U.S. Bank Great BalloonFest Spectator Tips

• If you are traveling with kids, it's easier to PULL them in wagons versus pushing them in strollers, due to the uneven grass field.
• Wear shoes appropriate for rugged terrain.  Sandals are not the best choice.
• Don't wear white on the bottom.  The field can be dusty.
• Come early and tailgate for the glow.  The parking lot adjacent to the launch field begins filling up by 7 p.m.  Bring a picnic dinner or food vending is available.
• Ask for a balloon race program.  The are free on the launch field.
• Ask the pilots if they have free give-a-aways for the kids.  Some do on glow night.
• A fun free thing to do on glow night:  take the balloon race program and have the kids get pilot autographs next to their name and location.  The Queen & Court are also on the field.
• Purchase the kids balloon race toys at vendors on the way OUT to your car.  Let them get their glow necklaces on the field.