The Great Reno Balloon Race Weekend Getaway Contest

The Great Reno Balloon Race is one of Reno's most colorful and spectacular events and a world-renowned and beloved tradition for over four decades. Upwards of 80+ beautiful hot-air balloons take flight each September at Rancho San Rafael Park, just one mile north of downtown Reno. Highlights include the mass ascension, Super Glow Shows, Dawn Patrol, specially shaped balloons, Cloud 9 VIP Club, Balloon Boulevard vendors and lots of food and drink options. Sure, it might be a bit earlier start to the day than you're used to, but the Instagram-worthy moments are worth it!

This epic contest features a bucket list weekend getaway to the Biggest Little City in the World. The prize package is valued at $1,700 but the experience is priceless.

The prize package includes:

• Balloon ride for two on Mango the Seahorse on Saturday, September 6
• Access for two to Cloud 9 VIP tent with reserved seating, catered breakfast, and a bloody mary and mimosa bar
• Two-night stay at Peppermill Resort Spa Casino for Friday, September 5 and Saturday, September 6

• Safety restrictions limit the combined weight of balloon passengers. Reno Tahoe and contest partners are not liable or obligated to provide an additional balloon if the combined weight of the winner and their guest exceeds the weight maximum. Weight maximum: 350 lbs combined. In this situation, only a single rider will be accommodated in the contest balloon for the mass ascension. Riders must be 18 years of age or older.
• Passenger(s) should not have a fear of heights; the hot air balloon is not tethered and its flight pattern and altitude will vary. Riders must also be physically capable of walking to the balloon and climbing in and out of the basket.
• This is an early morning event; activities begin at 5 a.m. Balloon passengers must be on the field at their assigned balloon and time in order to participate in the mass ascension.
• Passenger(s) must sign liability releases to participate in the mass ascension.
• The prize package does not include transportation to Reno, food/beverage or any other miscellaneous costs related to redemption of the prize.
• Refunds and/or reimbursements will not be awarded for incurred travel expenses if the winner does not arrive in time for the balloon ride.
• Winner must be 21.