05/16/2026
🎈 A colorful weekend vacation at Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic
May 23rd & 24th
🌅 Early morning: balloons
Wake up early and head to the fields at Point Mallard Park for one of the most awe-inspiring moments of the weekend, the morning balloon launch!
The air is cool, the crowd is hushed and then suddenly colorful balloons slowly rise into the sky.
🖼️ Shop vendors and artist at Decatur Art Guild Alabama Jubilee Arts & Crafts Show
After balloons head over to the event center at Point Mallard (across from the soccer field) to shop from over 130 vendors! This year they will have indoor and outdoor shopping! Saturday 7 to 7 & Sunday 8 to 6.
💦 Splash into summer
After shopping, lean all the way into summer at Point Mallard Park Water Park a local favorite and home to one of the first wave pools in the U.S.
* float the lazy river
* ride the slides
* cool off in the wave pool
It’s nostalgic, fun and the perfect contrast to the slow morning.
✨ tip: bring a change of clothes so you can head straight back out after
🍔 Afternoon: refuel + wander
Head back into town for a laid back lunch think burgers, sandwiches, pizza, BBQ, or something quick before the evening festivities ramp up.
Then take a little time to explore downtown:
* local shops
* iced coffee stops
* shaded sidewalks
🎶 Evening: festival energy
Return to Point Mallard Park for the heart of Jubilee.
* live music
* food vendors + festival treats
* families spread out on blankets
And then… the main event.
🎈 Night glow (don’t miss this)
As the sun sets, the balloons light up from within during the “balloon glow.”
Music, laughter &glowing skies
🌟 Your perfect Jubilee checklist
* sunrise balloon launch ✔️
* water park afternoon ✔️
* festival food ✔️
* live music ✔️
* balloon glow at night ✔️
