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15th Annual Arizona Balloon Classic - Arizona's Premier Hot Air Balloon Race & Festival signup sheet

VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP – 15th Annual Arizona Balloon Classic

January 16–18, 2026 • Wild Horse Pass Festival Grounds • Gila River Indian Community
19593 S. 48th St, Chandler, AZ 85226

Start your engines — the Arizona Balloon Classic is turning 15 and bringing back hot air balloon racing to the skies of the East Valley!
We’re returning to the historic Wild Horse Pass Festival Grounds, where the Classic first launched in 2011, and we need an enthusiastic volunteer team to help make this our biggest and fastest-moving year yet.

If you love live events, teamwork, and the energy of competition — join our ABC15 Event Crew and be part of the action!
Event details: www.abcfest.com • Facebook: @ArizonaBalloonClassic
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Volunteer Check-In
The Volunteer Check-In Tent will be located near the main entrance, across the street from designated Volunteer Parking.
Please arrive 30 minutes before your shift for orientation, credentials, and assignment.
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Volunteer Perks
Shift volunteers receive:
✔️ 2 FREE event tickets
✔️ Snacks, drinks & meals during your shift
✔️ ABC15 Volunteer T-Shirt
✔️ FREE parking pass (emailed the week before the event)
Share the volunteer link far and wide—family, friends, coworkers—everyone’s welcome!
Questions? Email info@azeventsgroup.com
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Volunteer Training Day
Saturday, January 11th, 2026
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Wild Horse Pass Festival Grounds
19593 S. 48th St., Chandler, AZ 85226 United States
(Learn the ropes + get your free tickets to share!)
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Volunteer Roles Available:
• Balloon Crew (morning tasks & ascensions)
• Guest Services & Info Booth
• VIP / Hospitality Team
• Vendor & Sponsor Support
• Family Fun Zone & Kids Activities
• Stage + Entertainment Team
• Ticketing / Wristband Scanning
• Event Setup / Operations / Tear Down
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Thank You!
Your support helps power the 15th Annual Arizona Balloon Classic — now featuring competitive balloon racing, new attractions, and expanded crowd experiences.
We can’t wait to have you on the ABC15 Event Crew!

To sign up, select a row below

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What and when
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Vendor Check-In - Greet our vendors & sponsors. Help them get checked, distribute vendor packets. Vendors then get escorted to their space.
Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026 - 12 - 6pm
2
2
Vendor Check-In - Greet our vendors & sponsors. Help them get checked, distribute vendor packets. Vendors then get escorted to their space.
Thursday, Jan 15, 2026 - 8am - 5pm
2
2
Vendor Check-In - Greet our vendors & sponsors. Help them get checked, distribute vendor packets. Vendors then get escorted to there space.
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 - 8 - 11am
2
2
Volunteer Host – You will oversee volunteer check in and assignments.
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 - 6 - 9am
2
2
Volunteer Host – You will oversee volunteer check in and assignments.
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 - 6 - 9am
Sai Anjani N., Ramakrishna B.,
FULL
Volunteer Host – You will oversee volunteer check in and assignments.
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 - 11am - 6pm
2
2
Volunteer Host – You will oversee volunteer check in and assignments.
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 - 11am - 6pm
2
2
Site Operations – You will be assisting with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance, and overall event cleanliness of the event.
Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026 - 12 - 6pm
2
2
Site Operations – You will be assisting with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance, and overall event cleanliness of the event.
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 - 8am - 2pm
2
2
Site Operations – You will be assisting with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance, and overall event cleanliness of the event.
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 - 2 - 8pm
2
2
Site Operations – You will be assisting with the facilitation of site layout, set-up, maintenance, and overall event cleanliness of the event.
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 - 2 - 8pm
2
2
Entertainment/Stage – You will assist with the sound & lighting equipment as well as work with the Stage Manager.
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 - 3 - 9:00pm
2
2
Hospitality – You will assist with hosting VIPs, Pilots & Sponsors in the "HUB"
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 - 11am - 8pm
4
4
Hospitality – You will assist with hosting VIPs, Pilots & Sponsors in the "HUB"
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 - 11am - 8:00pm
4
4
Entertainment/Stage – You will assist with the sound & lighting equipment as well as work with the Stage Manager.
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 - 3 - 9pm
4
4
Event Ambassador – You will welcome visitors and answer general questions.
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 - 11am - 8pm
2
2
Tether Ride Team - Sell hot air balloon tether ride tickets, crew & escort out to the hot air balloons.
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 - 6 - 8pm
2
2
Tether Ride Team - Sell hot air balloon tether ride tickets and escort out to the hot air balloons.
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 - 6 - 8pm
Corinne B.,
1
1
Balloon Crew (Glow) – Pretty physical and will be working with pilots and their crews.
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 - 6 - 9pm
60
60
Balloon Crew (Ascension) – Pretty physical and will be working with pilots and their crews.
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 - 6 - 9:00am
60
60
Balloon Crew (Media Ascension) – Pretty physical and will be working with pilots and their crews.
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 - 6 - 9am
24
24
Balloon Crew (Glow) – Pretty physical and will be working with pilots and their crews.
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 - 6 - 9pm
60
60
Balloon Crew (Ascension) – Pretty physical and will be working with pilots and their crews.
Sunday, Jan 17, 2026 - 6 - 9am
10
10
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