The Great Reno Balloon Races--2025

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If you've never been to this "Best of Reno" event (or if you go every year like me), it's a must!!
For those that dislike getting up early, it's sooo worth it...:-) I've always said, I sleep in except for NFL, pretty girls (ok, most lol), and the Balloon Fest!!

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The Great Reno Balloon Race, now in its 43rd year, will take to Northern Nevada’s sky with upwards of 100 hot-air balloons—including 16 special shapes—on Friday, Sept. 5 through Sunday, Sept. 7. During the preview, event organizers also unveil the 2025 official poster design.

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This year, up to 16 special shapes will be flying at GRBR, including balloons: Montie the Black Sheep, Master Yoda; Neptuno; Aaron, an Elvis-tribute balloon; Norman, a dragon; Aquario, a fish bowl; Pi, an apple; Miss Bell, a replica of the Liberty Bell; Walkin’ on Air, a pair of flip flops. Returning special shapes include: Darth Vader, Smokey Bear; La Ristra, the chili peppers; Sushi; Gus T. Guppy; Wells Fargo’s Cent’re Stage; Soccer Ball and Limoncello.

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Website with tons of details and cool pics: https://renoballoon.com/

FROM THE SITE: 'The Great Reno Balloon Race is the world’s largest free hot-air ballooning event. During three days in early September, you can look up into the Reno skies and see a rainbow of hot air balloons soaring about. From its humble beginnings in 1982 with just 20 balloons, The Great Reno Balloon Race has taken flight with up to 100 balloons each year. The idea was to create an event that would keep visitors in town the weekend between the State Fair and the Reno Air Races and 41 years later, it is known as a world-renowned, and locally, a beloved community tradition.
Taking place just a few miles north of downtown Reno at Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, the event enchants both young and old with its vibrant colors and inspiring music. The Great Reno Balloon Race has won many awards over the years, including ‘Best Special Event in Reno’ and ‘Best Special Event in Northern Nevada.’ With an average of 150,000+ spectators attending the event each year, the number of lives touched by the beautiful spectacle continues to rise just like the balloons themselves.

FOR US;
We'll try to meet (it'll still be dark, and cold, sorry...:-) on the South lawn in front of the white guest tents, although I usually don't find all our people in the dark crowds, but it's SOOO amazing to see this thing either way. So this is sort of an informational post (as opposed to a set dining event, etc). But text me if you get lost: (775) 225-8386.

And excellent tips: Tips for Enjoying the Event – The Great Reno Balloon Race