WELCOME
We're excited to welcome you to the Southwest Iowa Hot Air Balloon Races! Whether you're a returning pilot or joining us for the first time, we're glad you're here.
Below you'll find everything you need for the weekend, including WatchMeFly registration, the event schedule, competition information, pilot incentives, and important updates. We can't wait to share the skies with you. See you in Southwest Iowa!
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Community who loves and supports Southwest Iowa Hot Air Balloon Races
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Night Glow chances to create an unforgettable moment
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Opportunities to fly over the beautiful Southwest, Iowa
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Days of ballooning fun!
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Balloonist Parade through Uptown Creston, Iowa
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Top 10 will be paid!
Weekend Balloon Schedule
Thursday, September 17
3:00pm - 6:00pm - Registration at Creston Elks Lodge, 403 W Montgomery St., Creston, Iowa 50801.
TBD - Pilot briefing with Fun Flight to follow.
Dusk - Glow in the Park after the Fun Flight at McKinley Park, 600 McKinley St., Creston, Iowa 50801.
Friday, September 18
5:30am - Mandatory briefing at the airport, 1945 S Cherry St. Road, Creston, Iowa 50801.
6:30am - Pilot briefing followed by a competition flight.
5:00pm - Pilot briefing with Fun Flight to follow.
Dusk - Night Glow at the airport.
Saturday, September 19
6:30am - Pilot briefing followed by a competition flight.
10:30am - Balloon Days Parade lineup will be at Creston Livestock Market,
201 N Cherry St, Creston, IA 50801.
5:00pm - Pilot briefing with Fun Flight to follow.
Dusk - Night Glow at the airport.
Sunday, September 20
6:30am - Pilot briefing followed by a competition flight.
9:30am(no flight) or 10am(flight) - Awards Banquet & Brunch