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More Than Hot Air: Hudsonville Balloon Days begin at new location

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HUDSONVILLE, Mich — The Annual Hudsonville Balloon Days take flight starting Friday June, 21st and will go through the weekend at the Hudsonville Fairgrounds.

For balloon pilots like Thomas Brown, these events are an adventure and a chance to share their passion with others.

Hudsonville Balloon Days
Balloons getting ready for liftoff

"Take a moment to look at that beauty in the sky and see the community atmosphere and see the camaraderie that the balloon pilots share together," says Thomas Brown, a Hot Air Balloon Pilot with 3 decades of experience.

Hudsonville Balloon Festival Parking
Hudsonville Balloon Parking

In previous years, events include family entertainment, crafts, food and of course - hot air balloon flights.

They promise a dazzling show— all you have to do is look up!

Tom Brown and family
Assistant Director of the Hudsonville Balloon Days Tom Brown gets ready to lift off with his family

"The glows in the evening at twilight right around sunset. You can imagine that the burners of the balloon that flame if you will, will light a balloon envelope like a kaleidoscope of church stained glass," Brown explained.

Hudsonville Balloon Vendor List
Hudsonville Balloon Vendor List

The event will still be free, with $10 for parking.

Hudsonville Balloon Schedule 2024
Hudsonville Balloon Schedule 2024

Hudsonville Hot Air Balloon Days ready to take off from new home

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