Still in your tuxedo from last night’s revelry? Come lift your spirits with a colorful display of hot air balloons launching in the early morning frost. Come one, come all! Watch the beautiful hot air balloons climb skyward and float down the Animas Valley. The Saturday Mass Ascension will be held adjacent to the railroad tracks on HWY 550 N. You can volunteer for chase crews by calling the event coordinator. See also Sunday 8 AM.

Event Coordinator: Phil Campbell 759-4326
Event Cost: Pilot $75, Sponsor $225
Eligibility: Pilots by invitation; Sponsors, first 25 applicants
Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd