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SUMMARY:FREE KIDS’ ICE FISHING EXTRAVAGANZA
DESCRIPTION:Ice fishing at the Perch Lake Road Boat Launch\, 497 Perch Lake Road. Equipment and mentors on site. Giveaways for all the participants. \nLimited parking at Perch Lake\, please take the shuttle to the site from Carbone’s Pizzeria/Willow River Saloon (1106 County Road A\, Hudson\, WI). \nSponsored by  Carbone’s Pizzeria/Willow River Saloon and The Empourium\, in cooperation with St. Croix County Alliance of Sportsman’s Clubs\, St. Croix County Parks and Fleet Farm.
URL:https://hudsonhotairaffair.com/event/kids-ice-fishing/
LOCATION:Carbone’s Pizzeria/Willow River Saloon\, 1106 County Road A\, Hudson\, 54016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Friendly,Hot Air Balloons,Hudson WI,Outdoor Fun
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SUMMARY:BALLOON LAUNCH - SUNDAY MORNING
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Morning Hot Air Balloon Launch on the EP Rock School grounds\, 340 13th Street South. This is an event highlight with 30+ hot air balloons in mass ascension flight.\n\nAll balloon inflations and flights are weather dependent.  \nIf the balloons are not able to fly on Sunday morning\, there will be a meet & greet with pilots on the launch field. \n\n\nHot air balloon flying is never guaranteed. Balloon rallies like Hudson Hot Air Affair require good weather conditions for balloon flights. If the balloons are not able to fly\, please remember there is so much more to do in Hudson. Enjoy the other Hudson Hot Air Affair events or check out the Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce website for Hudson Activities or Local Attractions. \nThe School will NOT be open so DRESS WARM and bring your camera.
URL:https://hudsonhotairaffair.com/event/launch-sun-morning/
LOCATION:EP Rock School\, 340 13th Street S\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Friendly,Hot Air Balloons,Hudson WI,Outdoor Fun
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SUMMARY:HOT AIR BALLOON MOON GLOW or FIELD of FIRE
DESCRIPTION:Hot air balloons light up the dark so bring your camera for this spectacular event!  In case of windy weather\, the Moon Glow becomes a Field of Fire. with baskets & burners. \nSponsored by Festival Foods. \nNotice: It will get colder after dark\, so DRESS WARM! Boots\, winter coat\, hat & mittens/gloves are recommended. \nCome early for this popular event. You don’t want to miss this as the balloon can only remain inflated/burners going for an hour.  \nPlan for heavy traffic and come early for the best parking.
URL:https://hudsonhotairaffair.com/event/moon-glow/
LOCATION:EP Rock School\, 340 13th Street S\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Friendly,Hot Air Balloons,Hudson WI,Music & Dance,Outdoor Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson Hot Air Affair":MAILTO:HotAirAffair@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:BALLOON LAUNCH - SATURDAY AFTERNOON
DESCRIPTION:This is an optional flight. This means that if the balloons are able to fly at the morning launch\, pilots can participate in the 3:00 flight at their discretion. However\, if the balloons are not able to fly in the morning (and if weather permits) there will be a mass ascension flight at 3:00 pm.\nThis is an event highlight! Inflations and flights are weather dependent.  \nHot air balloon flying is never guaranteed. Balloon rallies like Hudson Hot Air Affair require good weather conditions for balloon flights. If the balloons are not able to fly\, please remember there is so much more to do in Hudson. Enjoy the other Hudson Hot Air Affair events or check out the Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce website for Hudson Activities or Local Attractions. \nFood\, beverages\, concessions\, souvenirs and restrooms are available inside the school from 8am to 8pm.
URL:https://hudsonhotairaffair.com/event/launch-sat-afternoon/
LOCATION:EP Rock School\, 340 13th Street S\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Friendly,Hot Air Balloons,Hudson WI,Outdoor Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson Hot Air Affair":MAILTO:HotAirAffair@gmail.com
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T180512Z
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SUMMARY:PRIZE DROP FUNDRAISER for ST. CROIX VALLEY FOOD BANK
DESCRIPTION:Hot Air Affair fundraiser for St. Croix Valley Food Bank. \nJoin the fun and watch the Prize Drop event on Saturday\, February 7 at 2pm at EP Rock School grounds. Xcel Energy will drop hundreds of numbered balls from a bucket truck onto a target below. \nGet your ticket for a suggested donation of $5 for a chance to win a cash prize of $100 for 1st place\, $50 for 2nd place or $25 third place prize. You need not be present to win. Tickets available from the Food Bank (prior to HHAA) or on the launch field during Hot Air Affair. \nTicket details coming soon.
URL:https://hudsonhotairaffair.com/event/prize-drop-fundraiser/
LOCATION:EP Rock School\, 340 13th Street S\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Hudson WI,Outdoor Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hudson Hot Air Affair":MAILTO:HotAirAffair@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:SMOOSH BOARD COMPETITION
DESCRIPTION:Join in Hot Air Affair’s wackiest winter sport with 4 people strapped onto two Smooshboards. Prizes for each member of the competition winning team\, and individual prizes for the best “Sky Walkers return to Rock” team costumes. Smooshboards are be available\, but you are highly encouraged to make your own Smooshboards (Skis) for the competition. \nRegistration details coming in January. \nSponsored by Lindahl Event Services. 
