Packed with engaging activities and attractions for the whole family, Fire Up DWNTWN is the can\u2019t-miss, over-the-top-hot event of the season! With a mixture of hot air balloons, spicy foods, smokin\u2019 ribs, live music, games, contests, and more, the summer\u2019s peak extravaganza can\u2019t come soon enough.<\/p>\n
Special Shape Hot Air Balloons, Glow Show & Balloon Baskets<\/strong><\/p>\n Meet larger-than-life hot air balloon characters<\/strong>,<\/em> and watch as they glow in an exciting evening<\/strong> show<\/strong>. Experience the heat up close as you pull the trigger on the flames of a hot air balloon basket<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n Take a tethered hot air balloon ride<\/strong> and get a one-of-a-kind view of the festivities.<\/p>\n Remote Control Hot Air Balloons<\/strong><\/p>\n Get close to the action with 20-foot-tall remote control hot air balloons<\/strong>. Watch with excitement as a \u201cCloudhopper\u201d balloon<\/strong> attempts an ascent above the crowd.<\/p>\n Sizzlin\u2019 Spectacles<\/strong><\/p>\n Don\u2019t miss the Liquid Fire Iron Pour<\/strong> as metals artisans practice their ancient craft and work on an exciting project called \u201cPedestrian Ironworks.\u201d<\/p>\n Live Music & Entertainment<\/strong><\/p>\n Enjoy local and regional music acts<\/strong>, the DWNTWN IDOL Round 2 performance<\/strong> and more exciting events<\/strong> and live performances at three unique stages throughout DWNTWN.<\/p>\nHot Air Balloon Tethered Rides<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Taste the Heat<\/strong><\/h4>\n