IT`S - National Balloon Classic

JULY 24 – AUGUST 1
INDIANOLA, IA
IT’S
LEGENDAIRY!
THE 2015
ANNUAL
NATIONAL
BALLOON
CLASSIC
P R E S ENTING S PO NS O R:
LET’S CREATE A
PERSONAL
PARTNERSHIP.
W W W. P L A N W I T H F O C U S . C O M
W W W. B A N K C O M M U N I T Y B A N K . C O M
Welcome
to the 2015 National Balloon Classic!
IT’S LEGENDAIRY! is the 2015 National Balloon Classic theme.
An appropriate title for a time honored tradition. Since 1989, the
National Balloon Classic has been one the largest hot air balloon events
in Iowa. Each summer, around 100 balloons ascend upon the 150acre National Balloon Classic Memorial Balloon Field east of Indianola
to showcase their spectacular beauty including special shapes. Iowa
skies come alive as pilots use their master skills to compete for cash
and prizes while wowing spectators below.
While hot air balloons are the stars of the show, all nine days of the
event are filled with outstanding entertainment and non-stop family
fun. Live bands on the Classic Stage, Nite Glows, morning Dawn
Patrols, Kids Land Activities, fabulous food offerings, and so much
more. Feeling adventurous? There is no better way to experience the
National Balloon Classic than in the air. Purchase a balloon ride for the
ultimate, one-of-a-kind view.
Community Bank is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the
26th annual National Balloon Classic. For 14 years we have been
honored to help fulfill the mission to bring a nationally recognized
and celebrated event to Iowa that promotes family entertainment,
community engagement, tourism, and the sport of hot air ballooning.
We welcome you to our community and hope you take advantage of
the many great things to do, explore, and experience in Warren County.
A LegendAIRy adventure awaits you.
Keith Welling
President & CEO
Community Bank
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GENER A L
INF OR MAT ION
Balloon Field: 15335 Jewell Street (east of
Indianola on HWY 92. Follow balloon traffic signs.)
General Admission (includes parking)
Cash Only. ATMs Available Inside The Gate.
Morning admission: FREE
Evening admission, Ages 6 and over: $5
Ages 5 and under: FREE
HOURS
AM: Spectator Parking and Morning Gates
open at 5:00 AM
PM: Spectator Parking opens at 4:00 PM Evening Gates open at 4:30 PM
No outside food or beverages; no coolers;
no pets; no weapons. The National Balloon Classic
property is Smoke Free according to Iowa’s Smoke
Free Air Act.
WELCOME CENTER AND PUBLIC INFORMATION
is located near the Main Entrance. Shop for balloon
souvenirs, official event t-shirts and necessities like
bug spray and sunscreen. Ever wonder what a balloon
gondola looks like up close? Step inside one and see
for yourself … don’t forget to take a selfie!
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No refunds or wind/rainchecks. Times are approximate and
schedule may change without notice. All events at the National
Balloon Classic are dependent on prevailing weather conditions
and subject to weather delays or cancellations. The safety of
our pilots, volunteers, and spectators is our primary concern.
Purchased tickets may be used on any day during the 2015
National Balloon Classic. Unused tickets are not refundable.
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SCHEDULE
OF EVENTS
FRIDAY, JULY 24
SUNDAY, JULY 26
TUESDAY, JULY 28
6:30 PM
Landowner Appreciation Day
6:30 AM
Balloon Flight – Tip the Outhouse
sponsored by Jim’s Johns
Live on the Classic Stage:
The Nadas
SATURDAY, JULY 25
5:15 AM
Dawn Patrol
6:30 AM
Balloon Flight
Competition Balloon Flight
6:30 AM
Competition Balloon Flight
Balloon Flight
1-3 PM
National Balloon Museum
Hall of Fame Induction
(National Balloon Museum)
6:30 PM
11 AM
Live on the Classic Stage:
Randy Burk and the Prisoners
Balloon Flight
WEDNESDAY, JULY 29
Dusk: Nite Glow
GrowWARRENow Day
sponsored by Warren County
Economic Development
Live on the Classic Stage:
Damon Dotson Band
9 AM – 4 PM
Indianola Chamber of
Commerce Open Air Market
(Indianola city square)
6:30 PM
5:15 AM
MONDAY, JULY 27
Pilot Appreciation Night
sponsored by Sports Page Grill
Dawn Patrol
6:30 AM
Competition Balloon Flight
Wacky Classic Parade sponsored
by Greater Iowa Credit Union
(Indianola city square)
6:30 AM
1 PM
6:30 PM
Balloon Flight
Dusk: Nite Glow Extravaganza
sponsored by Iowa Water
Management Corporation
Live on the Classic Stage:
Monday Mourners
Live on the Classic Stage:
Final Mix
Balloon Queen Crowning
(Indianola city square)
5:30 PM
6:30 PM
Competition Balloon Flight
Balloon Flight
Opening Ceremonies
Des Moines Skydivers/Skydive515
6:30 PM
OPEN THE SKIES
Mass Ascension Balloon Flight
Live on the Classic Stage:
Big Time Grain Co., Sponsored
by Twin States Ag Trucking
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THURSDAY, JULY 30
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1
Throwback Thursday
sponsored by Gib’s A&W
All-American Food
Balloon Challenge 5K
Cross Country Race
6:30 AM
Competition Balloon Flight
6:30 PM
Iowa Wine Night
5:15 AM
Dawn Patrol
Balloon Flight
6:30 AM
Live on the Classic Stage:
Past Vertical
8:30 AM
FRIDAY, JULY 31
6:30 AM
Competition Balloon Flight
6:30 PM
Balloon Flight
Live on the Classic Stage:
Bonne Finken and the Collective
Competition Balloon Flight
Balloon Challenge 5K
Cross Country Race
6:30 PM
Balloon Flight
Dark: Fantastic Fireworks
sponsored by Gib’s A&W
All-American Food
Live on the Classic Stage:
Decoy
BALLOON RIDES
2014 NATIONAL
BALLOON CLASSIC
CHAMPION,
MATT FENSTER
BALLOON RIDES are a truly unique and unforgettable way to
experience the National Balloon Classic. Balloon rides can be
taken every morning or evening (weather permitting) during the
event. Spots fill quickly so schedule your reservation in advance.
