Qatar Balloon Festival 2nd edition to kick off on December 9
Get ready to witness mesmerizing sights as the Qatar Balloon Festival returns with its second edition next month.
Set to kick off on December 9 and continue until December 18, 2021, at the Aspire Park, the festival will captivate visitors with all that it has in store.
The 10-day festival will feature Hot Air Balloons with 35 balloons participating from around the world.
Gather your friends, family, and loved ones to join you in the unforgettable spectacle of Hot Air Balloons of a variety of shapes and sizes.
Below are some reasons that make Qatar Balloon Festival a must-visit event:
Sunrise Balloon Launches
The sunrise launches are going to be just as the name says, at sunrise, and if you do not want to miss them you will have to wake up a bit early and either watch the skies or come join and witness the launching of over 35 balloons!
Tethered Flights
While you are enjoying the performances and munching on snacks from the food trucks and your kids are having fun, you will have a chance to witness a Hot Air Balloon professionally tied and secured to the ground while it will be floating just above you.
Just to make sure you do not forget you are in a Hot Air Balloon festival after all!
Nightglow
As the night will set over Doha and the festival, enjoy a unique sighting of Balloons stacked next to each other while the pilots assure they are glowing in the dark in perfect rhythm accompanied by the festival's musical events from the main stage, creating a lovely atmosphere and an experience like no other.
Hot Air Balloon Rides
The organizers bring a special promotion to provide you a chance to tick-off flying in a hot air balloon from your bucket list.
You will be able to book a balloon flight between December 10, 2021, and January 10, 2022, for a subsidized price of QAR299 per person.
Limited seats are available and they are sold on a first come first serve only through the festival's exclusive partner, Asfary.com’s booth located at the Doha Festival City, starting from November 26, 2021.
For more information, email: [email protected]
Entertainment
There is always something to watch for at the festival and this year a variety of performers, music bands, DJ, singers, are set to wow audiences at the 10-day event.
An extensive lineup of singers, music bands/groups, dancers, magic show, DJ, Violinist, mascots, jugglers, and others has been set up to provide entertainment and enhance the overall festival experience for visitors.
Playground
In addition to being fascinated by the striking display of Hot Air Balloons, the young ones will have more to look forward to. A special arena has been designated for all kinds of different games that young ones and adults can enjoy during their visit to the festival.
A host of games will be held at the venue including carnival games, team games, human football, football darts, VR games, electronic games, themed jumping houses, and slides.
No matter the age, there will be something for everyone to try out. Make sure to get the little ones along!
Food kiosks and trucks
It will be double the pleasure for foodies out there as the festival will have plenty of choices for food, which will be available at various kiosks and trucks spread across the venue.
Looking for more details? Check out the festival's Facebook and Instagram page and get in touch with the organizers.
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