If you can believe it, even with this scorching hot temperatures we have been feeling in the Boise area--summer doesn't have much time left. If felt like summer showed up a little bit late this year, but given that temperatures were nice, the sun was out and skies were clear, we really haven't been complaining. Now, as most of summer is behind us--September is almost here and so is one of the city's favorite events.

Despite the fact that many have already waved goodbye to summer 2024, one major Treasure Valley event awaits: The Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic.

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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 event!

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 28th: Kids Day
  • Thursday, August 29th: Media Day
  • Friday, August 30th: VIP Day & Night Glow
  • Saturday, August 31st: Dawn Patrol
  • Sunday, September 1st: The Last Dance

In the mornings, balloons begin setting up on the field at 6:45 a.m. and launch shortly after. Bring the kids and family out!

Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic Great Launch 2022

On Sunday, September 4 the pilots participating at the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic performed a mass ascension known as "The Great Launch" where all the balloons try to clear the field at the same time. It's a photo-op that few have had the chance to capture before!

Gallery Credit: Michelle Heart, Townsquare Media

Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic Nite Glow Surprise Drone Show

The Spirit of Boise has been bringing the beauty of hot air ballooning to the city for 31 years. This year an extra special surprise excited the city during the annual nite glow spectacular. After a 45 minute display of the hot air balloons lighting up the night, the crowd was surprised with an incredible drone show...

Gallery Credit: Nikki West

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