Join us for three days of family fun, including balloon launches, night glows, live music, and more. Come on out, bring your friends or family and make some great memories that will last a lifetime. Balloon launches are free to attend! Tickets are only needed for the Balloon Blast Race and the Night Glow portions of the event.
Schedule Of Events
5 -10PM : Bend Night Glow Celebration at COCC
Bring the whole family down to the Night Glow for an evening of music, food and glow-in-the-dark balloons! Take the kids to the Balloon Blast race for a chance to stack up some points in our Kid’s Rock the Races series. Soak up the summer evening with live music, food trucks and browse our unique vendors at the marketplace. There is something for everyone!
Pack a blanket and spread out as you wait for the sky to darken so the balloons can begin their magical glow.
6:00pm : Balloon Blast Kid's Race at COCC
Race Start Times
6:00pm : Ages 3 to 4
6:10pm : Ages 5 to 7
6:20pm : Ages 8 to 10
Head down early for one of Central Oregon’s favorites: a kids-only obstacle race course. The Balloon Blast combines obstacles with a colorful course, perfect for kids ages 3-10. The exciting obstacles are appropriate for all types of children with a wide range of skill levels to tackle. We encourage parents and guardians to come and cheer their little athletes on as they enjoy being part of a supportive, healthy and motivational community event!
Entertainment
6:30pm : Leapin’ Louie
The 75 foot big loop, cracking a whip while spinning a big loop on the 6 foot unicycle, hilarious audience participation, spoken and physical comedy, that’s the Leapin’ Louie show, an original comedy show full of world-class trick roping, whip-cracking, and other stunts. Leapin’ Louie has performed in 31 countries on seven continents.
7:30pm - Live Music
That 90's Band - Playing your favorite nostalgic rock hits. That 90’s Band will take you right back there!
5-10PM : Marketplace at COCC
Art, unique gifts and more await at our Marketplace! Find a fun gift, meet local favorites or just browse the makers, businesses and creators featured at this event. Want to share your passion with the community? We are accepting applications for the 2025 Balloons Over Bend Marketplace now! Spread the word about your business, service or craft with thousands of festival goers.
Balloon Launches & Pilots at R.E. Jewell Elementary School
Get up early and watch the magic happen! Balloons will launch each day throughout the weekend starting just as the sun starts to rise. Don’t miss out on the chance to spot these giant balloons float through the Central Oregon sky. It’s free and fun for the whole family!
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