Spooktacular Hot Air Balloon Festival
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You’ll have a scary good time riding with Rainbow Ryders at the Spooktacular Hot Air Balloon Festival.
Tethered Rides
Please note: Tickets are first-come, first-served and are only sold on-site (cash and card accepted). All ballooning activities are weather permitting
Join us for a three-day, fun-filled Halloween experience from October 24-26, 2025! This event will be held at the Salt River Fields in Scottsdale, Arizona.
In addition to hot air balloons serving as a trick-or-treat stop, Rainbow Ryders offers tethered balloon rides, which are sold on site. Rides last around 10 minutes, go about 50 feet in the air, and are $30 per adult and $20 per child.
About the Festival
At this annual Halloween-themed event in Scottsdale, Arizona, there are over 20 hot air balloons from around the country, each anchored to the ground and serving as a trick-or-treat stop. While the balloons light up from the inside, trick-or-treaters can make their way through the event to pick up candy or enjoy a tethered ride. There are also performances from local dance studios, DJs, food, and more!
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