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Celebrate Montgolfier Day

Hosted by a member of the Johannesburg Community Group
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Starts in 6 days
Sat 22 Nov 16:00 - 19:00

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Montgolfier Day marks the birth of human flight. In Protected content Montgolfier brothers, paper makers from France, proved that heated air could lift a balloon skyward. That year became a whirlwind of firsts in ballooning, and the world has been looking up ever since. Today balloonists celebrate Montgolfier Day every November, sharing the magic of flight with families on the ground, then lighting balloons at dusk for a Night Glow if the weather allo paper.

Make a day of it with an easy, family-friendly outing that blends fresh air, tasty market bites, and aviation charm. Spread out on our picnic-ready lawns, browse the food and beverage stalls, listen for the hum of activity, and keep your eyes on the sky.

This is the kind of afternoon that feels like a small holiday, close to home. If the weather allows, stay for the grand finale at sunset, when the balloons glow like lanterns against the evening.

Important: Tickets are for the ground event only, no balloon flights included.

Limited tickets available.

PROGRAM:
12h Protected content Gates Open
13h Protected content opens with Food and Beverage Vendors on site
14h Protected content Watch the sky, for Casual Entertainment throughout the afternoon
16h Protected content Hot Air Balloons enter the Field for Night Glow sundown event
19h Protected content Event end / departure

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