Seattle Ballooning’s Hot Air Balloon Spectacular is a free, all-ages event taking place Sunday near the International Fountain Lawn at Seattle Center.
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As dusk falls, the Seattle skyline will come alive with a synchronized “Glow” performance as the balloons ignite their burners, illuminating the night in brilliant color and light. A balloon glow is a stunning spectacle where tethered hot air balloons are inflated and illuminated from within.
As their burners ignite, the balloons light up like massive lanterns, radiating waves of heat and vibrant color against the dark sky. The public is invited to witness six towering, 100-foot-tall hot-air balloons glow beneath the iconic Space Needle. Seattle Ballooning’s Hot Air Balloon Spectacular is a free, all-ages event taking place Sunday, June 22, near the International Fountain Lawn at Seattle Center.
The event offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience perfect for families, photographers, date nights, and anyone seeking a magical summer evening. The Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall will remain open until 9:30 p.m., and Seattle Center Monorail service will extend to 11 p.m.
Event Schedule:
• 7:30–9 p.m. – Arrive early, grab a bite at the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall, and find your perfect viewing spot on the Seattle Center International Fountain Lawn
• 9–9:10 p.m. – Balloon inflation begins
• 9:10–10:10 p.m. – The Glow: a synchronized burner show lighting up the night beneath the stars and Space Needle
“This is bold, beautiful, and something that’s never been done in downtown Seattle,” said Joe Hammill, Seattle Center Event Booking & Contracts Manager. “We’re inviting the entire city to come experience it with us.”
The event is a dazzling fusion of art, science and wonder set against one of Seattle’s most iconic backdrops.
For more information, visit SeattleCenter.com.