Celebration of the Bristol Ball, an annual festival
Bristol International Balloon Fiesta: A Spectacular Three-Day Event
Prepare for an unforgettable experience as the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta takes off once again in England! This annual event, first held in 1979, has grown to become one of the largest in Europe, attracting up to 100,000 visitors each year.
Over the course of three days, up to a hundred balloons can be launched into the sky, filling the skies with a vibrant display of colours and shapes. The fiesta kicks off with morning launches, and hot air balloons will also ascend at sunset and sunrise, providing breathtaking views of the balloons against the backdrop of the Clifton Suspension Bridge.
But the Bristol Fiesta is more than just hot air balloon flights. This event offers a rich variety of activities and attractions for visitors of all ages.
New immersive attractions such as 'In The Clouds' and 'Flight Control' provide unique experiences, allowing visitors to walk inside a cold-inflated hot air balloon with an immersive soundscape and film, or track where balloons land after launch via a live map and big screen.
Children and families will enjoy the dedicated Brizzle Kicks area with children’s entertainment, meet the pilots, inflation races, tethered balloons, stunt displays, and interactive challenges in the main arena. Special shape balloons featuring cartoon characters, animals, and famous designs can also be seen during specific events and general balloon displays.
Nightglow events, popular evening shows involving balloons tethered to the ground that intermittently ignite burners to light up in synchronization with music, sometimes followed by fireworks, add an extra layer of magic to the fiesta. Model balloon displays and competitions, live music and performances, food and trade stalls, and cultural and city-wide activities further enrich the overall experience.
Visitors can also enjoy tethered balloon rides and try balloon-related interactive games. The fiesta spirit extends throughout Bristol with balloon-inspired artwork, window displays, themed menus, and educational outreach programs in schools.
The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is a comprehensive event full of visual, auditory, and interactive experiences, making it a must-visit for everyone. So, mark your calendars! The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta started on August 8 and is set to continue until the end of the week. Don't miss out on this spectacular event!
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[1] During the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, a variety of sports-themed activities and attractions will be available for visitors, such as inflated hot air balloons resembling famous sports teams or athletes.
[2] In addition to balloon flights, spectators can participate in interactive games at the fiesta that are related to sports, adding an extra layer of excitement to the three-day event.
