Are you ready to look up? Because the Lubao International Balloon and Music Festival is almost here, ready to welcome you to a weekend of pure magic. Whether you’re here for the aerial displays, the theme park rides, or the music, this 2026 edition promises to be the biggest yet. Here is everything you need to know about the upcoming festival:

Lubao International Balloon and Music Festival

Since its debut in 2014, the Lubao International Balloon and Music Festival has captivated its thousands of audiences with its unique blend of aviation spectacle, live music, and immersive on-ground experiences.

After a six-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the festival returned to the skies of Lubao last April 2025. More than 70,000 people flocked to Pampanga to celebrate its much-awaited comeback and enjoy hot air balloon flights and electrifying performances from your favorite local artists.

When and where will it be held?

The streak continues this 2026 with two days of breathtaking hot air balloon flights, thrilling attractions, and an exciting lineup of artist performances.

The Lubao International Balloon and Music Festival is happening on March 7 to 8, 2026 at Pradera Verde in Lubao, Pampanga.

What can you expect at the festival?

Over 25 colorful hot air balloons flown by both local and international pilots. You can hop on these balloon flights right there and then and experience the skies of Lubao.

Throughout the day, you can also enjoy a wide range of activities. You can sign up for the helicopter and ultralight rides to take in the magnificence of Pampanga’s landscape. You can even immerse yourself in nature with the crowd-favorite outdoor zoo attraction.

You can also find adrenaline-pumping rides, immersive attractions, and island-inspired adventures at Pradera Islands, the newest theme park destination in Pampanga, located within the sparkling grounds of Pradera Verde.

When you’re feeling peckish, you can enjoy the many delicious food bazaars around the festival.

Who is performing?

Once sunset comes around, the festival will transform into a dynamic concert experience. This year’s lineup includes:

Day 1

• Bamboo
• Kamikazee
• Hev Abi
• Flow G
• IV of Spades
• Jikamarie
• Illest Morena

Day 2

• Parokya ni Edgar
• Rico Blanco
• December Avenue
• Maki
• Arthur Nery
• Dionela

How much are tickets?

If you’re only attending one day, you can choose between:

• VIP — PHP 1,500
• General Admission — PHP 500

If you plan to go both days of the festival, you can purchase either:

• VIP — PHP 2,500
• General Admission — PHP 800

Where can you buy tickets?

Tickets are available at all SM Ticket outlets nationwide or online at www.smtickets.com.

The Lubao International Balloon and Music Festival 2026 is organized by BLUE SKIES Hot Air Balloon AdVentures Association Inc. and Forthinker, Inc., in partnership with Pradera Verde and Pradera Islands Theme Park, with the support of the Provincial Government of Pampanga.

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