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Get ready to take life higher this summer with Virgin Balloon Flights at Somerset Balloons & Tunes – the ultimate family festival of colour, music and pure joy. Happening on July 11th and 12th, this is one magical weekend you won’t want to miss.
If you’re lucky enough to fly with us during this special event, you’ll rise above a sea of colour, carnival lights and festival buzz for a view like no other. As our iconic big red balloon lifts gently into the sky, you’ll leave the crowds behind and drift peacefully above the rolling Somerset countryside.
Down below? The festival fun continues in full swing.
What’s waiting for you at ground level
This isn’t just any balloon event – it’s two whole days of back-to-back excitement. Somerset Balloons & Tunes is packed with activities and entertainment for all ages, including:
- 🎤 Tribute Acts performing the songs you know and love
- ✨ The world-famous SkySafari® Night Glow lighting up the night with glowing balloons dancing to music
- 🎡 A Giant Funfair with classic rides, stalls and plenty of chances to win a prize
- 🏍️ Heart-pounding Stunt Shows with jaw-dropping tricks and aerial skills
- 🌮 15+ Food Traders serving up everything from tasty street food to sweet treats
- 🍹 A Licensed Bar for refreshing drinks to toast a great day out
- 🐾 Live Animal Shows offering close-up encounters with fascinating creatures
- 🎈 Children’s Party Stage featuring Bluey & Bingo for the little ones
A festival flight to remember
There’s something truly special about flying from an event like this. As the balloon inflates alongside others in a blaze of colour, the excitement builds. You’ll feel the whoosh of the burners and the flutter of butterflies in your belly as the ground slips away and you float gently above the action.
The beauty of a balloon flight lies in the contrast: peaceful skies above, celebration below.
Every passenger receives a celebratory toast post-flight, and your experience will be guided by our expert crew from start to finish.
Fly. Celebrate. Explore.
Whether you’re soaking up the music, grabbing a bite with friends, or sharing wide-eyed wonder with the kids, Somerset Balloons & Tunes has something for everyone. And a hot air balloon flight with us? That’s the cherry on top.
Don’t miss your chance to fly from this incredible event – tickets are limited and go fast.