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Page 2 of 4 In addition to the balloons, there will also be an aviation extravaganza. Gliders, helicopters, fixed wing, jets, skydivers and the Confederate Air Force will fly over the airport at various times of the festival. Static displays, exhibits, food items and a children’s area will also be available. Helicopter and airplane flights will be offered to the public. Major sponsors include Curves, Inc. and ReMax Texas. Be sure to look for their unique balloons at the festival! Friday - 4:00 p.m. gates open 6:00 p.m. - Opening Ceremony 6:15 p.m. - Re/Max skydiving team will perform 7:00 p.m. - Mass ascension of balloons Saturday 5:45 a.m. - gates open in preparation for mass ascension at 6:30 a.m. 9:00 - 5:30 p.m.- Aviation Extravaganza featuring gliders, helicopters, airplanes, Commemorative Air Force, Skydivers, radio-controlled airplanes, kites and flyovers; 6:00 p.m. - Re/Max skydiving team 6:30 p.m. - mass ascension 8:00 - 9:00 p.m. - 103.7 LIte FM presents its "Lite the Nite" balloon glow; Sunday 5:45 a.m. - gates open 6:30 a.m. - mass ascension 9:00 - 5:30 p.m.- Aviation Extravaganza featuring gliders, helicopters, airplanes, Commemorative Air Force, Skydivers, radio-controlled airplanes, kites and flyovers; 5:30 - Re/Max skydiving team 6:30 - final mass ascension 8:30 - gates close For more information about the Summer Balloon Classic, please visit www.summerballoonclassic.com.
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