The much-loved Wairarapa Balloon Festival will return in 2025, with a five-day festival of flying that delights locals, and draws in crowds from around the country. 

 

As one of the region’s flagship events, the festival will again take place over Easter, running for five days from Thursday 17 April  – Monday 21 April, with balloons taking to the skies, providing a spectacular visual display.

 

The lift-offs, known as “ascensions” in the ballooning world, will be over Masterton,  Carterton, Greytown and Martinborough, wrapping up with a mystery location on Easter Monday.

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Don't miss our Family Carnival on Saturday 19 April 2025. The Family Carnival provides five hours of action-packed entertainment, set in the stunning surrounds at Solway Showgrounds. 

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If you're interested in having a site at our new evening event, taking place on Saturday 19 April 2025, click here to register.