To purchase a balloon ride, contact:
Galena On The Fly, Inc.
815-777-2747
GalenaOnTheFly@yahoo.com
The official balloon ride operator for the
2015 National Balloon Classic.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
NITE GLOW & NITE GLOW EXTRAVAGANZA is a wonderful
opportunity for an up close and personal, one-of-a-kind view.
Watch the excitement build as hot air balloons light up the night
and dazzle spectators with their gorgeous glow. Nite Glow:
Sunday, July 26 | Nite Glow Extravaganza Wednesday, July 29.
DAWN PATROL
The dawn of a new day is the perfect time to see balloons launch.
Rise and shine extra early, bring a flashlight, and watch in awe as
select balloons inflate and launch prior to sunrise. When they fly,
these graceful beauties look like giant lanterns floating through
the air. Dawn Patrol: Saturday, July 25, Wednesday, July 29,
and Saturday, August 1.
THE NATIONAL BALLOON MUSEUM celebrates 200 years
of ballooning history.
Don’t miss the 2015 Hall of Fame induction on Sunday,
July 26. Public is welcome, admission is free. For more
information visit: NationalBalloonMuseum.com.
IOWA WINE NIGHT
Wine tasting from some of Iowa’s finest wineries.
Saturday, August 1.
A WACKY CLASSIC PARADE is a cherished tradition of the
National Balloon Classic. Clap, tap, or sing along to the wacky
sights and sounds as the parade makes its way through the
streets of Indianola including the city square. Make a day of
it, and enjoy the Indianola Chamber of Commerce Open Air
Market from 9AM – 4PM. Saturday, July 25.
BALLOON CHALLENGE 5K CROSS COUNTRY RACE. Run,
walk, and enjoy the view as hot air balloons fill the skies above.
Saturday, August 1, 8:30 a.m. at the National Balloon Classic
Memorial Balloon Field. Register at: Tikly.co/balloon5k
Des Moines Skydivers/Skydive515
www.skydive515.com
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FOOD CONCESSIONS
Just enough to get your mouth watering.
Complete menu offerings are posted at
each concession stand.
MCCONNELL CONCESSIONS
Multiple concession stands serving quality foods
since 1975. A&W® root beer, floats, fresh lemonade,
tenderloins, polish dogs/hot dogs, corn dogs,
elephant ears, funnel cakes, popcorn, nachos, cotton
candy. NEW for 2015, bloomin’ onion and fried mac
and cheese.
INDIANOLA NOON LIONS
Screwy potatoes, brats, grilled chicken sandwich,
steak sandwich, cheese sticks, fried poppers,
beverages.
HY-VEE
Pulled pork, hot dogs/brats, hamburgers, Philly
beef steak, walking tacos, beverages.
MARY’S MIDWAY
Tenderloins, ribeye steak sandwich, hamburgers,
polish dogs/hot dogs, blooming onions, ribbon
taters, corn dogs, walking tacos, smoked turkey
legs, sweet potato fries, potato wedges, fried dill
pickles, French fries, beverages.
HEY BROTHERS ICE CREAM
Philly cheesesteaks, steakburgers, Bourbon
chicken, waffle ice cream cones, dipped ice
cream in cups, lemonade shakeups, smoothies,
beverages.
MJAY’S ASIAN A LA CARTE
Eggrolls, crab Rangoon, beef jerky, sticky rice,
fried rice, beef fried noodle, grilled shrimp
skewers, bubble tea drinks, Thai iced coffee/tea.
MM GREEK FOODS
Gyros, kebabs, breakfast gyro, cinnamon roll, hot/
cold beverages.
VALENTINE FOOD COMPANY
Homemade pasta bowls: mac and cheese, chicken
alfredo, marinara meatball; beverages.
BRANDMEYER POPCORN COMPANY
Kettle corn, popcorn, gourmet popcorn,
beverages.
