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SKYHIGH 
BALLOONING GREECE

Welcome to
SkyHigh Ballooning Greece

Where the sky becomes your path,

and every flight a story.

Step into a world where time slows down, and the earth unfolds beneath you like a living painting. With SkyHigh Ballooning Greece, you are not just flying — you are drifting into the poetry of the skies.

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Our hot air balloon journeys are crafted for those who seek more than travel, for those who long to feel wonder again. As dawn breaks and the sky blushes with light, you rise gently above hills, forests, and fields, guided only by the wind and the quiet rhythm of the moment.

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Whether you are celebrating something special or simply embracing the beauty of flight, this is an experience to be felt with the heart, remembered with the soul, and told as a story that lives on.

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Come fly with us.
Let Greece unfold beneath your feet — and the sky above carry you into something unforgettable.

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“Not just a balloon flight — a journey above the ordinary.”

Flight Experiences

Choose the journey that fits your dream.

From sunrise magic to private celebrations, our flights are designed for every occasion.

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Sunrise &  Sunset Scenic Flights 

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Private &
Romantic Flights

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Group Bookings & Celebrations

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Custom Experiences
(on request)

HOT AIR BALLOON EVENTS & FESTIVALS

SkyHigh Ballooning Greece organizes bespoke hot air balloon events and festivals that transform the sky into a stage of awe and celebration. Whether designed for public gatherings, private celebrations, or corporate activations, each event is a unique fusion of aerial magic, cultural expression, and emotional connection.

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From the soft glow of sunrise flights to vibrant night glow shows, our festivals create unforgettable moments that elevate communities and captivate audiences of all ages. Carefully curated with local collaborations and artistic direction, these events are more than spectacles—they are shared experiences that inspire wonder and bring people together under the open sky.

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Let your next celebration take flight.

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Upcoming Balloon Event

Thessaly Hot Air Balloon Festival

14 - 18 OCTOBER 2026

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Matsopoulos Mill – Mill of the Elves

TWO WORLDS

ONE MAGICAL EXPERIENCE

The skies above Trikala are about to fill with colour.

 

The Thessaly Balloon Festival 2026 returns this October — bigger, more spectacular and more magical than ever.

 

For the first time, the world of hot air balloons meets one of Trikala’s most iconic landmarks, Matsopoulos Mill – the Mill of the Elves, creating a unique five-day experience for locals and visitors alike.

 

From 14 to 18 October, colourful hot air balloons and their crews will take to the Thessalian skies, while every afternoon the historic Mill will transform into a vibrant setting filled with light, entertainment and unforgettable experiences.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

 

Hot air balloon flights over the spectacular landscapes of Thessaly, weather permitting, tethered balloon rides for visitors at the Festival grounds, and breathtaking Night Glow shows, when illuminated balloons light up the night and create a truly magical atmosphere.

 

16–17–18 OCTOBER | THREE EVENINGS FULL OF EXPERIENCES

 

On Friday 16, Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October, the Thessaly Balloon Festival comes alive with an even richer programme of entertainment.

 

Alongside the balloons and the spectacular Night Glow shows, Matsopoulos Mill will host live music, shows, happenings and a variety of activities for visitors of all ages.

 

And because every memorable experience deserves great flavours, the Festival will also feature a dedicated Food & Beverage Experience, offering a selection of food and drinks throughout the evening.

 

Come early, stay late, enjoy the atmosphere and experience an evening where hot air balloons, light, music, flavours and entertainment all come together in one extraordinary setting.

 

The full programme of shows, music and special activities will be announced gradually as we get closer to the Festival.

 

Five days dedicated to the sky, adventure, families, the city of Trikala and the beauty of Thessaly.

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LET’S LOOK UP.

 

The story is just beginning.

 

EXPERIENCE THESSALY FROM ABOVE

 

During the Festival, a limited number of free-flight hot air balloon experiences will also be available, offering visitors the unforgettable opportunity to discover Thessaly from a completely different perspective — from the sky.

 

Availability is limited, and advance booking is highly recommended.

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4–18 October 2026 | Trikala, Greece

Matsopoulos Mill – Mill of the Elves

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Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that will leave you speechless.

Want to see the magic in action?


Explore highlights from our past hot air balloon events and festivals—moments captured in light, color, and flight.

From scenic take-offs to vibrant community gatherings, these stories reflect the joy and impact of every experience we've created.

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Thessaly Greece 2024

HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL 

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Discover the Skies

HOT AIR BALLOON

FLIGHTS

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Theopetra Meteora 2024

HOT AIR BALLOON 

MUSIC SHOW

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Tanagra, Greece 2024

HOT AIR BALLOON SHOW & MUSIC EVENT

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Thiva Viotia, Greece 2022

HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL

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Arachova, Greece 2025

HOT AIR BALLOON 

EVENT

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