Everyone loves a good festival, but when you combine it with the biggest celebration of the year and add hot air balloons, you have a one of a kind experience that takes place in Louisville each year. As a part of the Kentucky Derby Festival, five separate balloon events will occur the weekend before the big race – this year that’s April 27th-29th – and it’s called the Great BalloonFest. It’s unique, mesmerizing and a Kentucky tradition that adds even more beauty to the Bluegrass State.

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Have you witnessed one of these spectacular hot air balloon events? Do you have a favorite? Let us know in the comments! Great BalloonFest takes place in various locations throughout Louisville April 27th – 29th. For more info on each event, visit their website here.

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