FINDLAY, Ohio (WLIO) – If you love the sight of a hot air balloon, Findlay is the place to be this weekend.

Whether you’re looking for adventure, live music, or a fun outing with friends and family, there’s something for everyone at the 25th annual Flag City BalloonFest. The event runs Friday, August 8th, and Saturday, August 9th, in Emory Adams Park in Findlay. Besides the balloon flights and the always impressive glow events, there will be a petting zoo and other activities for the kids. Friday is Veterans’ Day with special activities for veterans and their families.

Some of the highlights for Saturday include a car and motorcycle show Saturday morning, a marching band show at 1 p.m., helicopter rides starting at 4 p.m., and Bradley Gaskin will hit the stage at 10 pm.

Flag City BalloonFest – Saturday

Emory Adams Park – 1827 S. Blanchard St., Findlay

  • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Car and Motorcycle Show
  • 10 a.m. – Kids Zone & Petting Zoo open
  • 1 p.m. – Local Marching Band Show
  • 6 p.m. – Tethered Balloon Rides – $20
  • 9 p.m. – Hot Air Balloon Glow
  • 10 p.m. – Bradley Gaskin concert

More information: flagcityballoonfest.com

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