Colorado River Crossing Balloon Festival: Sunday Morning Launch
Author:
Daniel VenditelliWeb Development AdministratorInformation Technology Services
Summary:
Enjoy a snack from one of the on-site vendors as you watch these majestic vessels launch in mass numbers and rise into the brisk morning air.
Last Updated:
10/25/2011
Time: 6:00 AM until 9:00 AM
Location
West Wetlands Park, 282 North 12th Avenue, Yuma, Arizona
Description
The 2011 Annual Colorado River Crossing Hot Air Balloon Festival promises to again fill the Yuma skies with color. Set against the beauty of the Sonoran Desert and the Colorado River, this November event is a welcome treat for children and adults of all ages.
Start your Sunday morning off with a rare pleasure. Enjoy a snack from one of the on-site vendors as you watch these majestic vessels launch in mass numbers and rise into the brisk morning air.
Schedule of Events
- 6:00 am: Gates Open. Food & drinks will be available for purchase at launch site.
- Sunrise: Flag Ceremony
- 7:15 am: Balloons launch in mass ascension
The 2011 Annual Colorado River Crossing Hot Air Balloon Festival is presented by the Caballeros de Yuma.
Admission
This event is open to the public. Entry requires a cash donation or one or more non-perishable food goods to be donated to the Yuma Crossroads Mission.
For More Information
For more information, visit the Caballeros de Yuma web site. (This link will take you to an external website that is not part of the City of Yuma official website.)
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