Great Reno Balloon Race
Friday, September 06, 2024 at 03:30am
Great Reno Balloon Race
Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
1595 North Sierra Street
The Great Reno Balloon Race is the world's largest free hot-air ballooning event.
The Great Reno Balloon Race is Free to spectators thanks to the generous support of event sponsors. The event is always scheduled to take place the first Friday through Sunday after Labor Day.
Schedule of Events
3:30 a.m.- Gates open to Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
5:00 a.m.- Super Glow Show, presented by Custom Ink
5:30 a.m.- Dawn Patrol, presented by Custom Ink
6:45 a.m.- National Anthem - Alana Ridge
7:00 a.m.- Mass Ascension Launch
9:30 a.m.- E.L. Cord Foundation Tissue Paper Balloon Launch
8:00 a.m.- Tethering Activities
4:30 a.m.- 11:00 a.m - Shopping along Balloon Boulevard