Music, thrills, carnival rides, and memories. Hot air balloon tethered rides, light show, and night-time glow.*
Depends on weather and pilot approval.*
Two Texas weekends. Find your city and visit the venue for ticket updates.
NOV
Tickets
Start @ $14.75*
+ Service Fees
Friday, Saturday & Sunday | November 13–15, 2026
Gomez Western Wear Arena (Mesquite Arena)
Carnival: Fri, Sat & Sun
BalloonaPalooza Glo: Fri, Sat & Sun
DJ Blondie: Fri & Sat
Pierr Nelson Elvis Crespo Tribute: Fri
Yeisi & Anthony Quintero: Sat & Sun
Adassa: Sunday Only
Purchase Tickets ↗NOV
Tickets
$15.00*
+ Service Fees
Friday, Saturday & Sunday | November 20–22, 2026
Fort Bend Epicenter
Carnival: Fri, Sat & Sun
BalloonaPalooza Glo: Fri, Sat & Sun
DJ Blondie: Fri & Sat
Pierr Nelson Elvis Crespo Tribute: Fri
Yeisi & Anthony Quintero: Sat & Sun
Adassa: Sunday Only
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Thrill Extravaganza: Fri, Sat & Sun
(priced separately w/o combo package)
Bring your products, food, or business to the festival and connect with the community! Explore event details, booth options, and vendor information, then contact our team to confirm availability and reserve your space. Contact Hector today!
Vendor Info & Agreement ↗01
Experience a tethered balloon ride starting just before sunset. Rides are purchased separately on site and depend on weather and pilot approval.
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Discover separately ticketed indoor entertainment at each venue: Thrill Extravaganza!
Check your venue’s event listing for schedules and admission.
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Live entertainment, DJs, carnival attractions, food vendors, and activities to make day-time fun and night-time magic!
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Enjoy illuminated balloons in the evening. Depending on venue and day, gates typically open at 3pm. Glow is planned around 8pm nightly, weather permitting.
LIVE IN CONCERT!
With her blood and roots in the Philippines, Catarina Starke - known as DJ Blondie - doesn’t just play music, she curates moments. Her sets are more than sound.
People dance harder. People stay longer.
She’s built her following not just through fire sets, but by making every person feel like they’re part of something special.
From packed dance floors to VIPs that come back to see her work her magic, Blondie brings the kind of unforgettable experience that turns first-timers into loyal regulars..
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LIVE IN CONCERT!
Balloonapalooza GLO welcomes ADASSA — the voice of Dolores Madrigal from Disney’s Oscar-winning global phenomenon Encanto and a featured vocalist on the worldwide #1 smash hit “We Don’t Talk About Bruno.” The history-making song became a global sensation, topping the Billboard Hot 100, while the Encanto music went on to achieve an extraordinary three-win Grammy sweep across its nominated music categories, adding to the film and soundtrack’s remarkable awards legacy.
Hear the magic of Encanto LIVE! Adassa will take the Balloonapalooza GLO stage performing “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” and fan-favorite music from Encanto, followed by a limited-capacity Meet & Greet and photo opportunity.
Best of all, Adassa’s live appearance is included with Balloonapalooza GLO festival admission—giving families a special opportunity to see and meet the voice of Dolores as part of Sunday’s festival experience.
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ADJACENT TO BALLOONAPALOOZA GLO - INSIDE THE VENUE
Please note: This is event is sold seperately. However, BalloonaPalooza Glo + Thrill Extravanga Combo ticket is available.
Please note: This is event is sold seperately. However, BalloonaPalooza Glo + Thrill Extravanga Combo ticket is available.
Adrenaline-pumping Globe of Death, the breathtaking Human Cannonball, and the gravity-defying Space Wheel, mesmerizing aerial acrobatics, hand balancers, singers, and dancers!
LIVE IN CONCERT!
YEISI (Juan Carlos Peña Jr.) is a rising Tejano singer, songwriter, and elementary school music teacher from the Rio Grande Valley, Texas. He burst onto the music scene with his 2020 debut album Romance Tejano, produced alongside multi-Grammy winner Gilbert Velasquez, establishing a signature romantic style inspired by classic icons like Selena and Bobby Pulido. His distinct sound has earned him multiple Tejano Music Awards nominations, including Best New Artist, and led to collaborations with prominent industry names like El Plan, Las Fenix, and Ram Herrera.
Arturo Quintero is an emerging singer, songwriter, and high-energy dancer who is making waves in the modern regional Mexican and Tejano music scenes. Based out of the Rio Grande Valley, Texas, he initially gained widespread popularity through TikTok, where his charismatic dance videos, cumbias, and huapangos earned him over 670,000 followers. Deeply inspired by working alongside genre legends like Sergio Degollado of Grupo Control, Quintero has successfully transitioned into a powerhouse live performer, drawing large crowds at major Texas regional events like Pharr's Avocado Fest and McAllen's Fiesta de Palmas. His solo music career is anchored by popular releases like his breakout 2026 single "Sin Miedo," which blends romantic regional rhythms with a modern, youthful edge.
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LIVE IN CONCERT!
Pierr Nelson (full name Pierr Nelson Castillo) is a Peru-born, Texas-based performing artist, entertainer, and marketing professional widely recognized for his high-energy impersonation and tribute acts dedicated to Merengue icon Elvis Crespo. Based in the Houston area, Castillo serves as the CEO of Top Star Marketing & Events and performs under the stage name "The PartyKing," fronting a full live band to replicate the vibrant choreography and distinctive vocals of Crespo at major regional venues like the Kemah Boardwalk. His deep connection to the legendary artist is further reflected in his role as the Vice President of the official Elvis Crespo Live Fan Club, a position that complements his own burgeoning career as an independent artist following the release of his debut Latin/Merengue single "I Feel Good".
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AFTER DARK. ALL TOGETHER.
Bring your favorite people for a night of glowing balloons, music, family fun, and festival flavors. Explore at your own pace, find your next adventure, and stay for the glow.
Balloon activities are weather dependent. Attraction availability and schedules may change. Review event details and guest policies before purchasing.
MEET OUR AFTER-DARK EXPERIENCE
Illuminated balloons meet colorful lights, music, and an electric festival atmosphere. GLO is where Balloonapalooza lights up the night.
Discover GLOBE PART OF THE EXPERIENCE
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Let’s talkChoose your city for venue listings and ticket updates. Applicable taxes and service fees are additional. Balloon rides and attractions Depends on weather and pilot approval.*