Hudson Hot Air Affair :: Hudson, WI
Hudson Hot Air Affair  ::  Hudson, Wisconsin   Hudson Hot Air Affair  ::  Hudson, Wisconsin

Hudson Hot Air Affair

The Hudson Hot Air Affair is the premier winter ballooning event and winter festival in the Midwest. Thousands of visitors head to the St. Croix Valley in west central Wisconsin on the first full weekend in February.

 

FLIGHT CONDITIONS

Ideal conditions:
–Light winds less than 6     mph
–Good visibility
–Sunshine or if cloudy,
     high cloud ceilings

Unfavorable conditions:
–Too strong wind, over
     8 mph OR no wind at all
–Poor visibility or
     low cloud ceilings
–Snow or rain
 

19th Annual Hudson Hot Air Affair
February 1 - February 3, 2008

"Mardi Gras! Balloons & All That Jazz"

 

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Real-Time Flight Information 

Welcome to the 19th annual Hudson Hot Air Affair. Join us for events such as an evening parade, hot air balloon launches, geocaching, shopping, smooshboarding, arts and crafts, hot air balloon moon glow and great food just to name a few. See the schedule for all the details and fun to be had by all. There’s something for everyone!
 

   

Sunday, February 3, 2008:

The Hudson Hot Air Affair invites you to join the pilots at EP Rock school even though the weather is not allowing the balloons to fly this morning. Check the schedule for other fun events today like the Lions Pancake Breakfast, Mardi Gras Super Sales, Taste of New Orleans and the Chili cook-off at Dick's Bar & Grill. Enjoy and Soft Landings!

 

Tune In 

If you do not have access to real time flight information via our web site,
please tune to any of the following stations for up to date information.

New Richmond

River Falls / Hudson

Stillwater

Twin Cities

WIXK 1590 AM or 107.1 FM

WEVR 1550 AM or 106.3 FM

WEZU 1220 AM

WCCO 830 AM

 

How to get There 


Directions to EP Rock School (Launch Field)
340 13th St S , Hudson, WI   [ view expanded map & get directions ]

Click for Larger Map & Directions

From MN – 94 East, Exit 1, Right on Coulee Road, Left at 4-way stop, Right on Summer St to EP Rock School.

From Stillwater - Hwy 35 S, Left on Coulee Road, Left at 4-way stop, Right on Summer St to EP Rock School.

From WI - 94 West, Exit 2, North, West on Frontage Road, Right at 4-way stop, Right on Summer St to EP Rock School.

Launch Field (EP Rock School) Regulations
No Pets, No Smoking, No Alcohol. Thank you for your cooperation.

 

 
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HOT AIR AFFAIR SOUVENIERS
Hot Air Affair souvenirs, apparel and collectibles are available at the Marketplace and Craft Sale at E.P. Rock School Gym and the Best Western Hudson House Inn during the event. Your purchases help support Hot Air Affair activities.
Hudson Hot Air Affair
JOIN IN!
Our sponsors and hard-
working, but fun-loving volunteers are the heart and soul of the Hot Air Affair. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or a volunteer,click here or call 888-AIR-AFFAIR (888-247-2332).

 
 
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