New festival coming to Cornwall is a load of hot air
A brand new event, Balloons and Tunes, will be coming to Cornwall next summer. The full weekend event will feature live music, hot-air balloon displays, stunt shows, and a wide range of activities for the whole family.
The event will be held at Penhale, Fraddon, between July 4 and July 6, 2025. The weekend promises to be unforgettable, with an extensive line-up of activities and entertainment.
Across the three days, there will be tribute acts of classic hits, a firework display and stunt shows. The kids' party stage will welcome Bluey and Bingo, and there will be a range of food traders to pick from, as well as a fully stocked bar. A giant funfair will also offer rides and games for everyone.
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Of course, the main attractions will be the dazzling Sky Safari Night Glow, where the balloons are lit up at night, and the Mass Ascent, where all the balloons take off. These events will be weather-permitted but promise to be the stars of the whole weekend.
The weather conditions have to be perfect for the balloons to take flight, so it is weather-dependent. However, there are so many activities that you'll be spoilt for choice if the weather needs time to clear.
For the full line-up, details of each day and more information about tickets you can go to the website here. Tickets are available to purchase for invdividual days, or the whole weekend.
A similar event takes place in Bristol each year. The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta draws crowds in their thousands, as the sky is filled with stunning hot air balloons. The annual event has become one of Bristol's most iconic, and fans of all ages love the event.