Punta Gorda Balloon Festival
Schedule
Fri, 16 Apr, 2021 at 05:00 pm to Sun, 18 Apr, 2021 at 09:00 pm
Location
Sandlot Off-Road Adventure Park | Punta Gorda, FL
About this Event
The Balloon Glow Tour is bringing hot air balloons to your community April 2021.
This outdoor event features tethered hot air balloon rides, local food and retail vendors, bounce houses, and optional ticket upgrades for an elevated experience. Don't miss the main event: a balloon glow after dark. This is an experience you won't want to miss!
Well-behaved pets are welcome at this event. All pets must be on a leash.
This event is weather-permitting. Tethered balloon rides can be purchased at an additional cost. Tickets are priced per vehicle and include parking. Guests must pre-register to attend.
Face coverings are required and temperature screenings are performed for your safety.
COVID-19 protocols, ticket options and terms and conditions are listed below.
- COVID-19 PROTOCOLS:
This event is strictly capacity-controlled. Due to Covid-19, we may be required to operate under additional guidelines and protocols. As such, we reserve the right to postpone, reschedule or cancel this event subject to advice from local health officials and in communication with the County and State, who issue the permits for this event to take place. If the event is cancelled, your booking will be switched to the replacement dates.
***Exposure to Coronavirus is an inherent risk in any public location where the public are present. We cannot guarantee that you will not be exposed to the virus at this event.***
This event will follow CDC guidelines and ask all guests to socially distance from other groups. Guests MUST preregister before attending - there will be no "day of" tickets or admission. When entering the main event area, all guests will be subject to temperature screening. We ask that all guests also wear a face covering.
Finally, we encourage all guests who are considered vulnerable to stay home. If you have underlying health conditions, you may be at greater risk with Covid-19. While age restrictions are not in place at this event, we encourage all guests to stay informed on CDC guidelines and to follow any instructions in place for your safety.
- TICKET OPTIONS AND UPGRADES:
Admission is charged per vehicle to offer the best possible value and to limit capacity for comfort, safety, and enjoyment. A General Car Pass includes parking and entry to the event for everyone in the vehicle. Maximum size: Pickup / Minivan / Large SUV.
NEW: Experience a tethered balloon ride for couples, where you will view the festival from above in a private hot air balloon.
The Champagne Club will grant you access to an exclusive seating area to include climate-controlled restrooms. Upon arrival, you will receive a champagne toast plus seating with a great view of the main glow (taking place at 8pm). Weather permitting, Champagne Club guests will receive a complimentary tethered ride in one of our modern hot air balloons with ADA access.
We are pleased to offer additional hospitality via the exclusive Pilot Club. This area features private climate-controlled restrooms, exclusive Terrace seating, hot appetizers and a champagne toast upon arrival. Weather permitting, VIP guests will receive a complimentary tethered ride in one of our modern hot air balloons with ADA access.
- TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
*This event is rain or shine. The event (food vendors, retail vendors, Kids Zone etc.) will operate regardless of weather conditions. Hot air balloons cannot and will not inflate in rain or high winds due to safety reasons; although the event is rain or shine, this does not ensure that you will see inflated hot air balloons. Safety will always be our first priority.
*Tickets purchased through Eventbrite are strictly non-refundable.
*All guests experiencing tethered balloon rides must first check in at our waiver desk to sign an insurance waiver. Here you will be given a token to hand to your balloon pilot when you ride. Without a token, you will be unable to ride. Your unique ride token will also serve as a voucher at a future event should balloon rides not take place due to poor weather conditions.
*All pre-booked tethered balloon ride guests must check in by 7pm each evening.
*Balloon activity is subject to suitable weather conditions. Should balloon activity be postponed, tickets will be valid at future Easy Events Group/Balloon Glow Tour events and/or rain-out dates to be held if and as required.
*We only sell enough advance tethered ride tickets to account for around one hour of operation. If we lose a day or two to weather, this allows us to guarantee all pre-purchased tickets can be processed on other days of the festival.
*Tethered rides will begin as close to 5pm as weather conditions permit and will operate until 9pm or until weather conditions dictate. We will extend operating hours if required due to a weather delay / late start.
*Gates open at 5:00pm. These events can be very busy and may result in traffic congestion outside of the venue and/or lines for food/beverages/balloon rides. The best way to avoid congestion is to purchase in advance and follow advice and guidance on our social media channels and guest communications. THERE IS STRICTLY NO ADMISSION AFTER 7PM.
*Balloon activity may be delayed or curtailed by the weather - please keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates on weather conditions and event information.
*The main balloon glow typically consists of ten to fifteen balloons. The main glow will last around one hour.
*Picnic blankets and camping chairs are permitted. No coolers or outside food/drinks permitted. Security checks will be in operation.
*All of our events are strictly smoke free - please consider others and exit the park if you choose to smoke. Thanks for your kindness!
***PLEASE NOTE - WE ARE UNABLE TO MAKE CHANGES OR REFUND PURCHASES - PLEASE ORDER WITH CARE***
Where is it happening?
Sandlot Off-Road Adventure Park, 39450 Bermont Road, Punta Gorda, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 25.00 to USD 99.00
