Hudson, Hot Air Affair :: Hudson, Wisconsin

Hudson Hot Air Affair :: Hudson, WI

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

Welcome to the 21st Annual

HUDSON HOT AIR AFFAIR
February 5-6-7, 2010

We will be updating the website as new information comes in. Plan ahead on joining us in February 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. We've left last years schedule up as events will be similar but we will update as the activities are planned.

Interested in volunteeering or sponsoring the event? The event is run entirely by volunteers and funded by our generous sponsors. Join the fun! See sponsors/volunteers page for more information.

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All balloon events are weather and wind permitting. The other events, however, are not as weather sensitive and will be held, if possible.

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

Twin Cities

WIXK 1590 AM or 107.1 FM

WCCO 830 AM

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.

Westconsin Credit Union

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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