Magic Over Murray 2026 · Murray, Utah
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General
Yes! Magic Over Murray is a free community event. We gladly accept parking donations and general donations to help cover the cost of putting on the festival. All donations go to the Murray Area Chamber Foundation to help businesses and youth with education.
Magic Over Murray takes place September 18–20, 2026 across two venues:
Morning Launch Site: Cottonwood High School, 5715 S 1300 E, Murray, UT 84121 — Friday, Saturday, and Sunday morning balloon launches and tethered rides.
Saturday Evening Site: Murray Park, 296 E Murray Park Ave, Murray, UT 84107 — STEM activities, food trucks, artisan market, DJ, and the Saturday Nightglow.
Morning Launch Site: Cottonwood High School, 5715 S 1300 E, Murray, UT 84121 — Friday, Saturday, and Sunday morning balloon launches and tethered rides.
Saturday Evening Site: Murray Park, 296 E Murray Park Ave, Murray, UT 84107 — STEM activities, food trucks, artisan market, DJ, and the Saturday Nightglow.
Friday, September 18 — 7:00 AM balloon launch, tethered rides 7:30–10:30 AM at Cottonwood High School.
Saturday, September 19 — 7:00 AM launch and tethered rides at Cottonwood HS in the morning. Afternoon/evening at Murray Park: STEM at 12 PM, Car Show at 2 pm, festival opens at 3 PM with food trucks, artisan market, DJ, and Nightglow at Dusk (approximately 7:30 PM).
Sunday, September 20 — 7:00 AM grand finale launch, tethered rides 7:30–10:30 AM at Cottonwood High School.
Saturday, September 19 — 7:00 AM launch and tethered rides at Cottonwood HS in the morning. Afternoon/evening at Murray Park: STEM at 12 PM, Car Show at 2 pm, festival opens at 3 PM with food trucks, artisan market, DJ, and Nightglow at Dusk (approximately 7:30 PM).
Sunday, September 20 — 7:00 AM grand finale launch, tethered rides 7:30–10:30 AM at Cottonwood High School.
Free parking is available at both venues. We gladly accept parking donations — every contribution helps make this event possible!
No, dogs and pets are not allowed at the event.
No. The airspace over the event is restricted by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Drones are not permitted.
Hot Air Balloons
Magic Over Murray 2026 will feature 13 hot air balloons — a mix of returning favorites and exciting new pilots from Utah and beyond.
All morning mass ascensions launch from Cottonwood High School (5715 S 1300 E, Murray, UT) at Sunrise (approximately 7 am) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and cameras!
All balloon launches are weather dependent. Wind, rain, and other conditions can affect whether balloons can safely fly. Arrive early and follow our social media for real-time updates on launch status.
A nightglow is one of the most magical things you'll ever see. Fully inflated hot air balloons are tethered to the ground and lit up after dark, glowing like giant lanterns against the night sky. They don't fly — they stay in place so you can walk right up to them, meet the pilots, and take amazing photos. It's the highlight of Magic Over Murray.
Free-flight balloon rides are available to event sponsors at certain sponsorship levels. View sponsorship packages here.
Tethered balloon rides are available to the general public for $25 in advance and $30 on-site. Rides run 7:30–10:30 AM on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at Cottonwood High School. Each ride is 10–15 minutes and is open to ages 3 and up.
Tethered balloon rides are available to the general public for $25 in advance and $30 on-site. Rides run 7:30–10:30 AM on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at Cottonwood High School. Each ride is 10–15 minutes and is open to ages 3 and up.
Get Involved
We'd love to have you! Volunteers get up-close balloon access and a front-row view of everything. No experience needed. Sign up here.
Food truck applications are open for all four serving slots across the weekend at $200 per day. Applications are due July 31, 2026. Apply here.
The Saturday evening artisan market features handcrafted and unique goods from local makers. Booth spaces are 10x10 at $200 per day. Applications are due July 31, 2026. Apply here.
Sponsorships range from $500 to $10,000 and include perks like balloon flights, booth space, logo placement, DJ shout-outs, and more. View all packages here.
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Magic Over Murray is a celebration of wonder, community, and unforgettable memories in the heart of Murray, Utah. Join us each September and discover the magic that's already here.
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