HOTEL PATTEE
Tarragon chicken salad, smoked pork loin, bangin’
bacon dog, peppered bacon BLT with avocado, grilled
and non-grilled PBJ, desserts, shaken tea. Also serving
breakfast during Dawn Patrol. Breakfast sandwich,
French toast sticks, grilled peach oatmeal, shaken tea,
coffee.
BIBB’S SO’ FOOD
Smoked meats, catfish sandwich, grinders, chicken
strips, turkey legs, hot wings, gyros, fried okra,
chili cheese fries, beverages.
BD2 LLC
Various flavors of shaved ice treats.
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ENTERTAINMENT
IT’S
LEGENDAIRY!
MUSIC ON THE STAGE!
Great bands, amazing views—LIVE music on the Classic stage during evening
balloon flights. One gate admission, outstanding entertainment!
FRIDAY JULY 24
THE NADAS
SATURDAY JULY 25
BIG TIME GRAIN CO.
SUNDAY JULY 26
DAMON DOTSON BAND
TUESDAY JULY 28
RANDY BURK
AND THE PRISONERS
FRIDAY JULY 31
BONNE FINKEN
AND THE COLLECTIVE
WEDNESDAY JULY 29
FINAL MIX
SATURDAY AUG 1
DECOY
THURSDAY JULY 30
PAST VERTICAL
MONDAY JULY 27
MONDAY MOURNERS
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MEMORABILIA & SOUVENIRS
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Thank You to our Sponsors!!
PRESENT ING SP ONSOR :
ABCM Corp./Westview Care Center
AgriVision
Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Audi Des Moines
Balloons Over Iowa
Bank of the West
Bartholomew Farms
BASF – Bill Keeble
Bayer CropScience
Becky and Gil Wigeland
Bendon Plumbing, Heating, and A/C
Bob and Susie Kling
Bob’s Custom Trophies
Cal’s Fine Food and Spirits
Casey’s General Stores
Cemen Tech
Central Iowa Fencing
Central Iowa Insurance/Todd Isley
City State Bank
Community Bank
Community 1st Credit Union
COUNTRY Financial® – Rob R. Keller
Country Propane
Crain Chiropractic
Crouse Cafe
Dental Professionals P.L.C. –
Drs. Jacobsen, Pins, Vespa, and Mains
Details Plus, Inc.
Dick and Phyllis Drake
Don and Delores Van Ryswyk
Doug Shull
Downing Construction
Dr. Steven West, DDS
Drew and Diane Bracken
EDWARDS
Electrical Engineering Equipment
Electronic Engineering
Ellis Law Offices
Eric and Tara Hanson
EXIT Realty North Star – Itown
Funaro’s Deli & Bakery
Gary and Kamie Haynes
Gib’s A&W All American Food
Good Samaritan Society – Indianola
Greater Des Moines Convention
and Visitors Bureau
Greater Iowa Credit Union
Ground Zero Music
Herberger Construction
Herberger Family
Herold Trailer Sales
Hotel Pattee
Hy-Vee of Indianola
Indianola Chamber of Commerce
Indianola Family Dentistry
Indy 66/Jiffy Xpress
Iowa Balloonist Association
Iowa Beverage Systems, Inc.
Iowa Realty
Iowa Water Management Corp.
J.E. Meadows and Co., L.C.
Jefferson Plaza and Orchard Plaza
Jerico Services, Inc.
Jim and Connie Thompson
Jim’s Johns
Joe and Erma Campopiano
Karen Creager and Steve Barker
Karey Bishop – Iowa Realty
M&M Sales Company
Marlene Wall
Mary Donaghy Insurance
McCoy True Value Hardware
MCG/IMU Partners
Medicap Pharmacy
Mercy Medical Center-Des Moines
MidAmerican Energy Company
Mike and Carol Polson
Miller Electric
Misty Soldwisch – RE/MAX Innovations
MRogalla Photography
Newsradio 1040 WHO
Noble Auto Group
Oglesby Creative Group
Ohnemus Construction
Orwig Cattle Company
Overton Funeral Home
Parker Signs and Graphics, Inc.
Peoples Bank
Peoples Company of Indianola
Pierce Brothers Repair
Power Protection Products
Principal Financial Group
Quality Plumbing, Heating, and A/C
RE/MAX Central Region
Roger and Virginia Foelske
Route 65 Harley Davidson Shop
Shull and Co., P.C.
Simpson College
Snyder and Associates, Inc.
Southtown Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Spindustry Digital
Sports Page Grill
Summerset Winery
T.R.M. Disposal LLC
The Kuhns Group
The Record Herald and
Indianola Tribune
Theisen’s of Indianola
Tim McConnell Photography
Tom and Keri Comfort
Trembly Plumbing and Heating
Valentine Food Company
Vanderpool Construction
Wade and Christa Marchant
Warren County Economic
Development Corp.
Watters Autoland
Weinman Insurance
Wells Fargo
WHO-TV 13
A National Balloon Classic sponsorship is a wonderful way to participate in the
event. Sponsorships include VIP parking and access to the Sponsor Building,
which provide outstanding views, free food and beverages, plus an excellent
opportunity to network, socialize, and brand your product or company.
Contact the National Balloon Classic at:
(515) 961-8415 or staci@NationalBalloonClassic.com
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