Exclusive 1859 Balloon Voyages for Groups
Make your special event one your friends and family will never forget by giving the gift of flight! Soar 350 feet above the prairie with the Close Encounter special. During regular hours, book your own exclusive voyage! Call Guest Services at 317.776.6006 ext. 266 or email Joyce Duvall at duvall@connerprairie.org for more information.
(During regular operating hours)
Groups Only
$10 per person (12-person minimum)
Group reservation must be made in advance through Guest Services
Close Encounter
(Before or after regular opering hours)
8:00-10:00 AM or 5:00-7:00 PM
$350 up to 50 persons ($7 per each additional person beyond 50)
$350 non-refundable deposit due at time of booking
Balloon Flights during Marsh® Symphony on the Prairie
Tickets are available at the Balloon Kiosk for balloon flights taking place from 6:00-9:30 pm. All balloon flights are subject to weather conditions. Tickets for Symphony on the Prairie balloon flights are $20 for guests (ages 2 and older) and $17 for Conner Prairie members. Apply a $5 sponsor discount coupon available at participating BPam/pm stores. If tickets are purchased and flights are cancelled due to weather conditions, a full refund will be issued.
Want to watch the fireworks from the 1859 Balloon? Tickets for July 2, 3 & 4 for the 9:45 pm flight are $50 for guests and $47 for Conner Prairie members. Limited tickets for the July 2, 3 & 4 fireworks balloon flight at 9:45 pm may be purchased in advance by calling Guest Services at 317.776.6006. Remaining tickets for the 9:45 pm flight on July 2, 3 & 4 will be sold starting at 5:30 pm that evening.
General Regulations
- Refunds are given if Conner Prairie cancels due to weather conditions.
- Guests should be checked in 15 minutes prior to their assigned flight time.
- Each guest aeronaut age 2 and over must have a ticket. NOTE: Children not accompanied by a parent or guardian must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. All children age 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- All balloon voyages are subject to availability and weather conditions.
- Ask about food and beverages for your balloon experience.
Ask about custom group options and exclusives. Call Guest Services at 317.776.6006 or 800.966.1836.
School groups: please contact Guest Services.