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04-09-2008
The Great Reno Balloon Race Introduces New Event Spring Champagne Tasting to kick off 2008 (RENO, Nev.) –Reno’s end-of-summer landmark, The Great... more
03-01-2008
2008 Dates and Sponsor Incentives Dates scheduled, sponsorship sales now officially open. Media Contact: Jennifer Sanzi, jennifer@o-apr.com, (775)... more
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“The colors of The Great Reno Balloon Race penetrate deeper than the eyes, to a place where the power of families and tradition and community still reign; a place where fun doesn’t require a credit card or an iPod or a flat screen TV.” ....read more
Excerpt from "Worth the Wake" by Jennifer Sanzi
Published in RLife Magazine September 2007
Join us at The Great Reno Balloon Race
For more than 25 years people from all over the world have chosen to spend their September mornings at the Great Reno Balloon Race., taking in the spectacular sights and sounds of this unique event. Our guest book is filled with signatures from all 50 United States, as well as international greetings from Brazil, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, Sweden, Finland, Italy, Greece, England and Israel, to name a few. We invite you to join us this year and join this diverse group of hot air ballooning fans and enthusiasts.
What you’ll find in this section of the Web site
This section of our site is designed specifically to help you make the most of your visit to the Balloon Race. You’ll find information on parking, transportation, photography tips, travel resources and of course our schedule of events. There is even a special page with "insider" tips for enjoying the event, as well as an FAQ page with answers to a multitude of questions. You can even sign-up to receive the new Balloon Race e-Newsletter and be the first to read about the event's latest developments.
Share your memories
Check out the new Share Your Memories page.
You are encouraged to submit your fondest early-morning memory such as your favorite balloon, your first Balloon Race experience or a lasting family tradition. Read testimonials from other fans of the event and learn what makes the Balloon Race special to them.
Please contact us if there is other information that we can provide you to help make this year's visit to The Great Reno Balloon Race the most enjoyable and memorable yet.
The mission of the Great Reno Balloon Race is to provide a premier, safe, family-oriented/tourist-attractive, visually dramatic event that celebrates the joy of flight while remaining free to the public.
