The Balloon Fiesta is the biggest event of its kind in Asia, where balloon pilots from across the world fire up their furnaces for daily competitions, novelty flights and workshops. Sunday and Monday evenings will be particularly special for their illuminated balloon displays.
• 10/30 (Thu.) ~ 11/3 (Mon., Hol.)
• Kase Riversite, Saga
• Free (parking: ¥1,000 donation to environmental cause)
• 0952-29-9000
• 2598 Oaza-morita, Nabeshima-cho, Saga City
• http://www.sibf.jp/e/