Atlantic Balloon Fiesta

Atlantic Canada's Most Colourful Festival

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Starting at 2pm The Tail Waggers will be performing beside the launch field! @ Atlantic Balloon Fiesta https://t.co/y7Ml3RNt3m

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Come visit the information booth to get your Atlantic Balloon Fiesta merchandise and schedules! @ Atlantic Balloon Fiesta https://t.co/uCCodyTgBz

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Frequently Asked Question #8

HOW FAST DOES THE BALLOON GO?

As fast, or as slow, as the wind. Since the balloon has no forward propulsion systems, its speed is determined entirely by the speed of the wind. @… https://t.co/zKoYEGSR3H

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Frequently Asked Question #7

HOW DO YOU STEER A HOT AIR BALLOON?

Strictly speaking, you don’t. The balloon goes where the wind takes it. However, the winds at varying altitudes may blow in different directions and… https://t.co/S2eUbiHej9

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Frequently Asked Question #6

HOW BIG ARE THE BALLOONS?

The typical sport balloons range in size from 65,000 to 105,000 cubic feet in volume and stand around 70 feet tall. The Tele-Direct hot air balloons are… https://t.co/op36k4w1ui

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Frequently Asked Question #5

WHAT ARE THE BASKETS MADE OF?

The baskets are made of wicker and each one is individually woven by hand. @ Atlantic Balloon Fiesta https://t.co/Q5MnjBRo4c

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Frequently Asked Question #4

HOW IS IT INFLATED?

During the inflation process, ballooning becomes a group sport. Since a balloon is quite unwieldy on the ground, especially in gusty winds, it takes about four… https://t.co/a2gN9C204z

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Frequently Asked Question #3

WHAT ARE HOT AIR BALLOONS MADE FROM?

The bag, or envelope, is made of reinforced fabric called rip-stop nylon (although some balloons are made of dacron). This material is lightweight… https://t.co/DqE4t6YtKh

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Frequently Asked Question #2

WHERE WILL THE BALLOON GO WHEN IT IS UP IN THE AIR?

Wherever the wind takes it! But by selecting different altitudes, watching compasses and charts, pilots can almost fly to the… https://t.co/saCfSGAx58

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Frequently Asked Question #3

WHAT ARE HOT AIR BALLOONS MADE FROM?

The bag, or envelope, is made of reinforced fabric called rip-stop nylon (although some balloons are made of dacron). This material is lightweight… https://t.co/4RRLE10Hv6

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The Kangoo Club will be at the Atlantic Superstore Bandstand on SATURDAY the 7th at 12:15PM-1:15PM

Have you ever wanted a fitness environment that felt safe and fun! A spot where you could go knowing that no one is… https://t.co/CPrldr9lQn

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Derald Young

Derald started his career in the 1960’s while attending the University of Maine. He received his private fixed wing pilot’s license in 1970. In 1971 he saw his first balloon and he was hooked! Derald… https://t.co/u4SPZnptHK

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Michael Olin

Mike began his aviation career in 1988 with a fixed wing pilot’s license. 20 years ago, he took his first hot air balloon flight and fell in love with the sport. Crewing for 15 years inspired him to… https://t.co/fd7qtYfAbG

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Some of the 2019 Shaped Balloons

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Looking to plan your weekend at the Atlantic Balloon Fiesta in advance? Here is the full schedule for the 34th Annual Atlantic Balloon Fiesta!

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We are inviting you to our Sussex Regional Crime Stoppers Teddy Bear Parade on Saturday, September 7th at 10am by the Atlantic Superstore Bandstand!

Bring your own favorite teddy and decorated wagon, bike, basket, etc!

There will be prizes for the top 5, and goodie bags!

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Rick Jones

Rick is a commercial pilot from Concord, NH who started coming to the Atlantic Balloon Fiesta in 1995. He also comes back to fly in Sussex for Turkeylude in November. He's very active in ballooning having… https://t.co/nau69ayQbw

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Wayne Hansen performing on the Atlantic Superstore Bandstand on SATURDAY the 7TH at 1:40PM - 2:55PM.

Wayne Hansen is a folk singer/songwriter from Saint John, New Brunswick, who continues to win over fans with his… https://t.co/B5sODl33Bq

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Come watch The Mi'kmaq Heritage Actors at the OPENING CERMONIES which will be held on the LAUNCH FIELD taking place on FRIDAY the 6TH at 5PM.

The Mi'kmaq Heritage Actors is an ever-evolving theatre production where… https://t.co/xS49HpdkdG

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Exciting news!! Some of our 2019 Balloons are up on the website!!