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The Great Reno Balloon Race is free to spectators thanks to the generous support of event sponsors. It is always scheduled for the first Friday through Sunday after Labor Day. (See our Scedule of Events listed below.) Weather during that period can usually be described as benign. Dressing in layers is advised as the mornings can be chilly before dawn. But once the sun comes up the mercury rises quickly. If you forget to bring enough layers, no worries. Official sweatshirts and jackets are available at the event.

Here are some additional details about early September weather in this region.

The high temperatures usually occur in the mid-to-late afternoon (3 to 5 p.m.).

The low temperatures occur right around sunrise. This generally occurs around 6:30 a.m., give or take 10 minutes.

Cloud condition is simply the average 10th of sky cover from sunrise to sunset each day.

For up to the minute weather information please listen to KOH 780 AM Radio or watch KRNV News 4.

EVENT LOCATION
Rancho San Rafael Park
1595 N. Sierra St., Reno, Nevada


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2008 EVENT SCHEDULE

Thursday, September 4
9:30 a.m. -
E.L. Cord Foundation Tissue Paper Balloon Launch at Rancho San Rafael Park

Friday, September 5
6:45 a.m. -
Wells Fargo Mass Ascension Launch / Hare & Hound Competition
7:30 - 10:00 a.m. - Other on-field competitions
9:30 a.m. - E.L. Cord Foundation Tissue Paper Balloon Launch at Rancho San Rafael Park

Saturday, September 6
5:00 a.m.
- Glow Show (Major Sponsor Balloons)
5:30 a.m. - Dawn Patrol
6:45 a.m. - Wells Fargo Mass Ascension Launch / Hare & Hound Competition
7:30 - 10:00 a.m. - Other on-field competitions
2:00 - 5:00 p.m. - Balloons, Jazz & Wine Walk
Downtown Reno
Cost is $15.00 per person

Sunday, September 7
5:00 a.m. - Glow Show (Special Shape/Logo Balloons)
5:30 a.m. - Dawn Patrol
6:45 a.m. - Wells Fargo Mass Ascension Launch / Hare & Hound Competition
7:30 - 10:00 a.m. - Other on-field competitions