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Weekend Balloon Schedule
Below is the weekend schedule for all balloon-related activities, including; fun flights, competitions, and night glows. While this schedule is just for our balloon events, there's plenty more happening throughout the weekend! Be sure to check out our activities schedule to see all the entertainment.
Thursday, September 17
TBD - Pilot briefing with Fun Flight to follow.
Dusk - Glow in the Park after the Fun Flight at McKinley Park on the East side of the Historical Village.
Saturday, September 19
6:30am - Pilot briefing followed by a competition flight.
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10:30am - Balloon Days Parade
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5:00pm - Pilot briefing with Fun Flight to follow.
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Dusk - Night Glow at the airport.
Friday, September 18
​6:30am - Pilot briefing followed by a competition flight.
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5:00pm - Pilot briefing with Fun Flight to follow.
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Dusk - Night Glow at the airport.​
Sunday, September 20
6:30am - Pilot briefing followed by a competition flight. ​
*All dates, times, and activities listed are tentative and subject to change. Southwest Iowa Hot Air Balloon Races are weather dependent and may be modified, postponed, or canceled as conditions require.*