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FLOAT 2026 - USA
2026-01-23 16:00 - 2026-01-29 01:00 UTC | The Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, 2500 E 2nd St, Reno, NV, 89595, United States
FLOAT are officially now the largest attended balloon artist convention in the world, featuring the most sponsors and the largest overall footprint of space compared to anyone and everywhere else. With 1000 projected attendees, 50 general classes, optional Master and Bonus classes, social events, competitions, vendors and more, FLOAT 2026 is the biggest and boldest event yet.
Formal start date is January 25 2026, but “Pre-Funk” activities begin as early as January 23, 2026 with the FLOAT “After Party” officially taking place on January 29th, 2026.
International Academic Rate (from outside the US – through Jan 2, 2026) – $575.00 US
US Domestic Academic Rate (through Jan 2, 2026) – $795.00 US
Foundational (Beginner) Training Price (through Jan 2, 2026) – $550.00 US
Jamming / Networking Pass (through Jan 2, 2026) – $395.00 US
Weekend Pass (through Jan 2, 2026) – $295.00 US
FLOATation VIP Pass – $895.00 (does not include the price of registration – VIP access is a separate charge)
