Delight in an array of bright colored hot air balloons floating surrounded by the Great Smoky Mountains this August in Townsend, Tennessee. The Great Smoky Mountains Hot Air Balloon Festival is a magical show that will feature professional balloonists lighting up the evening sky.  Starting at 4 pm this festival will also feature family friendly activities, live music, crafters demonstrating and selling their artisan goods. In addition there will even be tethered hot air balloon rides available.