Come for the weekend and explore Hillsborough's many small town attractions

2010 Events & Entertainment Schedule

Subject to change without notice

Thursday, July 8, 2010
  • 6 PM: Carnival Midway opens
  • 6 PM - 10 PM: Plus Johnny has been wowing audiences in the ski areas and beach resorts for years with their mix of great songs and great sounds. Their mixture of classic rock and and modern songs is sure to have something for all. From Johnny Cash to John Mayer, Stevie Wonder to Stevie Nicks to Stevie Ray Vaughn, Rascal Flatts to Michael Buble, these guys do it all - and do it well! Don't miss this one!
  • Military Appreciation Night: Free Parking, Bracelets ½ Priced, Military ID required. Come to the Administration trailer for tickets.
  • 10 PM: Closing time

Friday, July 9, 2010
  • 5 PM: Carnival Midway Opens
  • 5 PM: Lawn Tractor Pull Registration
  • 5 PM: Lawn Tractor Pulls
  • 6 PM: Balloon Lift Off (weather permitting)
  • 6:30 PM: The Balloon Fest 5K Road Race Begins (weather permitting)
  • 8 PM: Dusk Balloon Night Glow (weather permitting)
  • 8 - 11 PM: Mama Kicks - Voted #1 Band by New Hampshire Magazine!
  • 11 PM: Closing Time

Saturday, July 10, 2010
  • 6 AM: Balloon Lift Off (weather permitting)
  • 6 AM: Rise & Shine Pancake Breakfast at Grimes Field, $5 Admission (serving till 9 AM)
  • Noon: Carnival Midway Opens
  • 1 PM: Sky Divers
  • 1 PM: Four Wheeler Mud Bogs ($5 admission)
  • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Balloon Zoo
  • 2 PM - 4 PM: Vallari's Self Defense Demonstration
  • 3:00 PM: Francestown Cloggers
  • 3 PM: Sky Divers
  • 4:00 - 4:30 PM: Monadnock Mavericks Line Dancers
  • 6 PM: Balloon Lift Off (weather permitting)
  • 7 PM - 10 PM: Angela West & Showdown
  • 10 PM: Grand Finale Fireworks - Best in the Area (weather permitting)
  • 11 PM: Closing Time

Sunday, July 11, 2010
  • 6 AM: Balloon Lift Off (weather permitting)
  • 6 AM: Rise & Shine Pancake Breakfast at Grimes Field, $5 Admission (serving till 9 AM)
  • Noon: Hometown Parade, "Celebrating Community Spirit"
  • Noon: Midway Opens
  • 1 - 3 PM: Katie Rose - Singer/Songwriter, born & raised in New Hampshire, singing her original music in addition to popular songs from Jewel, The Eagles, John Denver, Michelle Branch and many more.
  • 2 PM: Old Fashioned Fireman's Muster
  • 2 PM: Classic Car Show
  • 6 PM: The Last Balloon Lift Off (weather permitting)
  • 8 PM: Closing Time

Balloon liftoffs, tethered rides and nightglow events subject to weather conditions.
In the event of rain out Saturday, Fireworks will be rescheduled for Sunday with Festival remaining open until 10 PM.