Area 57
- Details Event Date: May 3, 2025

Area 57
🚀 Drones, Robots & Hot Air Balloons Take Over Warren Community College & Warren Tech!
Curious about the future of flight? WarrenUAS—the college’s nationally recognized Unmanned Systems Program—is bringing high-flying tech and hands-on fun to campus! From drones and combat robots to hot air balloon rides, this event is a STEM adventure you won’t want to miss.
⚡ Event Highlights:
🤖 Tech Zone
Drones on Display – Meet WarrenUAS experts & see cutting-edge UAVs in action!
Combat Robot Showdown – Check out wreckage from 1lb & 3lb Beetleweights, Plastic Ants & Antweights!
FIRST Robotics Teams – Watch student-built competition robots up close.
🎈 Sky High Adventures
How a Hot Air Balloon Works – Demo by RE/MAX of NJ.
Special Shape Balloon – A whimsical giant you’ve gotta see!
Tethered ides – Soar with Fred G Monster Balloon (small fee)
.
👐 Hands-On Fun
Fascination Place – Kid-friendly STEM activities.
Build & Launch a Rocket at Moon Base: Launch Pad 57!
Autocades Mobile Arcade – Retro & sci-fi gaming fun.
🎟️ FREE for Students, Veterans & Seniors | $5 Donation for Adults
🍔 Food available for purchase.
📍 Warren Community College & Warren Tech
📅 May 3 - 9:30 AM - 6: PM
💡 Supported by a grant from the NJ Division of Travel & Tourism
Don’t just watch the future—experience it! ✨ #WarrenUAS #DronesAndDreams
https://www.balloonfestnj.com/area-57
Location on Map
Charles Daidone
Event Map
Related Events
-
Hot Air Balloons, Fun & Games Festival
Price: $10 Adult | $4 Ages 5-12
City: Washington -
Area 57
Price: Free Event | Some Activities $$
City: Washington -
Hot Air Balloons, Arts & Crafts Festival
Price: $10 Adult | $4 Ages 5-12
City: Washington -
Tri-County Fair
Price: Free Event
City: Rockaway -
Warren County Farmers' Fair & Hot Air Balloon Festival
Price: Call For Price
City: Phillipsburg