Can you think of anything better than looking up to a sky filled with hot air balloons? Well, how about two dozen colorful hot air balloons glowing against the nighttime sky? That’s just what you’ll experience at this sensational hot air balloon glow near Pittsburgh, a family-friendly event that’s certain to be one of the highlights of the summer of 2019.
Start counting down the days to Western Pennsylvania Balloon Quest, an epic summer hot air balloon festival that boasts a…
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Magnificent nighttime hot air balloon glow. The hot air balloon festival is set for July 11-14, 2019 at Scotland Meadows Park in New Castle.
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But, if you can only make it to the festival one day, make it Thursday, July 11, 2019 for the balloon glow, which generally starts at 9 p.m. weather-permitting.
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There, watch as two dozen colorful hot air balloons light up simultaneously against the nighttime sky. You might even be asked to join in the countdown to the glow.
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Kick off the long weekend with the hot air balloon glow. And, if you have time, check out everything else the festival has to offer, including…
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A carnival with games for kids of all ages and plenty of good food.
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Unfortunately, Western Pennsylvania Balloon Quest, hosted by the Union Township Volunteer Fire Department, doesn’t offer hot air balloon rides.
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However, you can approach one of the hot air balloon vendors at the festival if you’re interested in taking flight.
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Address: 304 South Scotland Lane, New Castle, PA, 16101
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Do you have a favorite hot air balloon glow near Pittsburgh? Tell us about it in the comments! And, for another amazing hot air balloon festival, plan a visit to the Thurston Classic Hot Air Balloon Festival. Click here to read more.
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