Black Balloon Event

Welcome to the Black Balloon Event 2026, a heartfelt community gathering dedicated to honoring the lives lost to overdose, breaking the stigma surrounding substance use disorder, and celebrating the power of recovery and resilience.

Purple Ribbon Presenting Sponsor

Join us on March 7th, 2026

New Life Church, 551 Alfred Street, Biddeford, ME

From 12pm to 6pm

This annual event brings together families, friends, survivors, advocates, and supporters from across Maine and beyond to remember those we’ve lost, share stories of hope, and foster connection in the face of the ongoing opioid crisis. Through live music featuring talented local artists, meaningful community awards recognizing outstanding contributions to recovery efforts, delicious offerings from favorite food trucks, and an inspiring display of black balloons symbolizing remembrance, we create a space for healing, awareness, and unity.

In Loving Memory Table – Platinum Sponsors

Alternative Wellness Services
Ensorecovery
Maine Recovery Collective
Rise Recovery
Seeds of Hope
Northeast Recovery
Evergreen

Join us as we come together to honor, support one another, and shine a light on the path to recovery. Explore the full lineup of artists, award recipients, food vendors, and our generous sponsors below—your presence and support make all the difference in building a stronger, more compassionate community.

Guiding Light Table – Gold Sponsors

Bedard Homes and Realty
Better Life Partners
TESSA'S HOUSE
Insight Recovery Treatment Center
Housing FGC
Courage Center
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Community Awards

  • Hosted by: Ryan Paige and Randy Beard
  • Speaker: Travis Gilbert
  • 13 Awards

Artists

  • Jordan Meyer
  • Colicchie
  • KC Makes Music
  • The Real Young SWAGG
  • Benjamin Lerner
  • Skyler Ray
  • Ryan Paige

Food Trucks

  • Gotta be Frank Gourmet
  • L/A Taco Food Truck
  • Gelato Fiasco

Healing Hearts Table – Silver Sponsors

Avenues
Milestone Recovery
SaVida Health