Simpson Night at the National Balloon Classic
DATE
August
03,
2026
TIME
4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
LOCATION
1136 150th Ave, Indianola
Event Details
Join us Monday, August 3 at the National Balloon Classic and experience one of Indianola’s favorite summer traditions alongside fellow Simpson alumni, faculty, staff, and friends.
In addition to 100+ hot air balloons with pilots from around the world participating in the evening mass ascension from the balloon field, August 3 is “Mascot Night,” and you can bet Thunder will be there competing against other mascots in a friendly target toss from a balloon! You’ll also enjoy the colassal kite display and live music by DJ Nick, plus other entertainment. Vendors will be on site with a variety of food and drinks available for purchase.
Alumni and current faculty/staff receive a free ticket, and additional tickets in our reserved area are available for just $12 each, so feel free to bring family and friends along for the fun.
Event Details:
National Balloon Classic
Monday, August 3
Gates open and live music begins at 4:00 pm, but feel free to come and go as you’re able
Register and purchase additional tickets HERE.
More specific guest information and policies can be found in the National Balloon Classic’s guest guide.
National Balloon Classic,
1136 150th Ave
Indianola, IA 50125 United States
Indianola, IA 50125 United States
Organizer
Name: Elyse Morris
Email: elyse.morris@simpson.edu
Phone:
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Join us Monday, August 3 at the National Balloon Classic and experience one of Indianola’s favorite summer traditions alongside fellow Simpson alumni, faculty, staff, and friends.
In addition to 100+ hot air balloons with pilots from around the world participating in the evening mass ascension from the balloon field, August 3 is “Mascot Night,” and you can bet Thunder will be there competing against other mascots in a friendly target toss from a balloon! You’ll also enjoy the colassal kite display and live music by DJ Nick, plus other entertainment. Vendors will be on site with a variety of food and drinks available for purchase.
Alumni and current faculty/staff receive a free ticket, and additional tickets in our reserved area are available for just $12 each, so feel free to bring family and friends along for the fun.
Event Details:
National Balloon Classic
Monday, August 3
Gates open and live music begins at 4:00 pm, but feel free to come and go as you’re able
Register and purchase additional tickets HERE.
More specific guest information and policies can be found in the National Balloon Classic’s guest guide.