Glow on the O

Glow on the O

Friends of Vienna’s Glow on the O Hot Air Balloon festival is Saturday, October 17, 2026!

Glow On the O is back again for their third annual Balloon Glow! Enjoy an evening of hot air balloons glowing along the Ohio River, tethered balloon rides, inflatables & fall-themed games, a pumpkin decorating, a performance by Luke Colombo and delicious local food trucks.

The tethered balloon rides are $15, with cash, debit and credit accepted. All other activities are free.

Bring the whole family and celebrate fall with us!

For the latest information, click here, or call 304-916-7895.

Event Schedule

1 p.m.

• Pumpkin Decorating Registration Begins
• Free Inflatables open
• Food Trucks open

3 – 5 p.m.

• Kids Games
• Luke Colombo Music Performance

4:30 p.m.

• Tethered Balloon Ride Tickets Go On Sale: $15/Person
• Pumpkin Decorating Contest Ends

5 – 8 p.m.

• Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides

7 p.m.

• Balloon Glow on the Ohio River

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