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Another signature NJ festival cancelled in 2025
The announcement that attractions won't take to the air at Solberg Airport this summer comes in the wake of the grounding of the annual Atlantic City Airshow.
NJ Festival of Ballooning on hiatus as organizers ‘reimagine’ event
Citing “an exponential increase in operational costs” post-pandemic, organizers said the decision to pause the summer event for a year came after “months of difficult soul searching."
NJ Festival of Ballooning thrives in the face of strong headwinds
Despite the current economic realities that have left companies downsizing and households cutting back on spending, one of the state’s premier summertime attractions is still getting off the ground.
NJ Lottery Festival of Ballooning signs Icelandic Glacial as Official Water
The premium brand will present a VIP experience at the high-flying event later in July at Solberg Airport in Readington that offers prime viewing of the twice-a-day hot air balloon ascensions and dining options away from the crowds.
Balloon festival marks a milestone, businesses enjoy the ride (updated)
Each year, revenue from the event, along with the costs of producing the three-day celebration, translates into about $54.4 million into the local and state economies.
NJ Balloon Festival announces new title sponsor for 5K race
“As a family-owned business headquartered in New Jersey, Trinity Solar is excited to interact with families and members of the community at this very special event," Christopher Garner, corporate vice president of Trinity Solar, said. "We think this is a great opportunity to get to know people, and hope they get to know a little bit about the benefits of solar energy while enjoying the unique ex[...]
NJ Lottery renews title sponsorship of balloon festival
This summer marks the 40th anniversary of the high-flying, high-profile event and largest summertime hot air balloon and music festival in North America.
NJ Lotto Fest names new event director
William Hobbs will serve as festival director for the New Jersey Lottery Festival of Ballooning and for the Rock, Ribs & Ridges music and food festival, two multi-day events held annually each summer in northwestern New Jersey.
