Summers in Montana fly by, so it’s important to slow down and enjoy them as much as possible. One perfect way to do that is to head to Billings for the annual Big Sky International Balloon Rendezvous, also known as Balloons Over Billings. This exciting event has been happening for decades, and everyone is gearing up for the best year yet.

Every July, hundreds of Montanan head to Billings to see the hot air balloons take flight.

Big Sky International Balloon Rendezvous Facebook This year, Balloons Over Billings will take place on July 26-28, 2019.

The rendezvous is held at Amend Park, and thanks to some generous local sponsors, it’s free.

Big Sky International Balloon Rendezvous Facebook Wake up early and check out the morning ascensions, or join them for the evening glow.

The balloons are definitely the stars of the show here, but they’e not the only attraction.

Big Sky International Balloon Rendezvous Facebook There will be a pancake breakfast hosted by the Heights & Lockwood Optimist Clubs, as well as fun games and activities throughout the weekend.

Some of the hot air balloons come from Canada and even Europe.

Big Sky International Balloon Rendezvous Facebook But you’ll also see plenty of American-made balloons.

When the balloons launch, it’s truly a sight to behold.

Big Sky International Balloon Rendezvous Facebook It’s easy to see why there are so many beloved balloon festivals across the country.

The balloons, which range from classic to quirky, will be in the air for about an hour at a time.

Big Sky International Balloon Rendezvous Facebook You never know what you’ll see flying high above you!

If you’ve never been to this event, come check it out and see why it’s lasted over 20 years.

Big Sky International Balloon Rendezvous Facebook You deserve a little glow in your life this summer.

Address: 5101 King Avenue East, Billings, MT, 59101

Big Sky International Balloon Rendezvous Facebook

This year, Balloons Over Billings will take place on July 26-28, 2019.

Wake up early and check out the morning ascensions, or join them for the evening glow.

There will be a pancake breakfast hosted by the Heights & Lockwood Optimist Clubs, as well as fun games and activities throughout the weekend.

But you’ll also see plenty of American-made balloons.

It’s easy to see why there are so many beloved balloon festivals across the country.

You never know what you’ll see flying high above you!

You deserve a little glow in your life this summer.

For more information on Balloons Over Billings, check out the Facebook event.

And while you’re in Billings for the balloons, make sure you take some time to check out some of the city’s historic sites.

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