A hot air balloon drifts past Lewiston landmarks during the 2023 Great Falls Balloon Festival. Andree Kehn/Sun Journal
The Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival is happening Aug. 16 to 18 at Simard-Payne Park in Lewiston.
It was announced in May that the long-running Great Falls Balloon Festival was canceled because of logistical issues and safety concerts.
Soon after, city officials in Lewiston said that the festival would go on, with a new name.
Along with hot-air balloons, including ones you can take rides in (with a reservation), the festival will feature food, an artisans and makers trade show, a parade, and entertainment.
The theme of the festival is “Rise Together.”
On Saturday, the Motors on Main classic car show runs from noon to 5 p.m. at Festival Plaza and Main Street in Auburn.
From 6 to 10 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday, there’s a pancake breakfast at the park.
For additional details, visit laballoonfest.org.
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