pounding thrill of seeing stunt pilots speed within inches of each other in vintage and military aircraft. Experience the amazing sights with your fellow aviation fans at these summer and fall events throughout Georgia.

Air Force Thunderbirds
Augusta Air Show
Don’t miss the Augusta Air Show, featuring the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds at the Augusta Regional Airport on May 13-14, 2023. Witness incredible aerial maneuvers up close as they demonstrate their precision and speed with breathtaking stunts and formations. See displays from some of the most skilled pilots in the world, with a lineup of thrilling performances including the F-16 Viper Demo, C-17 Globemaster III Demo, Red Bull Air Force, and more!

Hot air balloon over Helen, Georgia. Photo by @david_bristol
Helen to the Atlantic Hot Air Balloon Race
Look to the skies as the United States’ only long-distance hot air balloon race rises over the Alpine Village of Helen starting June 1, 2023. While the Helen to the Atlantic Hot Air Balloon Race continues throughout the weekend, other balloonists will compete in events in Helen with balloon flights each day.

Callaway Resort & Gardens in Pine Mountain, Georgia
Labor Day Weekend Hot Air Balloon Glows
Go up, up, and away on Labor Day weekend at Callaway Resort & Gardens in Pine Mountain. In addition to the regular Callaway lineup of fun, the Hot Air Balloon Glows light up each night on Robin Lake Beach, and fireworks take over the sky.

Planes performing at the Atlanta Air Show
Atlanta Air Show
Expect to see dramatic, high-flying stunts at the Atlanta Air Show on Oct. 7-8, 2023, at Atlanta Regional Airport – Falcon Field in Peachtree City. The event will feature flight performances from some of the nation’s top military and civilian pilots, and aircraft displays on the ground. Tickets go on sale Memorial Day weekend; save big and reserve the best seats during the first week of ticket sales!