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BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) The Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic begins Wednesday, Aug. 28, at Ann Morrison Park. Here is a schedule to help you plan for the event: Wednesday, Aug. 28 Thursday, Aug. 29 Friday, Aug. 30

The Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic begins Wednesday, Aug. 28, at Ann Morrison Park.

Here is a schedule to help you plan for the event:

Wednesday, Aug. 28

  • 7:00 a.m. - Balloons are in Ann Morrison Park
  • 7:40 a.m. - Balloons inflate and provide free tethered rides to children

Thursday, Aug. 29

  • 6:45 a.m. - Balloons are in Ann Morrison Park
  • 7:20 a.m. - Balloons take off from Ann Morrison Park

Friday, Aug. 30

  • 6:45 a.m. - Balloons are in Ann Morrison Park
  • 7:20 a.m. - Balloons take off from Ann Morrison Park
  • 7:30 p.m. - "Nite Glow" activities begin with food, vendors and live music
  • 8:45 p.m. - "Nite Glow Spectacular" begins

Saturday, Aug. 31

  • 6:45 a.m. - Balloons are in Ann Morrison Park
  • 7:20 a.m. - Balloons take off from Ann Morrison Park

Sunday, Sept. 1

  • 6 a.m. - Dawn Patrol/inflation/launch
  • 7:20 a.m. - Balloons take off from Ann Morrison Park

Here are some tips to help you enjoy the event:

  • Leave your pets at home. The burners powering the balloons make an inaudible sound to people, but it hurts your pets' ears.
  • Take lots of pictures. The pilots and crew are happy to be part of your photos.
  • Drones are not allowed.
  • Do not step on the balloons.
  • Lawn chairs are welcome, just be ready to move your chair if a pilot or crewmember asks you to.

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