It’s been great so far; head down and experience the site of amazing balloons ascending through the skies.

BALLOONS PROGRAMME FRIDAY: 6pm-8pm: Hamilton Central Business Association City Burn, Garden Place. A night of food and entertainment.

SATURDAY: 7.30am: The SmartTrak Cash Grab Competition. Balloonists attempt to remove $1000 from the top of a pole at Innes Common, Hamilton Lake. 4pm to 9pm: The ASB Nightglow at Waikato University. The highlight of the festival for spectators, with live music, the orchestrated Balloon Glow Show and a fireworks show.

SUNDAY: 7.30am: The Lion Foundation Final Finale. Balloons commence inflation – Innes Common, Hamilton Lake. The Frankton Market stalls will also be on site selling their goods and products.

When: March 26 – 30

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