KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI — Richland’s Gull Meadow Farms will host the 8th FAI North American Hot Air Balloon Championship from Aug. 17-22, 2027, marking the first time the prestigious competition has been held in the United States since 1993.
West Michigan Balloon Events and Event Director Derrick Jones announced the championship will take place at Gull Meadow Farms during the 15th anniversary celebration of the Kalamazoo Balloon Fest.
About 55 hot air balloons are expected to participate, with elite pilots representing the United States, Canada and Mexico…