Wicked Balloons Journal
Tag: balloon festivals
Mass Ascension: When Hundreds of Balloons Launch at Once
What a hot air balloon mass ascension really involves, from launch-field logistics to the calm morning air that makes it possible.
What Is a Balloon Glow?
Curious what a hot air balloon glow is? Learn how tethered balloons light up the night at festivals, and where to see…
New England Balloon Festivals Worth the Trip
Plan your next weekend around a New England balloon festival, from Quechee to Sunday River, with tips for first-time festival-goers.
Hot Air Balloons as Advertising: A Flying Billboard
Discover why hot air balloon advertising still turns heads, earns media coverage, and lifts brands into the sky at events and festivals.
The Best Hot Air Balloon Festivals in the USA
A pilot's guide to the best hot air balloon festivals in the USA, from Albuquerque's Balloon Fiesta to New England's own sunrise…
The Most Famous Special-Shape Balloons Ever Flown
From Darth Vader to Smokey Bear, discover the famous special shape balloons that turned hot air ballooning into flying art.