South County Balloon Festival

Hot air balloons go up at sunrise and sunset as well as a spectacular balloon glow (when the burners are fired up and the balloons are lit from within) on Friday and Saturday evening. Fireworks, acrobats, car show, carnival, rock wall, face painting, wildlife show, balloon rides, and a live band (Roomful of Blues) are some of the events this year. Many activities are included with admission, $10 for adults, $5 for children 14 and under. Families (two parents and children) are $25. Parking free. RV camping onsite Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Wakefield, net proceeds benefit local charities.