Spectator Tips
As with any large event, spectator safety is a priority. Here are a few tips to make sure you and your loved ones have a safe and enjoyable festival.
Balloon inflation: Balloons take approximately 15-40 minutes to inflate depending on their size. This is great to watch. Please stand clear of the balloon when they are launching.
Flight times: The balloons will be in the air for approx 1-2 hours during each flight. Their flight path is dictated by the direction of the wind.
Smoking: Please do not smoke near the balloons. Highly flammable propane gas is used in their inflation process.
Lost children: The lost kids assembly point is in front of the Waikato Times inflatable dog next to the information booth. When you arrive at the main event site please ensure children and others in your car know where this is.
Lost property: Will be held in the lost property box at the event site information booth. Any property unclaimed at the end of the event will be taken to the Hamilton Central Police Station.
Driver Safety: Balloons will be flying overhead in may areas during the event particularly during peak traffic times it is dangerous to watch them while driving. Please pull over and stop.
Lighting: We recommend that people bring a torch to the NightGlow.
Vendors: Food and drinks will be available for purchase on site during the whole festival. A wider selection will be available at the NightGlow. Film, cameras and batteries will also be available at the Kodak kiosks.
Balloon rides: Commercial rides are available during the festival. Bookings can be made through the visitors information centre, phone 07 839 3580. The ride lasts for one hour approximately.
