Friday afternoon at Ella Sharp Park brought out Jackson neighbors to day one of the Hot Air Jubilee — a long-standing tradition full of activities and amusements...and, of course, hot air balloons.

Hot air balloons lift off during the first night of the 2025Hot Hair Balloon Jubilee and night glow light up the park.

JACKSON, MI — Craig Elliott attended the first Jackson Hot Air Jubilee in 1983 as a newer pilot. His friend Larry Knight of Okemos, flying their green and white balloon, joined him. Elliott was ...

The Egyptian air force has brought a rare visitor to the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT), with the service showing one of its Antonov An-74T tactical transports in the static display.

JACKSON, Mich. (WILX) - The skies over Jackson are expected to be filled with hot air balloons this weekend, weather permitting. Pilots and crews are in town for the annual Hot Air Jubilee, a ...

The Hot Air Jubilee is a nonprofit event run by volunteers, with food vendors, kids’ activities, and craft booths adding to the weekend fun.

So those crews will be following that balloon throughout their flight, and we need to allow these crews to access all of the roads,” said Angela Madden, chair of the Hot Air Jubilee.

The Hot Air Jubilee has an array of activities planned for the weekend, including car shows, helicopter rides, balloon launches and vendors.

A scheduled media flight for the Hot Air Jubilee was canceled due to weather but pilots in the women's championship chose to launch.

Organizers are promising activities and food options galore...and, of course, plenty of balloons at this weekend's Hot Air Jubilee! Fox 47 News will be live from the Jubilee Friday starting at 5:30.

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Jackson residents welcome hot air balloons landing on their properties during the week of the Hot Air Jubilee, creating magical moments for homeowners and balloon enthusiasts alike.