Tuesday
3rd July 2001, 1700 BST
Balloon
Fiesta 2001 timetable |
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THURSDAY
9TH AUGUST 2001
1200
The gates to Ashton Court are official opened for Balloon Fiesta 2001.
1400-2100
Live concert, featuring a line-up of chart acts.
1800
Special shapes launch
30 special-shaped balloons will take off from Ashton Court. Past fiesta's
have included the FA Cup and Bertie Bassett floating over the main
arena.
2130
Night Glow
One of the highlights of the Fiesta. Watch 30 specially choreographed
balloon burn in time to music, with a fireworks display.
FRIDAY 10TH AUGUST 2001
0600
Mass balloon ascent
The first mass ascent of this year's Fiesta. Watch nearly 150 balloons
take off from Ashton Court, and slowly float over the City.
1000-1700
Arena events, including motorcycle stunts and parachute drops.
1800
Mass balloon ascent
The second ascent of the Fiesta.
SATURDAY 11TH AUGUST 2001
SUNDAY 12TH AUGUST 2001
0600 & 1800
Mass balloon ascent
Watch nearly 150 balloons take off from Ashton Court, and slowly float
over the City.
1000-1700
Arena events, including motorcycle stunts and parachute drops.
NOTE: Balloon Flights are subject to weather conditions, and
foot-and-mouth restrictions. |
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