Free Event
Enjoy an Evening Out At the Base Basket Burn
The Base have teamed up with Balloons Over Waikato again to bring the Basket Burn to The Base.
What’s a ‘basket burn’ you ask? It’s a light show using hot air balloon gas burners choreographed to music! We’ll have food trucks onsite for family dinner, and of course the fiery basket burn display with great live music from The Monroes worth a boogie to!
Date and Time
Date: Friday 27 March 2026
Time: the event will run from 6pm to 7:45pm
Location
Location: The Base, Te Rapa, Hamilton. Opposite Mitre 10
Parking
Due to limited parking availability, we recommend parking a little further away and walking. This will help ease congestion and make your arrival and departure smoother.
Teams Attending
While the balloons themselves don’t make an appearance, be sure to say hi to our pilots and crew before they do their spectacular basket burn choreographed to music.
Lighter than Air
The Hamilton Balloon
Te Awa Lakes
Fantail
Poppies
Firedancer
Egg
Dutch Oven
TnS
Sunrise
Egmont
Sweet Pea
Lollipop
Strata
Swan
Ask Away!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring a wheelchair and pram?
Absolutely!
Is there a cost to attend?
The Base Basket Burn is FREE to attend. You’ll need to pay for anything you purchase onsite from one of our incredible vendors.
Do I need a ticket to attend?
No, you do not need a ticket to attend The Base Basket Burn.
Will the Walk Thru Balloon be at The Base Basket Burn?
Unfortunately not. The Walk Thru Balloon will be at Waipā and South Waikato.
Can I bring my dog?
No, this one is where pets need to stay home. Only service animals are allowed at The Base.
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