On the Saturday night of the festival, from 9pm to 9.30pm, spectators
are treated to a spectacular extravaganza in the form of the Night
Glow
As darkness falls, people begin to gather at the
main arena. Waiting for the balloonists to take the field, an
atmosphere of excitement and anticipation builds. Almost without
warning, the balloonists begin the dramatic display of light and
music. With accompanying music, they burn, flicker and flash the
burners of the tethered balloons, creating a
magical scene of light and colour illuminating the night sky
Each year this event has gone from strength to
strength and is one of the most memorable parts of the weekend
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