National Balloon Classic

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How do hot air balloon pilots choose where to launch? It's not random! They pick based on the "windline" to targets for #PrecisionFlying. You'll see several launching from the same spot, aiming for that perfect flight path! #NationalBalloonClassic #PilotSkills

Basket touches the ground in a balloon competition? That's a penalty at the #NationalBalloonClassic! -500 points if inside the scoring area. -200 points if outside. It shows how skilled our pilots are at aiming for that perfect, clean drop! #BalloonRules #NationalBalloon Classic

𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭 Friday night lights... in the sky! 🎈 6:30 PM – Evening Balloon Flight & Competition 🎶 On the TruBank Stage: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels 🌌 End the night with THE SKY IS ALIVE™ 3D Drone Show, The Sky is Our Playground

Skip the Traffic, Soak in the Vibes! Why stress in line when you can unwind at the field? Arrive early—parking and gates open at 4 PM! Ease out of the day, kick back while the DJ spins, and get ready for an unforgettable night at the balloon field! #HappyHour #HappierHour #DJ

We're still glowing from the incredible NITE GLOW® last night! What a beautiful evening where the sky came alive with dozens of hot air balloons, lighting up with their vibrant colors. A truly unforgettable night!#NationalBalloonClassic #NiteGlow #HotAirBalloons #Indianola #Iowa

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 "𝐟𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐞" 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫? 🤔 Our crews use it to get precise surface wind direction! Crucial info for pilots aiming for the target. Pretty cool, right? #NationalBalloonClassic #BalloonLife #WindTech #IndianolaIA

𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟯𝟭 Soar into the weekend a day early! 6:30 PM – Evening Balloon Flight & Competition On the TruBank Stage: Damon Dotson Band After dark – Another breathtaking THE SKY IS ALIVE™ 3D Drone Show, The Sky is Our Playground

See the balloons flying over crops at the National Balloon Classic? 🌾 It's totally normal and always done safely! Our pilots are pros. Enjoy the view! #NationalBalloonClassic #HotAirBalloons #IndianolaIowa #SafeFlying

How do #BalloonClassic pilots score points? They drop weighted "baggies" onto targets! The closest edge of the baggie to the target's center "X" or nail wins. Get it dead center? That's a perfect 1000 points! Precision is key! #NationalBalloonClassic

𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟵 Twice the fun, all in one day! 🪁 5:30 PM – 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗹 𝗞𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆 🎈 6:30 PM – Evening Balloon Flight & Competition 🎶 On the TruBank Stage: Gut Feeling Band

Ready for an escape? Head to Indianola for the National Balloon Classic! See magical balloons launch, enjoy live music & amazing food trucks. It's an extraordinary night you won't forget! Get the full schedule here: nationalballoonclassic.com/schedule/ #NationalBalloonClassic #Indianola

𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟴 Start your week with a sky full of wonder! 🪁 5:30 PM – 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗹 𝗞𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆 🎈 6:30 PM – Evening Balloon Flight & Competition 🎶 On the TruBank Stage: Sons of Gladys Kravitz

🚨NEW BALLOON ALERT!🚨 Pilot Bubba Cliver has a brand-new hot air balloon, and it’s missing just one thing… a NAME! Drop your best name idea and Bubba will pick his favorite! Be sure to submit your idea by the end of the weekend! Will your name be the one to take flight?

𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟲 Start your weekend in the sky! 6:30 AM – Competition Flying 6:30 PM – Evening Balloon Flight & Competition Live on the TruBank Stage: Jordan Beem Music Stay late for THE SKY IS ALIVE™ 3D Drone Show

Get ready for an incredible display of skill at the National Balloon Classic! This year, we're honored to host a lineup of national and world champions! Join us from July 25th - August 2nd to witness these champions in action. #NationalBalloonClassic #HotAirBalloon #Ballooning

𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟱 The NBC takes off tonight! 6:30 PM – Opening Ceremonies & Balloon Flight On the TruBank Stage: Schmidt Brothers After dark – THE SKY IS ALIVE™ 3D Drone Show, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗔 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗱𝘆𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘆

Just one ticket, a whole world of wonder! Our General Admission tickets include all scheduled entertainment for the evening.

As we count down to just 𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗬 until the National Balloon Classic, our hearts are overflowing with gratitude! This wouldn't be possible without the support of our fans, volunteers, sponsors, and community. We can't thank you enough for being a part of this journey!

Baker Group lifts more than balloons! Leroy Clair will pilot at the National Balloon Classic, sharing the joy with thousands. From ground to sky, Baker Group impresses, building communities and soaring above. Thank you for your outstanding support and for being part of the magic!