In 2027, Gull Meadow Farms will be the host of the 8th FAI North American Hot Air Balloon Championship, which takes place from August 17 through the 22nd.
This will also coincide with the 15th anniversary of Kalamazoo Balloon Fest, which will be a huge draw to Southwest Michigan.
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MLive reported on the announcement, which apparently will be the first time this competition has been held in the United States since 1993:
About 55 hot air balloons are expected to participate, with elite pilots representing the United States, Canada and Mexico. The week-long championship will feature competitive flight tasks for top-ranked pilots alongside the community festival atmosphere of the Kalamazoo Balloon Fest…