URL:https://hudsonhotairaffair.com/event/smooshboard/
LOCATION:EP Rock School\, 340 13th Street S\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Friendly,Hot Air Balloons,Hudson WI,Outdoor Fun
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SUMMARY:ST. CROIX RIVER DUNK
DESCRIPTION:The Hudson Rotary Club is once again hosting the premiere winter fundraising event in the St. Croix Valley during the 7th annual St. Croix River Dunk at the Lakefront Park Beach. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Hudson to raise funds for St. Croix Valley non-profits and clubs. \nDetails and register your team at StCroixRiverDunk.com.
URL:https://hudsonhotairaffair.com/event/river-dunk/
LOCATION:Lakefront Park\, 505 1st St\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Hot Air Balloons,Hudson WI,Outdoor Fun
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UID:3693-1770449700-1770453000@hudsonhotairaffair.com
SUMMARY:BALLOON LAUNCH - SATURDAY MORNING
DESCRIPTION:BALLOON LAUNCH at EP Rock School grounds\, 340 13th Street S. 30+ hot air balloons in mass ascension flight. Concessions and souvenirs available. Event highlight! All inflations and flights are weather dependent.  \nPlease check the home page for flight decision before each scheduled launch. \nHot air balloon flying is never guaranteed. Balloon rallies like Hudson Hot Air Affair require good weather conditions for balloon flights. If the balloons are not able to fly\, please remember there is so much more to do in Hudson. Enjoy the other Hudson Hot Air Affair events or check out the Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce website for Hudson Activities or Local Attractions. \nFood\, beverages\, concessions\, souvenirs and restrooms are available inside the school from 8am to 8pm.
URL:https://hudsonhotairaffair.com/event/launch-sat-morning/
LOCATION:EP Rock School\, 340 13th Street S\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Friendly,Hot Air Balloons,Hudson WI,Outdoor Fun
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T031543Z
UID:3684-1770404400-1770408000@hudsonhotairaffair.com
SUMMARY:"SKY WALKERS RETURN TO ROCK" TORCHLIGHT PARADE
DESCRIPTION:The Torchlight Parade featuring prizes for the best overall parade unit\, the best hot air balloonist unit\, featuring prizes for the best overall parade unit\, the best hot air balloonist unit\, the best “Sky Walkers Return to Rock” themed unit and the best kazoo marching band. Hot air balloon pilots and crews displaying blasts of fire. \nParade participants line up at 6pm at Wells Fargo Bank parking lot and the parade travels down 2nd Street. Please call 715-828-7200 by noon on Friday\, Feb. 6th to register. \nParade sponsors include Culver’s of Hudson\, Dick’s Bar & Grill\, Hiawatha National Bank\, Hudson Bowling Center/Plaza Lounge\, Jonesy’s Local Bar & Grill\, Security Financial Bank\, The Oral Surgery Center\, Valley Agencies\, Inc.\, Valley Companies and Viking Electronics  \nFIREWORKS DISPLAY\, immediately after parade over Lakefront Park and the St. Croix River.  Sponsored by Andersen Windows and Doors.
URL:https://hudsonhotairaffair.com/event/parade/
LOCATION:Hudson WI\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Friendly,Hot Air Balloons,Hudson WI,Outdoor Fun
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SUMMARY:BALLOONING EDUCATION PROGRAM
DESCRIPTION:Classroom programs on hot air ballooning are presented in area schools. Learn how the beautiful hot air balloons fly in the Hot Air Affair printable educational booklet. \nThe Educational Program is sponsored by Hudson Daybreak Rotary\, Rotary Club of Hudson\, Spring Creek Dental\, The UPS Store-Hudson and Viking Electronics. \nDownload a digital version of the 2026 educational booklet here.
URL:https://hudsonhotairaffair.com/event/balloon-ed/
LOCATION:Hudson WI\, Hudson\, WI\, 54016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Friendly,Hot Air Balloons,Hudson WI,Outdoor Fun
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260416T001837
CREATED:20260118T213141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T213243Z
UID:4570-1768694400-1769903999@hudsonhotairaffair.com
SUMMARY:NAME the PORTA POTTY CONTEST
DESCRIPTION:Submit a name for the Name the Porta Potties Contest event on the Hot Air Affairs Facebook page.  Submit names and/or vote for your favorite name. \nThis year’s Hot Air Affair theme is fun Star Wars theme of the “Sky Walkers Return to Rock”. So put on your thinking hat (hope its a warm one) and let’s get creative and name those Frozen John\, Dark Planet Privy\, Obi-wan Commodebi\, The Frozen Carbonite Thunder Closet… \nSubmit a name on Facebook as a comment and/or vote here. \nThe porta potties names with the most “likes” & “loves” in Facebook event will be the winners. The names will be displayed at Hudson Hot Air Affair on the porta potties. \nThe contest ends on January 31\, 2026. \nSponsored by Integrity Cleaners. See hudsonhotairaffair.com/events for details. 
URL:https://hudsonhotairaffair.com/event/name-the-porta-potty-contest-2/
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Friendly,Hot Air Balloons,Hudson WI,Outdoor Fun
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