Experience the Carolina BalloonFest - Almost Like Being There

The third weekend of October is the annual Carolina BalloonFest in Statesville North Carolina. More than 20,000 people and 55 Hot Air Balloons descend on this small town in the middle of the State for one of the most beautiful displays of man's desire to escape the bonds of Earth! We were the guest of Randy Lee, a seasoned Balloon Pilot who let us join his crew for the weekend. We had the opportunity to film the behind the scenes activity for three days so that we could share the experience with you! In this video you will get a taste of a balloon festival complete with Balloon Launches, the fair atmosphere with unique food, artisan crafts, a kid zone, tethered balloon rides, music, and a Hot Air Balloon Competition. If you've never attended a Balloon Festival, you need to put it on your bucket list. Please Subscribe to this channel because in our next episode you will actually get a tour of a Balloon Factory and you'll get to experience a balloon ride from start to finish. ________________________________________________________________ Here are some more links you can go to for more information: Carolina BalloonFest web site: (3rd weekend of October annually) www.carolinaballoonfest.com Randy Lee- Pilot, Spellbound Spirit II, Randy flys year round in North Carolina. Contact him at Carolina High Hot Air Balloon Co.,LLC to book your special flight! www.flycarolinahigh.com The FireFly Balloon Factory in operation since 1972. Hot Air Balloons proudly made in the USA. www.fireflyballoons.net Other things to see and do in and near Statesville, NC: Visit Fort Dobbs State Historic Site - dates back to the French and Indian war. www.fortdobbs.org The City of Moresville -aka "Race City USA" is a short 20 minute drive away. Some of the most recognized names in car racing call Mooresville home, as well as the North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame. North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame www.ncarhof.com Penske Racing South Facility, gift shop and Free Tours M-F 9a-5p www.teampenske.com JR Motorsports- Dale Earnhardst Jr's facility with guided tours and gift shop www.racecityusa.org Kyle Busch Motorsports - kylebuschmotorsports.com Dale Earnhardt Inc. - museum and shop www.daleearnhardtinc.com _________________________________________________________________ Russ and Val Hicks are traveling the United States looking for interesting stories to bring to you. If you want to share your story with fellow RV travelers or you think your Community should be part of our Great American Commuities series, place your recommendation in the comments or send us a message on our web sericanCommunities .com