Balloon Classic Preview in Des Moines | Des Moines News

Twenty-one hot air balloons lit up Des Moines skies Monday, teasing the grand spectacle of the National Balloon Classic — a 34-year tradition set to explode in Indianola with 117 balloons soaring for nine days, July 31 to August 8. Pilots pray for clear skies, but the real magic’s in the extras: five drone shows, two dazzling night glows, two kite displays, and nightly music — all ticketed and ready to wow the whole family. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f4f8c713b674b688