If you can believe it--summer doesn't have much time left. Despite the fact that we're still experiencing 100-degree days, it's almost September! The best part of September? It ushers in one of Boise's most magical events: The Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic.

It doesn't matter where you look--when you see reading or marketing materials for Boise, Idaho they almost always include hot air balloons--and those shots are from this very event that really lives on year-round.

With the event kicking off this month--we have a chance for you to prep and study up before the balloons take flight.

With another year of hot air balloon magic ahead of us, here is a sneak peek at what you can expect to see flying above the Boise skyline! 

Magic In The Sky: Boise's Hot Air Balloons!

Take a look at the massive list of hot air balloons headed to Boise this month! Which are you most excited to see?

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Which balloon do you want to see the most this year!? 

There is something magical about the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic. During the week, there are early morning balloon launches that hundreds gather to watch--how often do you get to see something like that!? Then, on Friday evening, the iconic 'Night Glow' event offers an up close and personal view of the Spirit of Boise's balloons, inflating and lighting up from the ground, in the dark of night! It's amazing!

Here are the details for this year's event:

  • Wednesday, August 27th: Kids Day
  • Thursday, August 28th: Media Day
  • Friday, August 29th: VIP Day & Night Glow
  • Saturday, August 30th: Dawn Patrol
  • Sunday, August 31st: The Last Dance

7 Items Banned From Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic

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Incredible Hot Air Balloons Return to Boise for Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic 2023

Check out our incredible photos from Media Day at the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic 2023!

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The View From The Sky of the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic

Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic photos from August 31, 2023, above Boise.

Gallery Credit: Kyle Matthews

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