The Great Reno Balloon Race
Now in its 41st year, The Great Reno Balloon Race is the world’s largest hot-air ballooning event and one of Northern Nevada’s most sensational traditions. Held at Rancho San Rafael Regional Park in Reno, the Race will take flight from September 9th through the 11th this year, which is right around the corner! For four days, you’ll be able to look up into the Reno skies and see a rainbow of colored masterpieces soaring above.
From its humble beginnings in 1981, the event started with a mere 20 balloons. Now with over 100 awe-inspiring balloons taking to the sky every September, the race has become a beloved community tradition. Children who attended the event in the early years now have children and grandchildren of their own that they bring to enjoy the festivities. With an average of 130,000 spectators attending this four-day production, both young and old are enchanted by the fascinating sights and sounds of the magnificent balloons. The number of lives touched by the delightful spectacle continues to rise just like the balloons themselves.
Super Glow Show
Spectators are invited to arrive as early as 5:00 am each morning with warm beverages and cozy blankets for the Super Glow Show just before the sun peeks above the horizon. This stunning performance showcases 35+ balloons glowing and gleaming to music across the field.
Dawn Patrol
Following the Super Glow Show, a handful of balloons qualified to fly in the dark take to the early morning sky. The balloons glisten and twinkle as they pass through the darkened sky with choreographed music.
Mass Ascension
Mass Ascension starts at 7:00 am, and a dazzling display of over 100 balloons will begin to launch! A select group of balloons will also kick off the competition portion of the great race!
Tethered Rides
The RE/MAX balloon will provide tethered rides for children at approximately 7 am. These rides are available to the general public for a $5.00 donation to the Children’s Miracle Network. Our team will be out on the field on Friday morning, and we would love for you to come and say hi!
This family-friendly event brings a smile to every face in the valley, and we hope to see you out there!
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