Folks, I think we just might finally be out of the woods! Many places in Maine experienced some of the best weather we’ve seen since last summer. All this lovely weather has us thinking about the warmer days to come. One of our favorite summer activities is going to the hot air balloon festivals taking place across the state. One of the best? The Great Falls Balloon Festival in Lewiston/Auburn!

The most wonderful balloon festival in the country takes place on the banks of the Androscoggin River in August!
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The Great Falls Balloon Festival attracts more than 100,000 people each year.
Great Falls Balloon Festival / Facebook
The event was created in 1992 and is considered one of the best in the ballooning world.
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Beyond balloons, the event features dozens of food vendors, both local and global.
Kathryn Lovejoy via Great Falls Balloon Festival / Facebook
There are also plenty of other fun activities throughout the weekend - including shows...
Great Falls Balloon Festival / Facebook
and a wonderful parade linked to the year's theme...
Great Falls Balloon Festival / Facebook

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and some...unique celebrations for the ENTIRE family!
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The river is the perfect place to see that beauty of these balloons, along with a view of the Great Falls.
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Great Falls Balloon Festival / Facebook
Come early and watch the set-up.
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Then, enjoy the intensity of these giant, larger than life balloons as they take flight!
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This year's event takes place from August 18 to 20th, 2017.
Great Falls Balloon Festival / Facebook
For more information on this year's theme and how to attend, click here!
Great Falls Balloon Festival / Facebook

We recently wrote all about some other great Maine festivals that take place in small towns around the state, click here to check them out!

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