Virtual Balloon Fiesta nightglow to take place
By Lowie Trevena, Monday Aug 3, 2020
A socially distanced version of the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta kicked off on Monday morning with a Fiesta Flypast.
Following the sight of more than 40 hot air balloons floating over Long Ashton, Fiesta organisers have announced that a Virtual Nightglow will take place on Saturday evening.
A dozen hot air balloons and their crews will take part in the event, which will be broadcast on BBC Bristol and the Fiesta’s social media channels.
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Teaser trailer for Balloon Fiesta nightglow released
By Lowie Trevena, Friday Aug 7, 2020
The team behind the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta have released a teaser video ahead of the Virtual Nightglow taking place at the weekend.
Hosted via a livestream on the BBC Radio Bristol website on Saturday, August 8 at 9pm, the nightglow will bring the event into homes across the city.
The 2020 nightglow will feature 12 balloons, a light show, special effects and a soundtrack from BBC Radio Bristol. The team also promise some “special surprises”.
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