Smiley's Dream Hot Air Balloon

08/25/2025

Say hello to our new basket and burners! We haven’t had the chance to fly lately due to some burner issues. Tyler is ready to be back in the air so we’re hoping to get Smiley’s back up within the next couple of weeks!

08/23/2025

ShopFest 2025 is right around the corner!

Join us on Saturday, Sept. 6 at Cory B. Wride Memorial Park from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Explore over 300 small businesses from across Utah, enjoy live entertainment, food trucks, bounce houses, hot air balloons, and more family fun throughout the entire day!

It's the biggest event of the year. You won't want to miss it!

https://shopfestutah.com/

Support local at Utah’s premier small business event!

08/07/2025

🎈✨ GLOW UP, UTAH! ✨🎈

Join us for a magical Night Glow at the Utah Hot Air Balloon Palooza! 🌌🎆

Watch the sky come alive as dozens of hot air balloons light up the night in a dazzling, choreographed glow. 🌈🔥 Bring your friends, family, blankets, and cameras—it’s an unforgettable evening under the stars.

🎶 Live music • Local eats • Family fun
💫 FREE admission!

Come early, stay late, and soak up the glow!

Tag your crew and make it a night to remember.

08/07/2025

07/24/2025

Hey all!
Thank you for following us these past weeks.

The festival starts the Friday after next, August 1st!! Tell everyone about it and prepare your schedule for all of the great events and activities we have planned!

Go check out https://www.mcballoonfestival.com/schedule to see everything we're putting together for you!
There will be LIVE music Friday night and all day Saturday, a 5K run, all sorts of food and craft vendors, a car show, a cardboard regatta, and, of course, balloons (and more)!!

07/24/2025

The count down is on to Vernal's Favorite event of the year!! We can't to see you SOAR with us!

07/24/2025

Help me wish a happy birthday to our pilot in training Tyler Evans! He’s been studying and working hard as he’s preparing to take his final tests soon. To those in Utah, happy Pioneer Day!

07/06/2025

Early morning but beautiful day for a flight in Heber. We loved seeing Smiley’s up in the sky with a lot of friends ❤️

07/05/2025

It’s amazing how one small decision, 30 years ago, changed everything.

What started as a simple visit to the Freedom Festival turned into a lifelong passion — and ultimately, a family legacy. Ballooning has given our family unforgettable memories, lifelong friendships, and a connection that spans generations. The Freedom Festival and 4th of July weekend will always hold a special place in our hearts 🇺🇸❤️

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July!! We hope everyone has a safe and fantastic 4th! 🇺🇸🧨🎇🎆

06/28/2025

07/07/2024

We are overwhelmed with the show of love and support for Keith. Our hearts are filled with gratitude just at the thought of today. Thank you for all of the comments, videos, and most of all the support and effort everyone has put in to make today the best it could be. We miss you Keith, more than you can imagine. But in true smiley fashion, we know that “it’ll all work out”.