Colorado Springs Labor Day Lift Off

The 50th annual Colorado Springs Labor Day Lift Off takes place from September 5 to September 7 at Memorial Park in Colorado Springs. This free, family-friendly event features morning hot air balloon launches, evening glows, drone shows, and live entertainment.

Daily Liftoff 7 a.m. – Every Morning

Experience roughly 70 hot air balloons floating effortlessly over the breathtaking Colorado Springs landscape at the 2026 Labor Day Lift Off.

Memorial Park is located at 1605 E Pikes Peak Avenue in Colorado Springs and serves as the primary site for the annual Colorado Springs Labor Day Lift Off.  Arrive at Memorial Park by 6:30 a.m. to watch all the gentle giants come to life during the morning lift off. There will be a mass balloon lift off each morning from 7 a.m. – 9 a.m. Families and children can be surrounded by the action and walk among the balloons as they inflate and launch.

Balloon Glows 7:30 p.m. – Saturday & Sunday

As the sun sets at Memorial Park, watch as hot air balloons “glow” amid the night sky. Balloon glows are perhaps the most spectacular part of any balloon festival.

The many balloons will inflate and ignite their burners, resulting in a magical dance. These spellbinding balloon glows are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. We recommend arriving early to check out local vendors and ensure prime parking.