Gaze toward the sky in mid-July to witness unparalleled beauty as more than 20 colorful hot air balloons take flight against the Western Pennsylvania landscape. This six-day hot air balloon festival near Pittsburgh promises an unforgettable experience and plenty of activities for the whole family.
The skies above New Castle turn into a colorful masterpiece of hot air balloons during the Western Pennsylvania Balloon Quest, slated for July 12-16, 2017.
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Hosted by and benefiting the Union Township Volunteer Fire Department, the hot air balloon festival boasts more than 20 hot air balloons that will take flight in the early morning and early evening hours, typically between 6 a.m. and 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. and 7 p.m..
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While the Union Township Volunteer Fire Department cannot legally sell hot air balloon rides at the festival, interested adventurers may approach the balloonists directly about taking flight in a hot air balloon.
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Watch in awe at the balloon glow (date not yet scheduled), a spectacular show of the participating hot air balloons lighting up against the darkened sky.
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The hot air balloon festival also features carnival rides, games, live demonstrations, and food booths.
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The Western Pennsylvania Balloon Quest offers free parking and free admission.
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Scotland Meadows Park 2106 Camden Avenue New Castle, PA 16101 Click here for more information.
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