If you so choose, the cookout can be for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. A children's menu is available. Take Oracle Road north one mile past its intersection with 1st Avenue. You'll have to drive down past the stable a ways and then make a U-turn back to the gate. Reservations are suggested.
Launch sites vary, keeping in mind the safest and best conditions.
The best times to balloon are early morning and late afternoon. The ride lasts about an hour and you may travel as far as 15 miles at various altitudes, depending, again, on conditions. Please note, wind and weather may result in a rescheduling of your trip. You'll receive a complimentary champagne toast, small gifts, and an Aerostat certificate. The guides suggest wearing sunglasses, a hat, gloves and seasonal clothing and to bring plenty of film for your camera.