Lakeshore Balloon Glow

Date and Time

Friday Aug 15, 2025
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM CDT

Schedule of Events*
5:00 PM: Event Begins | Food Trucks Open | Children's Area Opens
5:30 PM: Webfooters Water Ski Show in Manitowoc River
6:30 PM: Mischief & Magic Show in Children's Area
7:30 PM: Balloons Begin Inflating/Glowing along Manitowoc River
8:30 PM: Fireworks over Harbor

*Event times are weather-dependent and may be adjusted for safety. Updates will be communicated as needed.

Other Activities & Entertainment Include:
STEM Activities in Children's Area by Lakeshore First Robotics
Bounce Houses
Traveling Snake Guy
Aerial Dancers
Tot Spot Play Area (Children 5 & Under)
19 Food Trucks
Beer, soda and water available for purchase throughout event grounds
Music

Location

Downtown Manitowoc Riverfront

Fees/Admission

Thanks to our sponsors' generosity, the event remains a FREE, family-friendly event that is equitable to ALL families in Manitowoc County. There is NO ADMISSION to this event.

Check out the food trucks, children’s area, entertainment, enjoy the water ski show, and watch as local balloon pilots inflate and glow their hot air balloons, and end the evening with an awesome fireworks display. This event aims to boost both commerce and community engagement.

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Check out the food trucks, children’s area, entertainment, enjoy the water ski show, and watch as local balloon pilots inflate and glow their hot air balloons, and end the evening with an awesome fireworks display. This event aims to boost both commerce and community engagement.