Food And Vendors Round Out Havasu Balloon Festival Experience

By Janet Cruz

The Havasu Balloon Festival brings colorful hot air balloons which fill the skies each year, but besides the balloons, the event also brings many local and out-of-state vendors to the festival grounds where visitors can also enjoy food and shopping for all ages.

Many food trucks and food booths serve classic fair favorites and sweet treats, along with arts and crafts vendors featuring handmade items such as jewelry, artwork, home décor and gifts.

“We have some great Belgium Truffles, nut filled chocolates, coffee bean chocolates and a variety of Fudge treats, ” said Suzanne Messina, Vendor and Owner of Fudgy Wudgey which is based out of Las Vegas and new to the Balloon Festival.

“We found out about the event word of mouth and are glad to be here,” Messina said.
Commercial and retail vendors also line the festival area, selling clothing, accessories, novelty items and festival merchandise.

“We have a lot of gems here, some clothing and metal work and handmade craved bone work,” said Ava Knight who traveled from New Hampshire at the Wormtown Trading co. booth.

Wormtown Trading CO. Janet Cruz/ RiverScene

“ This is my third year here and my favorite part is the scenery in Lake Havasu, the water and the mountains.” said vendor James Baker also with Wormtown Trading Co.

Wormtown Trading Co. Vendor James Baker. Janet Cruz/ Riverscene

In addition, nonprofit and community organizations are on hand with informational and fundraising booths, giving attendees a chance to support local causes while enjoying the festivities.

Vendor areas run alongside balloon launches and carnival activities, making them a part of the overall festival experience.

Traditional fair food such as lemonade, burgers, popcorn and corn dogs can also be found along with coffee and alcoholic beverages as well. The festival also offers a few carnival rides and game booths too.

Donuts by Eleveneses booth based out of North Dokota serving tasty donuts Janet Cruz / RiverScene

Fresh large maple and vanilla donuts served at the food commons at the Balloon Festival all weekend. Janet Cruz/ Riverscene Magazine

So come hungry and ready to browse, eat and support the event that adds to the community, and has made the Havasu Balloon Festival a signature winter event in Lake Havasu City.

Christy From Glendale AZ enjoys a warm coffee offered at Sweet Sea Breeze Crepes Food Truck.

The 2026 Anderson Toyota Balloon Festival runs through Sunday. The festival is located at 699 London Bridge Road. Windsor 4. General admission tickets are $20.00 at the gate. For more information, visit www.havasuballoonfestival.com