Friday 6 - Sunday 8 August
War Memorial Park, Basingstoke
Balloons Over Basingstoke is the borough's biggest and brightest family event attracting up to an estimated 50,000 visitors.
It has been running under its current name and format since 1996, but the event began as long ago as 1990. The balloons weekend has since grown and grown with numerous conventional and special shaped balloons on display.
The event will kick off with the ever popular Night Glow on the Friday night where balloons come to life with sound and light.
The weekend will include mass balloon launches (weather permitting), arena acts and activities for the whole family. Visit the Attractions page for more details.
Find War Memorial Park on Google maps.
Your visit
Entrance is Free!
Car parking is provided on the common on London Road (opposite the Skewers public house). Parking costs £3 with a FREE shuttle bus to the park.
Find the car parking on Google maps.
Disabled parking and Shop Mobility scooters are available. Scooters should be pre-booked on 01256 476066.
Special Offers
For a special hotel offer for visitor to Balloons over Basingstoke 2010 go to the Holiday Inn website.
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Balloon Flights
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