There is definitely something for the entire family when paying a visit to the Temecula Wine and Balloon Festival, which presents the refreshing blends of chardonnay and merlot; sweet treats; kid friendly activities; and music that easily energizes the soul. In the end, participants and visitors leave with extraordinary fun on their mind and cherished memories tucked inside their pockets.

Brief History of the Temecula Balloon Festival

In 1983, the first Temecula Balloon Festival entertained the masses with the vision of commercial airline pilot and balloon enthusiast, Walt Darren and the help of event organizer and fund raiser, Evelyn Harker. A combination of wine tasting, entertainment, and other culinary delights was all the Temecula Balloon and Wine Festival needed to attract the public.

In the beginning, only a few wineries and vendors participated, but the coming years would soon see various venue changes and musical performances, such as the Beach Boys and the Coasters.

Event Details

Before you can enjoy entrance to the Temecula Balloon Festival, tickets are required. There is no need to worry about purchasing your admission early, as there are plenty to go around and no one is turned away. Participating locations about town can provide you with festival tickets if you do not want to wait for the entrance ticket booth. Typically, the cost for entrance into the Temecula Balloon Festival is between $15 and $18 for adults, which generally depends on the day of attendance. Other ticket prices will see children (ages 7 to 12) pay $5, whereas kids under the age of 12 are admitted free of charge.

With the price of admission, guests will enjoy all of the basic features of the festival (with the exception of food, beverage, and other outside purchases). Event features typically include:

Balloon Launches

When the weather allows it, hot air balloons [http://www.best-temecula-guide.com/temecula-balloon-festival.html] will launch into the air around 6:30am and touch back down to earth about 8:30am. The excitement of soaring through the air in a pre-arranged balloon ride is made possible with an advance reservation.

Wine Tasting

Wine and beer are served at booths situated in the main stage arena or at the location of the wine garden. In the past, enjoying seven chances to wine taste, as well as take home a souvenir glass cost only $15.

Food Court

The Temecula Balloon Festival is also filled with a collection of treats that will bring you back to memories of childhood enchantment and amusement park dreams. Hot buttered popcorn, invigorating scoops of ice cream, and a variety of culturally diverse dishes [http://www.best-temecula-guide.com/temecula-restaurants.html] (including Mexican, Chinese, Italian, and Greek cuisine) are more than willing to appease your appetite.

Kids Faire

As for the younger guests that attend the Temecula Wine and Balloon Festival, a section to call their own greets kids under the age of 14. Inflatables, rock climbing wall adventures, friendly faces at the petting zoo, face painting transformations, and other child friendly outlets are just some of the things typically available. Parents should keep in mind that some of these entertaining activities for the kids may require a small fee to enjoy. willamette wine tours