Fox River Festival of Balloons June 21, 2008

Bring the family to watch as beautiful hot air balloons glow against the night sky. Enjoy "Taste of Elgin" food and festivities. Then, return in the morning to watch balloons take off! Presented by the City of Elgin and the Community Crisis Center.

Approximately 10 hot air balloons will participate, offering festival-goers the opportunity to see the balloons up close and watch as balloonists inflate the vehicles with hot air throughout the evening.

Beginning at 4:00 p.m. the city will provide live on-stage musical entertainment as festival goers arrive early to enjoy good food and entertainment at the “Taste of Elgin”, taking place in conjunction with the balloon festival. Sponsored by the Community Crisis Center, the “Taste of Elgin” will offer a variety of food vendors, games and entertainment designed to compliment the theme of the balloon fest.

At dusk, the “Glow Show” begins, as these colorful hot air balloons light up the night sky and dramatic music sets the evening mood. Much like a fireworks display, visitors are encouraged to bring a blanket or chairs and enjoy the show. Spectators will be invited to come back to Festival Park at 6:00 a.m. Sunday morning, June 22, to watch the balloons take off from the park, weather permitting.