The nationally renowned Great Reno Balloon Race will be celebrating its 25th anniversary September 8 through 10 at Rancho San Rafael Park in Reno, Nev. What began with just 20 balloons in 1982, has grown to showcase more than 100 balloons and pilots from as far away as Auckland, New Zealand. On average, 140,000 spectators from all over the world come to share in the wonder of this three-day event.
"Where else can you look up and see flying cows, soaring homes, giant bumblebees and a bunny taller than the Statue of Liberty dancing across the sky," asked Marlene Olsen, Balloon Race executive director. In honor of 25 years, the Balloon Race will feature 13 special-shape balloons to thrill children of all ages.
Balloon Race hours are early, but it remains one of the very best reasons to get out of bed before dawn. The event begins on Friday with Mass Ascension, sponsored by Wells Fargo Bank, at 6:45 a.m. Saturday and Sunday's festivities begin at 5 a.m. with the Glow Show, followed by Dawn Patrol, a brilliant display of glowing balloons, choreographed against the dark morning sky. Activities will then continue with Mass Ascension at 6:45 a.m.
Each day also includes pilot competitions, such as Balloon Blackjack and the Hare & Hound competition, in which two bumblebee-shaped balloons act as hares that are "chased" by the remaining balloons. All this excitement, plus a comprehensive selection of food, crafts, art and souvenirs awaits spectators along with uplifting music that complements this celebration of flight.
For a complete schedule of events or to find out more about this year's Balloon Race, log on to http://www.renoballoon.com or call (775) 826-1181.
Thanks to the continued support of generous sponsors, the Balloon Race continues as a free event for its 25th year. This year's major sponsors include: Wells Fargo Bank, the May Foundation, Silver Legacy Resort Casino, Eldorado Hotel Casino, Harrah's Reno, Cristalino Cava sparkling wine, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, A. Carlisle & Company, Reno.com, Bonanza Casino, Jack in the Box, Great Basin Internet Services, Communications Installation Services Inc. (C.I.S.) of Reno, KRNV News Channel 4 and KOH Radio.
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