The Great Balloon Race, Galesburg, IL.

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The Great Balloon Race, Galesburg, IL.

Free Hot Air Balloon event held the last full weekend of July in Galesburg, IL each year.
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20-25 hot air balloons flying over Galesburg, Il the last full weekend of July at Lake Storey Park with "night glows" friday and saturday nights (weather permitting).

28/07/2024

This morning's flight was optional and at each pilot's discretion. Due to the rain in the area, the pilots will likely not be flying. We appreciate everyone's support and hope you enjoyed the Great Balloon Race this year!

28/07/2024

We are sorry the glow had to end early tonight due to the incoming rain, but please enjoy the last video I took before they had to deflate.

28/07/2024

Here are some photos from the basket of Tom Klitz's balloon tonight.

28/07/2024

The pilots are inflating for the glow on the field. Due to incoming rain, the glow will be short and spectators will not be allowed on the field tonight. We do hope you enjoy the balloons while they are up!

28/07/2024

Winner of the Family Fun Pack raffle is Pam Wildermuth of Galesburg!

28/07/2024

Pictures from the golf ball drop

28/07/2024

The 50/50 golf ball drop winner is Sheryl Scott. She graciously donated 1/2 her proceeds back to the Great Balloon Race!

27/07/2024

First off the ground is Seth Goodman with the Lincoln balloon.

27/07/2024

Pilots are setting up, laying out their balloons and beginning to inflate.

27/07/2024

Pilot briefing is over. Pibal was released.Task has been called. Pilots will be inflating soon and flying to the northwest of the field.

27/07/2024

Come check out all the fun activities at The Great Balloon Race kid's area. It's going on through 8 pm.

27/07/2024

Don't forget your raffle tickets, T- shirt, or cooling towels.

27/07/2024

Come hungry - no matter what's your craving you can find it here! Food vendors are open, tickets are available for the Family Fun Raffle, Golf Ball 50/50, and T- shirts and cooling towels are for sale. Kid's activities start at 5 pm, balloon launch is scheduled for 6 pm, and glow will be at dusk (approx 8 pm). This is a free, family event to attend. Come join us!

27/07/2024

Just a reminder that the Lake Storey Balloon Launch field is restricted air space for tonight's event and drones are not allowed to be flown.

27/07/2024

Lost and found: we have a pair of sunglasses and a purse that were found from last evening. Please comment or message if either might be yours.

27/07/2024

And here are some photos from the basket of Smiley Scarecrow Hot Air Balloon this morning.

27/07/2024

The fun job of packing up Smiley the Scarecrow...

27/07/2024

My apologies, we have more balloons still flying over the target.

27/07/2024

And Smiley Scarecrow Hot Air Balloon makes the target at the field! Great flying from Jack Semler and several of our other pilots. A few balloons are still in the air looking for landing spots. Once they land, it will conclude this morning's flight. Vendors will be open by 4 pm this evening, kids activities start at 5 pm, and the next flight is scheduled for 6 pm tonight with a glow afterwards at dusk.

27/07/2024

Smiley the Scarecrow is in the air!

27/07/2024

Smiley the Scarecrow is out of the basket getting ready to inflate.

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Opening Hours

15:00 - 22:00

Telephone

+13093377927

Website

http://galesburgballoonrace.com/

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Videos

We are sorry the glow had to end early tonight due to the incoming rain, but please enjoy the last video I took before they had to deflate.

Smiley the Scarecrow is out of the basket getting ready to inflate.

Here is a video that was just sent in of Oggy the Friendly Dragon taking off on Sunday morning.

And a little video from the air in Oggy the Friendly Dragon

And Oggy is out and getting ready to start inflation

One final video for the night - check out the wave! Thank you to everyone who came out to the Great Balloon Race! We hope you enjoyed it! There is one final, fun flight that is optional for pilots on Sunday morning. It is scheduled for 6 am, weather permitting.