Ottawa 
Events Description
Traditionally held during the Labor Day weekend, the FMG – Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival, is the largest summer event in the Outaouais. Recognized for its diverse artistic programming and entertainment for the whole family, the FMG offers surprising activities in a magical atmosphere!
There is nothing more beautiful than the Lift-offs! This year once again, there will be dozens of hot air balloons. As always, the public will get to enjoy the ultimate experience:seeing the region from up high. And this year, there will be the low-cost tethered flights, more limited and less dizzying.
Who is it for?
all-ages
HOW MUCH
Tickets :
Daily Pass: $54.99 to $64.99
Carnaval Rides park rates
Beauce Carnaval Rides access – 1 day (unlimited rides for the day of your choice): $33.05
Balloon Rides: $399
How to get tickets?
Buy Online
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time: September 2 to 6, 2026
Site hours:
Thursday: 5 to 10:30 pm
Friday: 4 to 11 pm
Saturday: 6 to 8 am and 1 to 11 pm
Sunday: 6 to 8 am and 1 to 11:30 pm
Monday: 11 am to 5 pm
Hot Air Balloon Flights — around 6 am and 6:30 pm
Venue:
La Baie Park, 988, rue Saint-Louis
Gatineau (Québec) Canada J8T 2S4
3 entrances are available to the public.
– St-Louis entrance: 988 Saint-Louis Street
– La Baie entrance: 93 de la Baie Street
– Jacques-Cartier entrance: 1089 Jacques-Cartier Street
Paid parking will be available near the entrance of the Festival.
