The sixth annual LibertyBank Balloons over Bend is the only event of it's kind in Central Oregon.  This fantastic display of beauty and magic comes together over the skies of Bend on June 6th, 7th, and 8th, 2008 at The Old Mill District.

The event kicks off on Friday June 6th with a media flight which allows local media personalities to take a test flight with some of the pilots and promote the event to the public.  The skies overhead will also be full of balloons on this day, getting the region excited about the festivities to come.

Saturday morning begins with a balloon launch at sunrise from Jewell Elementary.  Early risers are treated to a truly spectacular display as over 25 hot air balloons inflate and begin their float through the Central Oregon sky against the picturesque Cascade Mountain Range. 

Later that morning the party starts again at The Old Mill District with live music, a children's area, delicious food, beer garden and various vendors.  New this year will be a Street Art Exhibition featuring local and regional artists creating masterpieces on the sidewalks.

Saturday evening the sky over The Old Mill District comes alive with the Night Glow.  This is an opportunity to get up close and personal with the balloons as they inflate at sundown and provide a spectacular show of colors and patterns against a magical night sky.

Sunday morning early risers are again treated with the balloon launch at sunrise from Jewell Elementary. Later that morning the festival continues at The Old Mill District with live music, children's area, kite flying, delicious food, beer garden, and various vendors along with the brand new Street Art Exhibition.

LibertyBank Balloons Over Bend is a fantastic event brings together businesses, tourists and families in a community celebration that has something for every generation and demographic to enjoy.