Packed with engaging activities and attractions for the whole family, Fire Up DWNTWN is the can’t-miss, over-the-top-hot event of the season! With a mixture of hot air balloons, spicy foods, smokin’ ribs, live music, games, contests, and more, the summer’s peak extravaganza can’t come soon enough.
Special Shape Hot Air Balloons, Glow Show & Balloon Baskets
Meet larger-than-life hot air balloon characters, and watch as they glow in an exciting evening show. Experience the heat up close as you pull the trigger on the flames of a hot air balloon basket.
Hot Air Balloon Tethered Rides
Take a tethered hot air balloon ride and get a one-of-a-kind view of the festivities.
Remote Control Hot Air Balloons
Get close to the action with 20-foot-tall remote control hot air balloons. Watch with excitement as a “Cloudhopper” balloon attempts an ascent above the crowd.
Sizzlin’ Spectacles
Don’t miss the Liquid Fire Iron Pour as metals artisans practice their ancient craft and work on an exciting project called “Pedestrian Ironworks.”
Live Music & Entertainment
Enjoy local and regional music acts, the DWNTWN IDOL Round 2 performance and more exciting events and live performances at three unique stages throughout DWNTWN.
Taste the Heat
We’ll have several food vendors serving up delectable ribs, delicious BBQ, and many more unique treats. Need to cool off? Stop in at one of our many fantastic restaurants DWNTWN and sample our local fare.
And So Much More…
Check out the Just Jeepin’ Cruise-In and motorcycle & van shows. Shop with local vendors at the Muncie Makers Market. Get your thrill on the euro bungee and bumper cars. Check out the Kid’s HotSpot and the Red Hot Children’s Express train. Finish off the night by taking in the fireworks finale
