Temecula Balloon Festival Exciting Exploits Above and Below the Clouds
The Temecula Balloon Festival takes spectators to new heights even if they're unable to enjoy their very own journey through the sky aboard one of the many colorful vessels featured during this unforgettable event.
Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival
While the dates and times of annual Temecula festivals are subject to change with each coming year, the Temecula Balloon Festival is usually held in June. With the Best Temecula Guide.com it's quite easy to stay on top of all the festivals around the town with the use of our
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With entertainment to please the entire family, delicious wines to keep adults in merriment, activities for the kiddies, and food to fill the belly - it is no wonder that the Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival is one of the most popular get-togethers found in the region.
Brief History of the Temecula Balloon Festival
The first Temecula Balloon Festival took place in 1983 - initially referred to as the Rancho California Balloon and Wine Festival at the time.
With the vision of commercial airline pilot and balloon enthusiast, Walt Darren, he was able to team up with an experienced event organizer and fund raiser by the name of Evelyn Harker. Together, they organized an event centered on Darren's love of ballooning.
Add wine tasting, entertainment, and other culinary temptations... and the Temecula Balloon and Wine Festival was born. Over the years, the number of participating wineries and vendors has grown with numerous venue changes.
The festival has also seen the likes of the Beach Boys, Little Anthony and the Imperials, as well as the Coasters provide the tunes that surround the excitement of the festival grounds.
Temecula Balloon Festival Features
Planning a visit to the Temecula Balloon Festival is a treat for the entire family or traveler looking for a good time. I can't begin to tell you how many people have become repeat guests - just to take in the sights of the festival's Kings and Queens of the air.
With the price of admission, all of the festivities (excluding food, beverage, and other outside purchases) are included. At this grand event, you will encounter:
Friday Night Festivities: Usually, Friday nights are set aside for the unveiling of the Food Court, arts and crafts vendors, Commercial Court, and the Kids Faire. Wine tasting also takes place in the wine garden.
Wine Tasting: Both wine and beer is available at booths located in the main stage arena or wherever the wine garden is situated.
An example cost for sampling the best that Temecula wineries has to offer includes a seven-taste opportunity and souvenir glass for $15. Non-alcoholic beverages are also available for purchase.
Kids Faire: The younger guests of the festival are not forgotten, as a separate section of fun has allowed children under the age of 14 to romp about inflatables, reach heights of their own on a rock climbing wall, spend time at the petting zoo, enjoy colorful face painting, and take part in other kid-friendly activities.
You should also keep in mind that some activities do require a nominal fee.
Balloon Launches: When the weather permits, hot air balloons launch into the air at 6:30am with a welcomed return around 8:30am. You may also arrange balloon rides, but I must remind you that this luxury is offered only to those who have reserved in advance by calling 1-800-965-2122.
Food Court: The possibilities are endless when it comes to the edible delights located about the Temecula Balloon Festival. Allow sweet kettlecorn or refreshing ice cream to melt in your mouth before devouring a cultural whirlwind of Greek, Mexican, Chinese, Italian, and other amusement park favorites.
Tickets
Tickets for the Temecula Balloon Festival are plentiful and there is no need worrying if they will run out before you get a chance to secure your attendance.
Festival admission tickets are available at specified locations about town, as well as at the entrance ticket booth. The typical cost for a ticket ranges between $15 and $18 for adults (depending on the day of attendance). Guests (ages 7 to 12) are charged $5, whereas children aged 12 and under are always free.
While the dates and times of annual Temecula festivals are subject to change with each coming year, the Temecula Balloon and Wine Festival is usually held in June at Lake Skinner.
With best-temecula-guide.com, It's quite easy to stay on top of specific festivals with the use of our helpful
events calendar.
Subscribing to our
free email newsletter
('Tales of Temecula') is another great way to receive details on the local happenings about town.
With entertainment to please the entire family, delicious wines to keep adults in merriment, activities for the kiddies, and food to fill the belly - it is no wonder that the Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival is one of the most popular get-togethers found in the region. 
Add wine tasting, entertainment, and other culinary temptations... and the Temecula Balloon and Wine Festival was born. Over the years, the number of participating wineries and vendors has grown with numerous venue changes. 
Tickets for the Temecula Balloon Festival are plentiful and there is no need worrying if they will run out before you get a chance to secure your attendance.
